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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 1Ch. 1§ 108 Board Powers And Functions

§ 108 Board Powers And Functions

Business and Professions Code·California
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§ 108 Board Powers And Functions

Key Takeaways

  • •Different boards in the department work on their own.
  • •They make rules, give tests, and check if people follow the laws.
  • •They can punish people who break the rules, like taking away their license.

Example

A doctor does something wrong, like not following medical rules.

The medical board can look into it, hold a meeting, and decide to take away the doctor's license if they did something bad.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 108 Board Powers And Functions

Each of the boards comprising the department exists as a separate unit, and has the functions of setting standards, holding meetings, and setting dates thereof, preparing and conducting examinations, passing upon applicants, conducting investigations of violations of laws under its jurisdiction, issuing citations and holding hearings for the revocation of licenses, and the imposing of penalties following those hearings, insofar as these powers are given by statute to each respective board. (Amended by Stats. 2008, Ch. 179, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2009.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

boardssetting standardsconducting examinationsissuing citationsholding hearingsrevocation of licensesimposing of penalties

Related Statutes

  • § 101.7 Board Meeting Requirements
  • § 105 Board Member Oath Requirement
  • § 109 Board Decisions And Investigations
  • § 113 Department Travel Authorization
  • § 100 Department Of Consumer Affairs

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 108.
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