Indiana Code 25-24-3-17. Penalties for noncompliance
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Sec. 17. (a) An optometrist may not:
For details, see Ind. Code § 35-50-3-2
(2) dispense or prescribe diagnostic legend drugs;
(1) administer, dispense, or prescribe therapeutic legend drugs; or
Attorney's Note
Under the Indiana Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $5,000 |
Terms Used In Indiana Code 25-24-3-17
- administer: means the direct application of a legend drug by an optometrist to a patient. See Indiana Code 25-24-3-2
- dispense: means to deliver a legend drug to an ultimate user by or pursuant to a lawful order of an optometrist. See Indiana Code 25-24-3-5
- optometrist: means an individual licensed as an optometrist under IC 25-24-1. See Indiana Code 25-24-3-7
unless the optometrist is certified under this chapter.
(b) An optometrist may administer diagnostic legend drugs without obtaining a certificate under this chapter.
(c) An individual who recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally violates this chapter commits a Class A misdemeanor.
As added by P.L.157-2006, SEC.65.