Overview
Overview
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Laws on Practicing Without a License
Hundreds of occupations require professional licensing, and not having that license can result in criminal or civil penalties or both.
Occupational Licensing Laws
Occupational Licensing Laws
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Practicing Nursing Without a License
Along with doctors, attorneys, dentists, veterinarians, and other professionals, all states require anyone wishing to be a nurse to first obtain a state license. If you engage in nursing without that license, you commit the crime of practicing nursing without a license.
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Practicing Medicine Without a License
Practicing medicine without a license can lead to criminal charges, civil penalties, and civil lawsuits.
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Practicing Dentistry Without a License
As with other professions that impact the health and well-being of others, the dental profession is tightly regulated by each state. Anyone who wishes to work as a dentist in any state must first receive the legal authority to do so by acquiring a state dental license. State license requirements differ slightly, but all states make it a crime to practice dentistry without having a license.
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Practicing Law Without a License
Like many other professionals, attorneys must have a license before they can practice law in any state. While license requirements differ slightly from state to state, all states make it illegal to engage in the practice of law without first obtaining a license. Anyone engaged in the practice of law without a license commits a criminal act.
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Most state laws require tattoo artists and establishments to have appropriate licensure from the state or local government. Tattooing without a license can result in professional and criminal penalties.
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Brokering Real Estate Without a License
Anyone who wants to sell real estate as a salesperson, real estate agent, or real estate broker must first obtain a license to do so from the state in which they live.
Questions & Answers
Questions & Answers
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Can I sue someone for impersonating a doctor?
Question: I was hurt after I went to a "healer" who made my condition worse. I think he was masquerading as a doctor. Will that fact alone entitle me to some money damages? Answer: Only licensed doctors may provide medical services; "healers" are not licensed.