CA CHIROPRACTIC LAW EXAM (CCLE)
2026/2027
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85 Questions, Answers & Verified Rationales
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Q1: Under the California Chiropractic Act, the practice of chiropractic is defined as the analysis
of the human structure, primarily the spine, and the adjustment of subluxations to correct nerve
interference. Which of the following is explicitly excluded from the scope of chiropractic practice
in California?
A. The use of physiotherapy modalities such as ultrasound and electrical stimulation
B. The administration of acupuncture without a separate acupuncture license
C. Nutritional counseling related to musculoskeletal conditions
D. Ordering CLIA-waived laboratory tests for patient management
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because acupuncture is not within the scope of chiropractic practice in
California unless the chiropractor holds a separate acupuncture license. Per Business and
Professions Code §1000, the practice of chiropractic does not include acupuncture.
Physiotherapy modalities, nutritional counseling within scope, and CLIA-waived tests are all
permitted under Title 16 CCR §301-388.
,Q2: A California-licensed chiropractor is convicted of a felony for insurance fraud. Under BPC
§1000-15, this constitutes which category of unprofessional conduct?
A. Minor misconduct requiring only a written reprimand
B. Unprofessional conduct that may result in license suspension or revocation
C. A civil matter that does not affect chiropractic licensure
D. Grounds for probation only, not revocation
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because under Business and Professions Code §1000-15, conviction of a
crime substantially related to the practice of chiropractic, including fraud, constitutes
unprofessional conduct and may result in license suspension or revocation by the California
Board of Chiropractic Examiners (BCE). Insurance fraud is a crime substantially related to the
practice.
Q3: How many continuing education (CE) hours must a California chiropractor complete during
each biennial renewal cycle?
A. 12 hours
B. 24 hours
C. 36 hours
D. 48 hours
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Correct because under Title 16 CCR §311, a California chiropractor must complete
36 hours of continuing education every two years (biennial renewal cycle) to maintain an active
license. Of these, specific topics including ethics/law and HIV/AIDS are required for initial
licensure.
,Q4: A chiropractor places an advertisement in a local newspaper stating: "Dr. Smith guarantees
100% pain relief in 3 visits or your money back!" Which regulation has this chiropractor
violated?
A. BPC §1000 – Scope of Practice
B. Title 16 CCR §316 – Advertising regulations prohibiting guarantees of cure
C. BPC §1015 – Patient records
D. Title 16 CCR §305 – X-ray regulations
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because under Title 16 CCR §316, chiropractic advertising shall not contain
any guarantee of cure or any misleading claim. Guaranteeing 100% pain relief is a prohibited
claim under California advertising regulations for chiropractors.
Q5: A patient under the age of 18 presents to a chiropractor's office requesting a spinal
adjustment. Which of the following is required before treatment may proceed?
A. No consent is needed if the parent is in the waiting room
B. Written informed consent from a parent or legal guardian
C. Only verbal consent from the minor patient
D. Consent from both parents regardless of custody arrangement
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because under the California Chiropractic Act and general medical consent
law, minors cannot provide legal consent for chiropractic treatment. Per informed consent
requirements under Title 16 CCR and BPC §1000-15, written informed consent from a parent or
legal guardian is required before treating a minor patient.
, Q6: A California chiropractor wishes to prescribe a Schedule IV controlled substance for a
patient with a musculoskeletal condition. Under SB 276 (effective 2022), which of the following
is true?
A. Chiropractors may prescribe any Schedule II-V controlled substances
B. Chiropractors may prescribe Schedule IV drugs only for musculoskeletal conditions
C. Chiropractors cannot prescribe any controlled substances under any circumstances
D. Chiropractors may prescribe Schedule IV drugs for any condition they diagnose
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because under SB 276, California chiropractors are authorized to prescribe
Schedule IV controlled substances, but only for the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions.
This is a limited prescribing authority and does not extend to Schedule II, III, or V substances,
nor to non-musculoskeletal conditions.
Q7: What is the minimum retention period for patient medical records for an adult patient in
California?
A. 3 years from the date of last treatment
B. 5 years from the date of last treatment
C. 7 years from the date of last treatment
D. 10 years from the date of last treatment
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Correct because under Title 16 CCR §309, chiropractic patient records must be
retained for a minimum of 7 years from the date of the last patient visit. For minor patients,
records must be retained for 1 year after the patient reaches age 18 or 7 years from the last visit,
whichever is longer.
2026/2027
Newly Released | Latest Updated Version
85 Questions, Answers & Verified Rationales
Graded A+ | 100% Correct | Guaranteed Pass
Q1: Under the California Chiropractic Act, the practice of chiropractic is defined as the analysis
of the human structure, primarily the spine, and the adjustment of subluxations to correct nerve
interference. Which of the following is explicitly excluded from the scope of chiropractic practice
in California?
A. The use of physiotherapy modalities such as ultrasound and electrical stimulation
B. The administration of acupuncture without a separate acupuncture license
C. Nutritional counseling related to musculoskeletal conditions
D. Ordering CLIA-waived laboratory tests for patient management
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because acupuncture is not within the scope of chiropractic practice in
California unless the chiropractor holds a separate acupuncture license. Per Business and
Professions Code §1000, the practice of chiropractic does not include acupuncture.
Physiotherapy modalities, nutritional counseling within scope, and CLIA-waived tests are all
permitted under Title 16 CCR §301-388.
,Q2: A California-licensed chiropractor is convicted of a felony for insurance fraud. Under BPC
§1000-15, this constitutes which category of unprofessional conduct?
A. Minor misconduct requiring only a written reprimand
B. Unprofessional conduct that may result in license suspension or revocation
C. A civil matter that does not affect chiropractic licensure
D. Grounds for probation only, not revocation
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because under Business and Professions Code §1000-15, conviction of a
crime substantially related to the practice of chiropractic, including fraud, constitutes
unprofessional conduct and may result in license suspension or revocation by the California
Board of Chiropractic Examiners (BCE). Insurance fraud is a crime substantially related to the
practice.
Q3: How many continuing education (CE) hours must a California chiropractor complete during
each biennial renewal cycle?
A. 12 hours
B. 24 hours
C. 36 hours
D. 48 hours
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Correct because under Title 16 CCR §311, a California chiropractor must complete
36 hours of continuing education every two years (biennial renewal cycle) to maintain an active
license. Of these, specific topics including ethics/law and HIV/AIDS are required for initial
licensure.
,Q4: A chiropractor places an advertisement in a local newspaper stating: "Dr. Smith guarantees
100% pain relief in 3 visits or your money back!" Which regulation has this chiropractor
violated?
A. BPC §1000 – Scope of Practice
B. Title 16 CCR §316 – Advertising regulations prohibiting guarantees of cure
C. BPC §1015 – Patient records
D. Title 16 CCR §305 – X-ray regulations
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because under Title 16 CCR §316, chiropractic advertising shall not contain
any guarantee of cure or any misleading claim. Guaranteeing 100% pain relief is a prohibited
claim under California advertising regulations for chiropractors.
Q5: A patient under the age of 18 presents to a chiropractor's office requesting a spinal
adjustment. Which of the following is required before treatment may proceed?
A. No consent is needed if the parent is in the waiting room
B. Written informed consent from a parent or legal guardian
C. Only verbal consent from the minor patient
D. Consent from both parents regardless of custody arrangement
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because under the California Chiropractic Act and general medical consent
law, minors cannot provide legal consent for chiropractic treatment. Per informed consent
requirements under Title 16 CCR and BPC §1000-15, written informed consent from a parent or
legal guardian is required before treating a minor patient.
, Q6: A California chiropractor wishes to prescribe a Schedule IV controlled substance for a
patient with a musculoskeletal condition. Under SB 276 (effective 2022), which of the following
is true?
A. Chiropractors may prescribe any Schedule II-V controlled substances
B. Chiropractors may prescribe Schedule IV drugs only for musculoskeletal conditions
C. Chiropractors cannot prescribe any controlled substances under any circumstances
D. Chiropractors may prescribe Schedule IV drugs for any condition they diagnose
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct because under SB 276, California chiropractors are authorized to prescribe
Schedule IV controlled substances, but only for the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions.
This is a limited prescribing authority and does not extend to Schedule II, III, or V substances,
nor to non-musculoskeletal conditions.
Q7: What is the minimum retention period for patient medical records for an adult patient in
California?
A. 3 years from the date of last treatment
B. 5 years from the date of last treatment
C. 7 years from the date of last treatment
D. 10 years from the date of last treatment
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Correct because under Title 16 CCR §309, chiropractic patient records must be
retained for a minimum of 7 years from the date of the last patient visit. For minor patients,
records must be retained for 1 year after the patient reaches age 18 or 7 years from the last visit,
whichever is longer.
