§ 73-77-5. Disqualification from pursuing, practicing, or engaging in occupation for which license is required on basis of prior conviction of crime prohibited; exceptions
Absent applicable state law, no person shall be disqualified from pursuing, practicing, or engaging in any occupation for which a license is required solely or in part because of a prior conviction of a crime, unless the crime for which an applicant was convicted directly relates to the duties and responsibilities for the licensed occupation. […]
§ 73-77-7. Use of certain vague or generic terms in licensing authority rulemaking prohibited; clear and convincing standard of proof to be used when examining factors to determine a disqualifying criminal conviction; applicability
Absent applicable state law, licensing authorities shall not have in any rulemaking for their qualifications for licensure vague or generic terms including, but not limited to, “moral turpitude,” “any felony,” and “good character.” Absent applicable state law, licensing authorities may only consider criminal records that are specific and directly related to the duties and responsibilities […]
§ 73-75-15. Waiver of eligibility requirements
The board may waive the examination for licensure of any applicant who presents proof of current licensure in another state, including the District of Columbia, or territory of the United States which maintains professional standards considered by the board to be equivalent to those set forth in this chapter. The issuance of a license by […]
§ 73-73-31. Revocation, suspension or annulment of certificate; reprimand, censure or other disciplinary procedures; grounds; hearing; probation; reissuance of revoked or suspended certificate
The board may revoke, suspend or annul the certificate of a Mississippi Certified Interior Designer or reprimand, censure or otherwise discipline a Mississippi Certified Interior Designer. The board and IDAC, upon satisfactory proof and in accordance with the provisions of this chapter, may take any necessary disciplinary actions against any Mississippi Certified Interior Designer for […]
§ 73-73-33. Appeal of order, judgment or action of the board
Within thirty (30) days after entry of a final order or judgment denying or revoking a certificate to practice as a Certified Interior Designer, whether an initial licensure or renewal, or action of the board as a result of disciplinary proceedings conducted under this section, any person aggrieved may appeal the order, judgment or action […]
§ 73-73-35. Violation of chapter; penalties
It is a misdemeanor for any person to: Offer to hold himself out as a Mississippi Certified Interior Designer, unless duly certified under this chapter. Present as his own the certificate of another. Give false or forged evidence to the board or any member of the board in obtaining a certificate. Falsely impersonate any other […]
§ 73-75-1. License required
In order to safeguard life, health and property, no person shall practice applied behavior analysis in this state, or use the title “Licensed Behavior Analyst” or “Licensed Assistant Behavior Analyst,” unless such person has secured a license under this chapter.
§ 73-75-3. Definitions
The following definitions apply as used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires: “Board” means the Mississippi Autism Board. “Person” means any individual, organization or corporate body, except that only an individual may be licensed under this chapter. “Practice of applied behavior analysis” means interventions based on scientific research and the direct observation and […]
§ 73-75-5. Scope of chapter
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as preventing or restricting the practice of any of the following: A licensed psychologist, subject to any rules or regulations of the Mississippi Board of Psychology; Other licensed health care professionals authorized to practice in the state, so long as the services of the professional are commensurate with […]
§ 73-75-7. Mississippi Autism Board; membership; term of office; appointment; qualifications
The board shall consist of five (5) members. The Governor shall appoint one (1) licensed psychologist practicing in the area of applied behavior analysis, one (1) licensed behavior analyst, and one (1) public member who is not licensed in behavior analysis and who is the family member of a recipient of applied behavior analysis services. […]