It is declared to be a policy of this state that the practice of chiropractic is a privilege granted to qualified persons and that, in order to safeguard the public health, safety and welfare, protect the public from the unprofessional, improper, incompetent and unlawful practice of chiropractic, it is necessary to provide regulatory authority over persons practicing chiropractic. The primary responsibility and obligation of the West Virginia board of chiropractic is to protect the public.
Structure West Virginia Code
Chapter 30. Professions and Occupations
§30-16-1. Purpose and Legislative Intent
§30-16-2. License Required; Exceptions
§30-16-4. West Virginia Board of Chiropractic; Establishment and Composition
§30-16-5. Powers and Duties of the Board
§30-16-6. Application for License; Requirements for Licensure
§30-16-7. Examination; Certificates of License
§30-16-8. Licensing of Foreign Graduates
§30-16-9. Licensure by Endorsement; Temporary Licensure; Restricted Licensure
§30-16-10. Licensing Chiropractors From Other States; Fee
§30-16-11. Disciplinary Actions
§30-16-12. Impaired Chiropractors
§30-16-13. Protected Action, Immunity and Communication
§30-16-15. Annual Renewal; Failure to Renew; Reinstatement
§30-16-18. Scope of Practice; Chiropractic Assistants; Expert Testimony
§30-16-20. Use of Physiotherapeutic Devices; Electrodiagnostic Devices; Specialty Practice