California · Business and Professions Code - BPC
BPC §1958: A person, company, or association is guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction, shall be punished by imprisonment in a county jail not less than 10 days nor more than one year, or by a fine of not
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This statute makes it a misdemeanor to falsely claim dental hygiene credentials, practice without displaying a license, fail to report staff, or practice dental hygiene while impaired by alcohol or drugs.
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