Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 345 - RULES OF GEORGIA BOARD OF MASSAGE THERAPY
Chapter 345-10 - DISCIPLINE
Rule 345-10-.01 - General Provisions

Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 345-10-.01

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024

(1) Upon finding that a violation has occurred, in accordance with O.C.G.A. § 43-1-19 and 43-24A-7, the Board has the authority to refuse to grant a license to a person, revoke the license of a person licensed by the Board, discipline or sanction a person licensed by the Board, or, refuse to renew a license.

(2) In addition, the Board may impose any or all, but not limited to, the following:

(a) Public or Private Reprimand;

(b) Letter of Concern;

(c) Imposition of Fine(s);

(d) Period of Probation;

(e) Cease and Desist Order;

(f) Any other action the Board may deem appropriate, up to and including possible suspension and/or revocation of the professional license.

(3) The Board may consider each violation as a separate violation and impose a fine of not more than $500 for each convicted offense, $1000 per subsequent conviction and/or possible imprisonment, in accordance with O.C.G.A. § 43-1-20 and 43-24A-24.

(4) Mitigating circumstances may be taken into account in varying the sanctions subject to the Board's discretion. Mitigating circumstances shall not include failure to notify the Board of an address change or failure to receive a renewal application or reminder notice.

Authority O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-1-10, 43-1-19, 43-1-20, 43-1-24, 43-1 25, 43-24A-3, 43-24A-7, 43-24A-8, 43-24A-10, 43-24A-14, 43-24A-15, 43-24A-17, 43-24A-18, 50-13-3.

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