CALIFORNIA CHIROPRACTIC JURISPRUDENCE
EXAM WITH 180+ QUESTIONS & CORRECT
ANSWERS
Chiropractic Initiative Act - ANSWER-Effective 12/21/1922
How many board members? - ANSWER-7
Who appoints board members? - ANSWER-Governor
Who comprises the board? - ANSWER-2 public members. 5 chiros licensed for at least 5 yrs.consists of a chairman, secretary, vice chairman, and executive officer
How many votes to carry a motion? - ANSWER-four
How are board members paid? - ANSWER-per diem except executive officer who receives a salary and compensated for travel costs.
How long does a board member serve? - ANSWER-4 years
Executive officer - ANSWER-keeps track of proceedings and funds.
Powers of the board - ANSWER-Adoption of a seal Regulation of educational requirements, license renewal, public protection, 1 / 3
Examination of applicants Suspension and revocation of licenses Oaths and affidavits requirements for chiropractic teachers.
Any person wishing to practice Chiropractic in this state shall make application to the board _______ days prior to any meeting. - ANSWER-45
Educational Requirements to apply for license - ANSWER-Application 45 days before meeting Proof of graduation from Chiropractic school 15 days prior to meeting License fee not more than $100 Highschool transcript 60 prechiropractic college credits.
Board of Examiners Location - ANSWER-Sacramento
How many times per year does the board meet? - ANSWER-2
License is granted - ANSWER-75% general average on board exam.Not lower than 60% in more than two subjects.75% score on practical
License to Practice Chiropractic Allows - ANSWER-To practice "as taught" in chiropractic school No use of any medicine or drug in the Materia Medica 2 / 3
blind persons - ANSWER-Blind people can't be denied admission to Chiropractic school.
What are the potential consequences for violation of board regulations? - ANSWER-suspension, revocation, or probation
Potential causes for disciplinary actions - ANSWER-Fraud in applying for a license Practicing under a false name Impersonation of another practitioner Guilty of a felony Use of ilicit drugs or alcohol while practicing Claiming treatment can regulate menses or treat venereal disease or sexual disease
Board may reissue license after ____ years following revocation. - ANSWER-2
When does your license expire? - ANSWER-License expires at 12 midnight on the last day of your birth month. July for me
How much is the renewal fee? - ANSWER-250 which must be paid within 60 days of the last day of birth month.
Can Chiropractors sign death certificates? - ANSWER-Yes and make death reports.
Impersonation of DC or other Doctor - ANSWER-Punishable by 100-750 dollar fine. Misdemeanor. County jail 6 months.
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