§ 73-73-1. Short title
This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the “Mississippi Certified Interior Designer Act.”
§ 73-73-11. Application from interior designer in another jurisdiction
The board and IDAC may accept applications for Mississippi certification from an interior designer in another jurisdiction pursuant to Section 73-73-7 or 73-73-9. The issuance of a certification by reciprocity to a military-trained applicant or military spouse shall be subject to the provisions of Section 73-50-1.
§ 73-73-13. Continuing education requirements
Each Mississippi Certified Interior Designer shall be required to meet the continuing education requirements established by the board and IDAC. The board and IDAC shall set a minimum requirement of continuing education for the biennial reporting period.
§ 73-73-15. Renewal of certificate; payment of fees; penalty for nonpayment
Each Mississippi Certified Interior Designer who desires to renew a certificate pursuant to this chapter must submit to the board and IDAC: (a) the biennial certification renewal fee as set by rules and regulations; and (b) the certification renewal application, which shall require certification of compliance with continuing education requirements. The renewal fee shall be […]
§ 73-73-17. Issuance of temporary certificates prohibited
The board shall not issue a temporary certificate, except as authorized under Section 73-50-1.
§ 73-73-19. Certified interior designer conduct and professional ethics
The board and IDAC shall set forth and regulate the conduct and professional ethics of those certified under this chapter. Conflict of Interest: A Mississippi Certified Interior Designer may not accept compensation for interior design services from more than one (1) party on a project unless the circumstances are fully disclosed to and accepted by […]
§ 73-73-21. Posting certificate in prominent place
Each person holding a certificate as a Mississippi Certified Interior Designer in this state shall post the certificate in a prominent place in the interior designer’s place of business.
§ 73-73-23. Interior Design Advisory Committee; membership; terms
IDAC shall be comprised of five (5) members, each being a Mississippi Certified Interior Designer residing in this state who has been engaged in interior design not less than seven (7) years. It is the duty of IDAC to carry out the purposes of this chapter as herein provided. The Governor shall appoint the members […]
§ 73-73-25. Adoption of rules and regulations; IDAC member oath of office
IDAC, subject to the approval of the board, may adopt only rules or regulations that are consistent with law as may be necessary to carry out the duties and authorities conferred upon the committee. The rules and regulations may address, but need not be limited to, the following matters: Administration and enforcement of provisions of […]
§ 73-73-27. Deposit and use of funds from fees and fines
All funds received from interior designer certification, renewal fees and fines shall be deposited into the account of the board and utilized in part for expenses of IDAC at the direction of the board. A complete statement of the transactions shall be included in the board’s annual report.
§ 73-73-29. Payment of IDAC and board expenses; per diem and reimbursement of travel expenses for IDAC members
The board may pay, from certification and other fees authorized under this chapter, the expenses of IDAC and the board. In no case may any of the fees or expenses be paid by the State of Mississippi or be charged against the state. Each member of IDAC shall receive a per diem in an amount […]
§ 73-73-3. Purpose of chapter
The purpose of this chapter is to establish the title of “Mississippi Certified Interior Designer” and to restrict the use of this title to those persons having specific interior design education, experience and examination, as defined in this chapter, and to require continuing education and adherence to a professional code of conduct by Mississippi Certified […]
§ 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 […]
§ 73-73-5. Definitions
The following words and phrases have the meanings ascribed in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: “Board” means the State Board of Architecture as defined in Section 73-1-3. “Interior Design Advisory Committee” or “IDAC” means the jurisdictional committee responsible for making recommendations to the board for implementing interior design legislation and making rules […]
§ 73-73-7. Application for certification; certification requirements; examination; disqualification from candidacy for certification
Beginning on July 1, 2012, the board and Interior Design Advisory Committee shall receive applications for certification as a Mississippi Certified Interior Designer on forms prescribed and furnished by the board and IDAC. Upon receipt of an application, the board, upon the recommendation of IDAC, may approve the application, provided the applicant meets one (1) […]
§ 73-73-9. Application for licensure through alternate eligibility methods; alternate qualifications
Any applicant who files an application with and remits initial fees to the board and IDAC before July 1, 2013, may be considered for alternate eligibility. Applications for licensure through the alternate eligibility method shall be accepted beginning on July 1, 2012. Any applicant submitting an application under this section shall be subject to the […]