(a) It is unlawful for any person to practice or offer to practice veterinary medicine, veterinary technology or animal euthanasia in this state without a license, registration or certificate issued under the provisions of this article, or advertise or use any title or description tending to convey the impression that they are a veterinarian, veterinary technician or animal euthanasia technician unless such person has been duly licensed, registered or certified under the provisions of this article.
(b) A business entity may not render any service or engage in any activity which, if rendered or engaged in by an individual, would constitute the practice of veterinary medicine, veterinary technology or animal euthanasia, except through a licensee, registrant or certificate holder.
Structure West Virginia Code
Chapter 30. Professions and Occupations
§30-10-4. Board of Veterinary Medicine
§30-10-5. Powers and Duties of the Board
§30-10-6. Rule-Making Authority
§30-10-7. Fees; Special Revenue Account; Administrative Fines
§30-10-8. Requirements for Veterinary License
§30-10-9. Scope of Practice for a Licensed Veterinarian
§30-10-10. Requirements for a Registered Veterinary Technician
§30-10-11. Scope of Practice for Registered Veterinary Technician
§30-10-12. Requirements to Be a Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician
§30-10-13. Requirements for Certified Animal Euthanasia Technicians Program
§30-10-14. Scope of Practice for an Animal Euthanasia Technician
§30-10-15. Renewal Requirements
§30-10-16. Temporary Permits for a Veterinarian
§30-10-17. Exemptions From Article
§30-10-18. Display of License, Permit, Registration and Certificate
§30-10-19. Complaints; Investigations; Due Process Procedure; Grounds for Disciplinary Action
§30-10-20. Procedures for Hearing; Right of Appeal
§30-10-21. Judicial Review; Appeal to Supreme Court of Appeals
§30-10-22. Criminal Proceedings; Penalties