CA Physical Therapy Jurisprudence Exam Questions with Verified Answers| Latest Update
Graded A+
What type of crime is it considered if you cheat on the NPTE? Misdemeanor
What is the maximum fine for liable parties for cost of damages sustained by entities
administering the exam from cheating on the NPTE? $10,000 plus litigation fees
If you are on probation or suspended by the PTBC, what is the maximum amount it will last?
Not more than 12 months
What are possible actions that result in disciplinary action of your PT license? a. Advertising
violation
b. Fraudulent license
c. Aid in or procuring criminal abortion
d. Conviction of crime relating to physical therapy even if pleading solo contendere (plea of no
contest)
e. Habitual intemperance
f. Addiction to habit-forming drug
g. Gross negligence in physical therapy practice
h. Conviction of a violation of Practice Act or Medical Practice Act
i. Aiding or abetting someone to violate this act or perform unlawful physical therapy.
j. Failure to protect a patient's privacy (unless for good cause).
k. Failure to follow infection control guidelines (except for good cause).
l. Commission of verbal abuse or sexual harassment.
m. Charging a fee for services not performed.
n. Taking longer than 15 days to provide documents legally requested by the board, or
o. Practicing without a PT license where a licensure is required.
, What happens if a physical therapist is charged as a registered sex offender? His/her license
will be immediately revoked without potential for reissue.
What is the penalty for receiving a rebate in any form for a patient referral? Misdemeanor
with up to 6 months imprisonment and/or up to $2500 fine
After how long can a PT petition for license reinstatement after getting it revoked for
unprofessional conduct? 3 years
* Can be reduced to 2 years at the discretion of the board.
After how long can a PT petition for license reinstatement after getting it revoked for a
probation sentence of 3 years or more? 2 years for an early termination of a probation
sentence of 3 years or more
After how long can a PT petition for license reinstatement after getting it revoked for
mental/physical illness or being on a probation for a period of less than 3 years? 1 year
How many recommendations from PTs, who know the individual and are aware of the
disciplinary actions, are required for a license reinstatement petition? 2
How many days does the licensee have to accept or refute if a letter of reprimand is received?
15 days
Who can receive expedited licensure reinstatement? - Licensees who were honorably
discharged from the military
- Licensees who are military spouses
How early will the PTBC notify the licensee prior to the intended issuance of the letter of
reprimand? 30 days
Graded A+
What type of crime is it considered if you cheat on the NPTE? Misdemeanor
What is the maximum fine for liable parties for cost of damages sustained by entities
administering the exam from cheating on the NPTE? $10,000 plus litigation fees
If you are on probation or suspended by the PTBC, what is the maximum amount it will last?
Not more than 12 months
What are possible actions that result in disciplinary action of your PT license? a. Advertising
violation
b. Fraudulent license
c. Aid in or procuring criminal abortion
d. Conviction of crime relating to physical therapy even if pleading solo contendere (plea of no
contest)
e. Habitual intemperance
f. Addiction to habit-forming drug
g. Gross negligence in physical therapy practice
h. Conviction of a violation of Practice Act or Medical Practice Act
i. Aiding or abetting someone to violate this act or perform unlawful physical therapy.
j. Failure to protect a patient's privacy (unless for good cause).
k. Failure to follow infection control guidelines (except for good cause).
l. Commission of verbal abuse or sexual harassment.
m. Charging a fee for services not performed.
n. Taking longer than 15 days to provide documents legally requested by the board, or
o. Practicing without a PT license where a licensure is required.
, What happens if a physical therapist is charged as a registered sex offender? His/her license
will be immediately revoked without potential for reissue.
What is the penalty for receiving a rebate in any form for a patient referral? Misdemeanor
with up to 6 months imprisonment and/or up to $2500 fine
After how long can a PT petition for license reinstatement after getting it revoked for
unprofessional conduct? 3 years
* Can be reduced to 2 years at the discretion of the board.
After how long can a PT petition for license reinstatement after getting it revoked for a
probation sentence of 3 years or more? 2 years for an early termination of a probation
sentence of 3 years or more
After how long can a PT petition for license reinstatement after getting it revoked for
mental/physical illness or being on a probation for a period of less than 3 years? 1 year
How many recommendations from PTs, who know the individual and are aware of the
disciplinary actions, are required for a license reinstatement petition? 2
How many days does the licensee have to accept or refute if a letter of reprimand is received?
15 days
Who can receive expedited licensure reinstatement? - Licensees who were honorably
discharged from the military
- Licensees who are military spouses
How early will the PTBC notify the licensee prior to the intended issuance of the letter of
reprimand? 30 days
