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Fla. Admin. Code R. 64B13-2.008 (2026)

Probable Cause Panel

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(1) The determination as to whether probable cause exists to believe that a violation of the provisions of Chapter 456, or 463, F.S., or of the rules promulgated thereunder, has occurred shall be made by the probable cause panel of the Board.

(2) The probable cause panel shall be composed of at least two (2) present or former members of the Board of Optometry. At least one member of the panel must be a current Board member. At least one member shall be a present or former lay member, if available, willing to serve, and authorized by the Chair.

Rulemaking Authority 456.073(4), 463.005 FS. Law Implemented 456.073(4) FS. History–New 11-13-79, Formerly 21Q-2.08, 21Q-2.008, 61F8-2.008, Amended 5-29-95, Formerly 59V-2.008, Amended 12-24-97.

Effective: 12/24/1997.