Laws and Regulations Governing the Practice of Optometry

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).

 

 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.

 

The Board’s law and regulations and other relevant laws can be accessed by visiting the websites listed and following these instructions:

 

Optometry Law- www.dsd.state.md.us

1.      Click on COMAR Online
2.      Click on Blue box - Annotated Code
3.      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

 

 Other laws that are relevant to the practice of optometry include:

 

 1.  Health Occupations Article – Title 1

      Section1-301 through 1-306

 

2.   Health – General Article – Title 4

      Sections 4-301 through 4-309 and 4-401 through 4-403

 

You can review these laws following the directions under accessing the Optometry Law.

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