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USA Statutes : maine
Title : Title 32. PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter : Chapter 76. FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING. PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new))
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Title 32 - §5501. Definitions
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5501. Definitions
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
1. Board. "Board" means the Board of Licensure of Foresters.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
2. Department. "Department" means the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
3. Forester. "Forester" means a person licensed under this chapter to practice forestry.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
4. Forestry. "Forestry" means services relating to forestry requiring the application of forestry principles and techniques. The services
include, but are not limited to, investigations, consultations, timber inventory, development of forest management plans,
responsible supervision of forest management, forest utilization, appraisal of severed or unsevered timber, forest economics
or other forestry activities as carried out in connection with any public or private lands. "Forestry" does not include services
for the physical implementation of cutting, hauling, handling or processing of forest products or for the physical implementation
of timber stand improvements or other silvicultural activities or measuring or scaling activities performed by persons licensed
under Title 10, section 2365-A.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
5. Intern forester. "Intern forester" means a person licensed under this chapter to practice forestry under the sponsorship of a forester.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
6. Person. "Person" means an individual.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
7. Sponsor. "Sponsor" means a forester who is responsible for overseeing the activities of an intern forester.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
8. Supervisor. "Supervisor" means a forester who is responsible for the activities of an unlicensed person providing services under the
direction of the forester.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
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Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
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Title 32 - §5502. License required
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5502. License required
Except as provided in section 5503, it is unlawful for a person to practice forestry or advertise or offer to practice forestry
without a license issued under this chapter.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
advice, please consult
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State House Room 108
Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
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Title 32 - §5503. Exemptions to licensing
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5503. Exemptions to licensing
A license is not required for forestry activities conducted by:
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
1. Forestry instructional and educational institutions. A forestry instructional and educational institution approved by the Commissioner of Education pursuant to the laws of the
State or a program of education at an institution licensed or approved by the State to grant a bachelor's or higher degree;
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
2. Federal Government employee. Federal Government employees conducting forestry practices within the scope of their employment;
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
3. Person registered and practicing forestry. A person registered and practicing forestry under the supervision of a forester as set forth by section 5515, subsection
9; or
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
4. Owner. An owner managing or otherwise conducting forestry practices on that owner's land.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
advice, please consult
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Title 32 - §5504. Penalties; injunction
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5504. Penalties; injunction
1. Unlicensed practice. A person who violates section 5502 is subject to the provisions of Title 10, section 8003-C.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
2. Endorsement. It is a Class E crime for a forester or intern forester to endorse any plan, map or report other than a forest management
and harvest plan as defined in Title 36, section 573, subsection 3-A, unless that forester or intern forester prepared or
was in charge of the preparation of the map, plan or report.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
advice, please consult
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Title 32 - §5505. Board; organization
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 2: BOARD OF LICENSURE OF FORESTERS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5505. Board; organization
1. Establishment; purpose. The Board of Licensure of Foresters, as established within the department pursuant to Title 5, section 12004-A, subsection
17, administers the provisions of this chapter to protect the public by improving the standards relative to the practice of
forestry, to protect the public from unqualified practitioners and to help ensure the proper management of the forest resources
of the State.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
2. Members. The board consists of 6 members appointed by the Governor. Each member must be a citizen of the United States and a resident
of this State. The board consists of:
A. One public member; and
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
B. Five foresters who hold valid licenses.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
3. Terms; removal. Terms of the members of the board are for 3 years. Members may be removed by the Governor for cause.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
4. Meetings; quorum. The board shall meet at least once a year and at such other times as the board determines necessary. A majority of the
members of the board constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business under this chapter.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
5. Election of officers. The board shall annually elect a chair and other officers as it determines necessary.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
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Title 32 - §5506. Rules
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 2: BOARD OF LICENSURE OF FORESTERS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5506. Rules
The board may establish guidelines and rules by which this chapter is administered. Except where otherwise indicated, rules
adopted pursuant to this chapter are routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II-A.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
1. Education. The board may adopt rules to be applied in determining whether educational programs meet the license qualifications under
this chapter.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
2. License qualifications. The board may adopt rules relating to the qualifications of an applicant for a license authorized under this chapter that
ensure that an applicant is sufficiently trustworthy and competent to practice forestry.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
3. Standards of practice. The board may adopt rules consistent with the standards set forth in this chapter governing the practice of forestry in
order to establish standards of practice that serve the public interest. The board may not adopt rules that govern forestry
practices.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
4. Other. The board may adopt and enforce other rules that are necessary for the performance of its duties under this chapter.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
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Title 32 - §5507. Fees
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 2: BOARD OF LICENSURE OF FORESTERS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5507. Fees
The Director of the Office of Licensing and Registration, pursuant to Title 10, section 8003, subsection 2-A, paragraph D,
may establish by rule fees for purposes authorized under this chapter in amounts that are reasonable and necessary for their
respective purposes, except that the fee for a purpose may not exceed $100 annually. Rules adopted pursuant to this section
are routine technical rules as define in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II-A.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
advice, please consult
a qualified attorney. Office of the Revisor of Statutes 7 State House Station
State House Room 108
Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
This page created on: 2005-10-01
Title 32 - §5508. Duties and powers
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 2: BOARD OF LICENSURE OF FORESTERS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5508. Duties and powers
The board has the following duties and powers, in addition to those otherwise set forth in this chapter.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
1. Consent agreements. The board may execute a consent agreement that resolves a complaint or investigation without further proceedings pursuant
to Title 10, section 8003, subsection 5, paragraph B.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
2. Denial of license. The board may not refuse to issue or renew a license for a reason other than the failure to pay a required fee unless the
applicant has been afforded an opportunity for an adjudicatory hearing consistent with the board's rules.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
3. Hearings. The board shall conduct hearings in conformity with Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter IV to the extent applicable. The board
after hearing may impose disciplinary sanctions pursuant to Title 10, section 8003, subsection 5, paragraph A-1. In addition,
the board, pursuant to Title 5, section 10004, may revoke or suspend a license.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
4. Investigation. The board shall investigate or cause to be investigated all complaints made to it and all cases of noncompliance with or
violation of this chapter.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
5. License qualification. The board shall evaluate the qualifications for licensure under this chapter.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
advice, please consult
a qualified attorney. Office of the Revisor of Statutes 7 State House Station
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Title 32 - §5509. Grounds for disciplinary action
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 2: BOARD OF LICENSURE OF FORESTERS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5509. Grounds for disciplinary action
1. Grounds. After a hearing pursuant to section 5508, subsection 3, the board has the authority to impose disciplinary sanctions at
any time when a licensee is found guilty of one of more of the following:
A. Subject to Title 5, chapter 341, a Class A, B or C crime or any other crime that bears directly on the practice of forestry;
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
B. An act or conduct that constitutes deceit, misconduct, misrepresentation, fraud, incompetence or gross negligence in the
practice of forestry;
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
C. Procuring or attempting to procure a license under this chapter by knowingly making a false statement, submitting false
information or making a material misrepresentation in an application filed with the board;
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
D. Aiding or abetting a person in conduct that constitutes a violation of this chapter;
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
E. Violating a rule adopted by the board or a provision of this chapter; and
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
F. An act or conduct that constitutes or demonstrates unprofessional practice.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
advice, please consult
a qualified attorney. Office of the Revisor of Statutes 7 State House Station
State House Room 108
Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
This page created on: 2005-10-01
Title 32 - §5510. General qualifications
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 3: LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5510. General qualifications
1. Application. The applicant shall submit a properly completed application on forms furnished by the board, together with the prescribed
fee.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
2. Criminal history information. Subject to Title 5, chapter 341, the applicant shall provide criminal history record information.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
advice, please consult
a qualified attorney. Office of the Revisor of Statutes 7 State House Station
State House Room 108
Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
This page created on: 2005-10-01
Title 32 - §5511. License limited to persons
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 3: LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5511. License limited to persons
A license issued under this subchapter may only be issued to a person, and licensure must be determined based on individual
and personal qualifications. A firm, company, partnership, limited liability company or corporation may not be licensed under
this chapter.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
advice, please consult
a qualified attorney. Office of the Revisor of Statutes 7 State House Station
State House Room 108
Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
This page created on: 2005-10-01
Title 32 - §5512. Changes
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 3: LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5512. Changes
The licensee shall report any change of address or name or other material change in the conditions or qualifications set forth
in the original application no later than 30 days after the change. Upon proper notice, the board's records must be changed
and a new license issued for the unexpired term of the current license, if appropriate.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
advice, please consult
a qualified attorney. Office of the Revisor of Statutes 7 State House Station
State House Room 108
Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
This page created on: 2005-10-01
Title 32 - §5513. Denial of license
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 3: LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5513. Denial of license
A license may be denied to an applicant:
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
1. Complete application. Who fails to submit a completed application within 30 days after being notified of the materials needed to complete the
application;
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
2. Proof that applicant is trustworthy. Who fails to provide satisfactory proof that the applicant is trustworthy and competent to conduct forestry practices in
a manner that safeguards the interests of the public;
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
3. Suspension or revocation of license. Who has had a professional or occupational license suspended or revoked for disciplinary reasons or an application rejected
for reasons relating to untrustworthiness within 3 years prior to the date of application;
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
4. Conviction of crime. Subject to Title 5, chapter 341, who has been convicted of a Class A, B or C crime or a crime that bears on the practice
of forestry; or
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
5. Meeting requirements of subchapter. Who fails to meet the professional qualifications for licensure as provided in this subchapter.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
advice, please consult
a qualified attorney. Office of the Revisor of Statutes 7 State House Station
State House Room 108
Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
This page created on: 2005-10-01
Title 32 - §5514. Intern forester
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 3: LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5514. Intern forester
1. Scope of practice. An intern forester license entitles the holder to perform forestry practices under the sponsorship of a forester.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
2. Professional qualifications. Each applicant for an intern forester license shall submit evidence of an associate's degree or a bachelor's degree from
a curriculum in forestry or of graduation from a postgraduate curriculum in forestry leading to a degree higher than a bachelor's
degree in a school or college approved by the board. The board may grant a variance to an applicant who does not hold a degree
pursuant to rules adopted by the board. Rules adopted pursuant to this subsection are routine technical rules as defined
in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2-A.
[2003, c. 364, §1 (amd).]
3. Filing with board. The requirements for licensure as an intern forester are as follows.
A. The internship may not commence until after the applicant has met the professional qualification requirements of subsection
2.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
B. Applicants shall apply to and be approved by the board for internship prior to beginning their internship.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
C. The applicant shall submit 3 references from persons demonstrating the applicant's good character to work as an intern forester.
One of the references must be from the individual who is proposed to serve as the sponsor.
[2003, c. 364, §2 (amd).]
[2003, c. 364, §2 (amd).]
4. Continuing education required. As a prerequisite to renewal of an intern forester license, the applicant must complete continuing education as set forth
by rules adopted by the board.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
5. Renewal. Licenses expire annually on December 31st or on a date the commissioner determines. The board shall issue a renewal license,
subject to the limitations set forth in subsection 6, upon receipt of the written request for renewal, the annual fee and
evidence of satisfactory completion of continuing education as set forth in subsection 4. Licenses may be renewed up to 90
days after the date of expiration upon payment of a late fee in addition to the renewal fee. A person who submits an application
for renewal more than 90 days after the license has expired is required to pay a late renewal penalty fee in addition to the
90-day late fee and renewal fee.
[2003, c. 364, §3 (amd).]
6. Limited license term. Intern forester licenses may only be renewed for 5 annual terms. If after the 5th annual renewal term the intern forester
has not qualified for licensure as a forester, the intern forester may reapply to recommence the internship process, but may
not receive any credit towards completion of the new internship for work performed during the prior internship.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
7. Endorsement of documents. Plans, maps and reports issued by the intern forester must be endorsed with the intern forester's name and license number
during the life of the intern forester's license. By endorsing a document, the intern forester is representing that the document
has been reviewed by the sponsor.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
advice, please consult
a qualified attorney. Office of the Revisor of Statutes 7 State House Station
State House Room 108
Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
This page created on: 2005-10-01
Title 32 - §5515. Forester
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 3: LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5515. Forester
1. Scope of practice. A forester license entitles the holder to engage in the practice of forestry.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
2. Professional qualification. The applicant must demonstrate compliance with the professional qualifications as set forth in section 5514, subsection
2.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
3. Internship. An applicant for a forester license shall complete an internship as follows.
A. An applicant with an associate's degree or no degree shall demonstrate 48 months of forestry experience as an intern forester
satisfactory to the board. Applicants must complete the 48 months within 6 calendar years prior to application.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
B. An applicant with a bachelor's degree or higher shall demonstrate 24 months of forestry experience as an intern forester
satisfactory to the board. Applicants must complete the 24 months within 6 calendar years prior to application.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
4. Recommendation. The applicant shall submit references from 3 foresters familiar with the applicant's forestry practice. At least one of
the references must be from the sponsor, unless the sponsor is unavailable as a reference through no fault of the applicant.
An applicant exempted under subsection 5 shall submit references from 3 forestry professionals familiar with the applicant's
forestry practice.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
5. Exemption to internship; professional practice in another jurisdiction. Notwithstanding subsection 3, the board may waive the internship requirement, as set forth in subsection 3, for an applicant
who has at least 24 months of lawful prior professional forestry practice in another jurisdiction within the 6-year period
prior to application, as long as the practice is determined by the board to be substantially equivalent to the successful
completion of forestry internship under subsection 3.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
6. Examination. Each applicant for a forester license shall submit an application and examination fee and successfully pass an examination
administered by the board designed to test an individual's knowledge to engage in the practice of forestry. Applicants shall
meet all other qualifications for licensure prior to taking the examination.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
7. Continuing education required. As a prerequisite to renewal of a forester license, applicants must complete continuing education as set forth by rules
adopted by the board.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
8. Renewal. Licenses expire annually on December 31st or on a date the commissioner determines. The board shall issue a renewal license
upon receipt of the written request for renewal, the annual fee and evidence of satisfactory completion of continuing education
as set forth in subsection 7. Licenses may be renewed up to 90 days after expiration upon payment of a late fee in addition
to the renewal fee. A person who submits an application for renewal more than 90 days after the license expiration date is
subject to all requirements governing new applicants under this chapter, except that the board may, in its discretion and
giving due consideration to the protection of the public, waive examination and internship if the renewal application is within
2 years from the date of expiration for those applicants who demonstrate compliance with subsection 7 and upon payment of
a late renewal penalty fee in addition to the 90-day late fee and renewal fee.
[2003, c. 364, §4 (amd).]
9. Endorsement of documents. Plans, maps and reports issued by the forester must be endorsed with the forester's name and license number during the life
of the forester's license.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
10. Sponsor; supervisor. A forester:
A. May act as a sponsor for an intern forester pursuant to the requirements of section 5514 and rules adopted by the board;
and
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
B. Must register with the board to supervise the activities of an unlicensed person pursuant to rules adopted by the board. Rules adopted pursuant to this paragraph are routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2-A.
[2003, c. 364, §5 (amd).]
[2003, c. 364, §5 (amd).]
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
advice, please consult
a qualified attorney. Office of the Revisor of Statutes 7 State House Station
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Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
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Title 32 - §5516. Nonresidents; applicants licensed in another jurisdiction
Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS Chapter 76: FORESTER LICENSING (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) Subchapter 3: LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS (HEADING: PL 2001, c. 261, @4 (new)) §5516. Nonresidents; applicants licensed in another jurisdiction
1. Reciprocal agreements. The board may enter into reciprocal agreements with other jurisdictions that have substantially equivalent licensure laws
and accord substantially equal reciprocal rights to residents licensed in good standing in this State.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
2. Applicants licensed in another jurisdiction. An applicant who is licensed under the laws of another jurisdiction is governed by this subsection.
A. An applicant who is licensed under the laws of a jurisdiction that has a reciprocal agreement with the board may obtain
a license upon the terms and conditions as agreed upon through the reciprocal agreement.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
B. An applicant who is licensed in good standing under the laws of a jurisdiction that has not entered into a reciprocal agreement
with the board may qualify for licensure by submitting evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant has met all of
the qualifications for licensure equivalent to those set forth by this subchapter for that level of licensure, including,
but not limited to, passing the examination as required by section 5515, subsection 6.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
C. All nonresident license applicants shall submit with the application an irrevocable consent that service of process on the
applicant for an action filed in a court of this State arising out of the applicant's activities as a forester in this State
may be made by delivery of the process to the Director of the Office of Licensing and Registration if, in the exercise of
due diligence, a plaintiff can not effect personal service upon the applicant.
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
[2001, c. 261, §4 (new).]
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