(a) The board shall aid in the enforcement of state law regulating the practice of dentistry.
(b) A board member may present to a prosecuting officer a complaint relating to a violation of state law regulating the practice of dentistry.

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Terms Used In Texas Occupations Code 254.009

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.

(c) The board and its members, officers, counsel, and agents may assist the prosecuting officer in the trial of a case involving an alleged violation of state law.