Title 25, PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS

Sec. 7. A valuable metal dealer who fails to comply with this chapter commits a Class A infraction. In addition, the valuable metal dealer may be subject to a criminal penalty under IC 35-43-4-3.3. Formerly: Acts 1971, P.L.380, SEC.1; Acts 1972, P.L.11, SEC.11. As amended by Acts…

Sec. 8. (a) Except as provided in subsection (c), a valuable metal dealer may not purchase an air conditioner evaporator coil or condenser, in whole or in part, in the course of the valuable metal dealer's business unless the valuable metal dealer purchases the air conditioner ev…

Sec. 9. (a) A person may not sell or attempt to sell, and a valuable metal dealer may not purchase or attempt to purchase, a catalytic converter, in whole or in part, as valuable metal when the catalytic converter is not attached to a motor vehicle at the time of the sale or atte…

Sec. 1. This article is an exercise of the police powers of the state to promote the public health, safety, and welfare of the people of Indiana to safeguard against the incompetent, dishonest, or unprincipled practice of veterinary medicine. The practice of veterinary medicine i…

Sec. 1.5. This article does not apply to the manufacture, distribution, storage, transportation, sale, or use of a veterinary drug, including antibiotics and immunization products, if federal or state law does not restrict the drug to: (1) use by; or (2) use on the order of; a li…

Sec. 10. "Licensed veterinarian" means an individual who is licensed under this article to practice veterinary medicine in Indiana. [Pre-2008 Title 15 Recodification Citation: 15-5-1.1-2 part.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12.

Sec. 10.5. "Patient" means an animal that is examined or treated by a veterinarian. As added by P.L.58-2008, SEC.11.

Sec. 10.7. "PAVE certificate" means a certificate issued by the Program for the Assessment of Veterinary Medical Education Equivalence, indicating that the holder has demonstrated knowledge and skill equivalent to that possessed by a graduate of an accredited college of veterinar…

Sec. 11. "Person" means an individual, an incorporated or unincorporated organization or association, or a group of persons acting in concert. [Pre-2008 Title 15 Recodification Citation: 15-5-1.1-2 part.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12.

Sec. 12. (a) "Practice of veterinary medicine" means: (1) representing oneself as engaged in the practice of veterinary medicine, veterinary surgery, or veterinary dentistry or any of their branches or specialties; (2) using words, letters, or titles in a connection or under circ…

Sec. 13. "Registered veterinary technician" means a veterinary technician registered under this article to work under the direct or indirect supervision of a licensed veterinarian. [Pre-2008 Title 15 Recodification Citation: 15-5-1.1-2 part.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12. Amend…

Sec. 13.4. "State board" refers to the Indiana state board of animal health established by IC 15-17-3-1. As added by P.L.48-2022, SEC.18.

Sec. 14. "Veterinarian" means an individual who was a licensed veterinarian on August 31, 1979, or who has received a professional degree from an accredited college of veterinary medicine. [Pre-2008 Title 15 Recodification Citation: 15-5-1.1-2 part.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.1…

Sec. 14.5. "Veterinarian-client-patient relationship" means a relationship between a veterinarian and client that meets the following conditions: (1) The veterinarian has assumed the responsibility for making clinical judgments regarding the health of the animal and the need for …

Sec. 14.7. "Veterinary assistant" means an individual who is not a licensed veterinarian or registered veterinary technician who performs tasks related to animal health care under the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian or registered veterinary technician. As added by P…

Sec. 15. "Veterinary medicine" includes veterinary surgery, obstetrics, dentistry, acupuncture, and all other branches or specialties of veterinary medicine. [Pre-2008 Title 15 Recodification Citation: 15-5-1.1-2 part.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12.

Sec. 2. The definitions in this chapter apply throughout this article. [2008 Title 15 Recodification Citation: New.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12.

Sec. 3. "Accredited college of veterinary medicine" means a veterinary college or division of a university or college that: (1) offers the degree doctor of veterinary medicine or its equivalent; (2) conforms to the standards required for accreditation by the American Veterinary M…

Sec. 3.5. "Accredited veterinary technology program" means a program in veterinary technology that: (1) conforms to the standards required for accreditation by the American Veterinary Medical Association; and (2) is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association or an …

Sec. 5. "Animal" means any animal other than humans. The term includes: (1) birds; (2) fish; (3) mammals; and (4) reptiles; wild or domestic. [Pre-2008 Title 15 Recodification Citation: 15-5-1.1-2 part.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12.

Sec. 7. "Board" means the Indiana board of veterinary medicine established by IC 25-38.1-2-1. [Pre-2008 Title 15 Recodification Citation: 15-5-1.1-2 part.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12. Amended by P.L.48-2022, SEC.17.

Sec. 7.3. "Client" means the owner, the owner's agent, or other person who is responsible for an animal that is examined or treated by a veterinarian. As added by P.L.58-2008, SEC.4.

Sec. 7.5. "Consultation" means a licensed veterinarian receiving advice by any means from: (1) a veterinarian licensed in Indiana or another jurisdiction; or (2) a person whose expertise, in the opinion of the licensed veterinarian, would benefit an animal. As added by P.L.58-200…

Sec. 7.6. "Contract operator" means an individual who contracts with the owner of an animal to provide complete care for the animal twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week. As added by P.L.58-2008, SEC.6.

Sec. 7.7. "Direct supervision" means a supervisor is readily available on the premises where the animal is being treated. As added by P.L.58-2008, SEC.7.

Sec. 8. "ECFVG certificate" means a certificate issued by the American Veterinary Medical Association Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates, indicating that the holder has demonstrated knowledge and skill equivalent to that possessed by a graduate of an accredit…

Sec. 9. "Extern" means a: (1) senior veterinary student enrolled in an accredited college of veterinary medicine; or (2) second year student enrolled in an accredited veterinary technology program; employed by or working with a licensed veterinarian and under the licensed veterin…

Sec. 9.3. "Impaired veterinary health care provider" means a veterinarian or registered veterinary technician who has been affected by the use or abuse of alcohol or other drugs. As added by P.L.58-2008, SEC.9.

Sec. 9.5. "Indirect supervision" means a supervising veterinarian is not on the premises but: (1) is present within the veterinarian's usual practice area; (2) has given written protocols or oral instructions for the treatment of an animal for which a veterinarian-client-patient …

Sec. 1. The purpose of this compact is to facilitate interstate practice of licensed professional counselors with the goal of improving public access to professional counseling services. The practice of professional counseling occurs in the state where the client is located at th…

Sec. 2. This compact is designed to achieve the following objectives: (1) Increase public access to professional counseling services by providing for the mutual recognition of other member state licenses. (2) Enhance the states' ability to protect the public's health and safety. …