North DakotaState Board of Optometry

Laws & Regulations

Access North Dakota optometry laws, administrative rules, and regulatory documents.

North Dakota laws covering optometrists are found in the North Dakota Century Code, Chapter 43-13. Copies of these laws together with the current Rules and Regulations adopted by the North Dakota State Board of Optometry, are available in pamphlet form as published by the North Dakota Board of Optometry.

Physical Copies: To obtain printed copies, forward a written request and a check for $25.00 per copy to the Executive Director of the Board.

North Dakota Legislation

Century Code

Primary Law
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Statutes

Statutes
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North Dakota Optometric Administrative Rules

Board Structure

Organization

Organization and structure of the North Dakota State Board of Optometry

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Continuing Education

Education

Continuing education requirements for license maintenance

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Unethical Practices

Ethics

Code of ethics and prohibited practices for optometrists

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Equipment & Examination Requirements

Practice

Minimum equipment, examination, and prescription standards

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Pharmaceutical Agents Certification

Therapeutic

Certification requirements for pharmaceutical agents and controlled substances

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Disciplinary Actions

Enforcement

Procedures for disciplinary actions and license revocation

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Legal Framework

State Laws

  • • North Dakota Century Code Chapter 43-13
  • • Optometry Practice Act
  • • Professional licensing requirements
  • • Scope of practice definitions

Administrative Rules

  • • Board organization and procedures
  • • Examination and licensing standards
  • • Continuing education requirements
  • • Disciplinary procedures

Practice Standards

  • • Equipment requirements
  • • Examination standards
  • • Prescription protocols
  • • Ethical guidelines

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Need Legal Clarification?

For questions about legal requirements or regulatory compliance, contact the Executive Director or Board Attorney.

Executive Director

Dr. Taya Patzman

(701) 471-0289

Board Attorney

Appointed by Attorney General

Available for legal guidance