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Laws & Regulations
Laws and
Regulations Governing the Practice of Optometry
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The practice of optometry in Maryland is
governed by the Board’s law, Title 11 of the Health Occupations Article,
Annotated Code of Maryland, and the Title 10 Subtitle 28 adopted by the Board
under the Code of Maryland Regulations, (COMAR).
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A licensed optometrist in Maryland is held
responsible for knowing the law and regulations and for ensuring that his
practice adheres to the stipulations in the law and regulations. The Board’s
regulations COMAR 10.28.03.04B (1) provides authority for the Board to examine
candidates on their knowledge of Maryland optometric jurisprudence. The exam
is an open book examination with a passing score of 75.
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The Board’s law and regulations and other
relevant laws can be accessed by visiting the websites listed and following
these instructions:
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Optometry Law-
www.dsd.state.md.us
1.
Click on
COMAR Online
2.
Click on
Blue box - Annotated Code
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Select (gho)
Health Occupation
4. Click on Article II
Optometry Regulations-
www.dsd.state.md.us
1.
Click on
COMAR Online
2.
Click on
#3 under Search Options
3.
Select
Title 10
– Department of Health and Mental
Hygiene
4.
Click on
Subtitle 28 – Board of Examiners in Optometry
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Other laws that are relevant to the
practice of optometry include:
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1. Health
Occupations Article – Title 1
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Section1-301 through 1-306
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2. Health – General Article – Title 4
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Sections 4-301 through 4-309 and
4-401 through 4-403
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You can review these laws following the
directions under accessing the Optometry Law.
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optometry@dhmh.state.md.us
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are PDF.