California · Business and Professions Code - BPC

BPC §2280: No licensee shall practice medicine while under the influence of any narcotic drug or alcohol to such an extent as to impair his or her ability to conduct the practice of medicine with safety to the p

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

A licensed physician cannot practice medicine while impaired by drugs or alcohol. Violation is unprofessional conduct and a misdemeanor offense.

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No licensee shall practice medicine while under the influence of any narcotic drug or alcohol to such an extent as to impair his or her ability to conduct the practice of medicine with safety to the public and his or her patients. Violation of this section constitutes unprofessional conduct and is a misdemeanor.

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