Missouri Laws 324.205 – Title of licensed dietitian, use permitted, when — penalty
1. Any person who holds a license to practice dietetics in this state may use the title “Dietitian” or the abbreviation “L.D.” or “L.D.N.”. No other person may use the title “Dietitian” or the abbreviation “L.D.” or “L.D.N.”. No other person shall assume any title or use any title or use any abbreviation or any other words, letters, signs, or devices to indicate that the person using the same is a licensed dietitian.
2. No person shall practice or offer to practice dietetics in this state for compensation or use any title, sign, abbreviation, card, or device to indicate that such person is practicing dietetics unless he or she has been duly licensed pursuant to the provisions of sections 324.200 to 324.225.
Attorney's Note
Under the Missouri Laws, 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 $2,000 |
Terms Used In Missouri Laws 324.205
- person: may extend and be applied to bodies politic and corporate, and to partnerships and other unincorporated associations. See Missouri Laws 1.020
- State: when applied to any of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories, and the words "United States" includes such district and territories. See Missouri Laws 1.020
3. Any person who violates the provisions of subsection 1 of this section is guilty of a class A misdemeanor.