(a) (1) The Board shall adopt a code of ethics for psychologists and psychology associates in this State.
(2) The code of ethics adopted under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be designed to protect the public interest.
(b) In adopting the code of ethics, the Board shall consider:
(1) The ethical standards of psychologists published by the American Psychological Association; and
(2) The professional character of psychological services.
(c) In adopting the code of ethics, the Board shall announce and hold public hearings on the subject.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Section 18-301 - License Required
Section 18-302 - Qualifications of Applicants
Section 18-302.1 - Criminal History Records Checks
Section 18-303 - Applications for Licenses or Registrations
Section 18-306 - Issuance and Contents of License or Registration
Section 18-307 - Scope of License or Registration
Section 18-308 - Roster of Licensed Psychologists and Psychology Associates
Section 18-309 - Term and Renewal of Licenses
Section 18-310 - Inactive Status; Reinstatement of Expired Licenses or Registrations
Section 18-311 - Code of Ethics
Section 18-312 - Surrender of License or Registration
Section 18-313 - Denials, Reprimands, Suspensions, and Revocations -- Grounds
Section 18-313.1 - Monetary Penalties
Section 18-314 - Psychological or Physical Examination
Section 18-317 - Amendment of Order