Florida Statutes 478.53 – Penalty for violations
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Attorney's Note
Under the Florida Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| misdemeanor of the first degree | up to 1 year | up to $1,000 |
Terms Used In Florida Statutes 478.53
- Electrologist: means a person who engages in the practice of electrolysis. See Florida Statutes 478.42
- Fraud: Intentional deception resulting in injury to another.
- person: includes individuals, children, firms, associations, joint adventures, partnerships, estates, trusts, business trusts, syndicates, fiduciaries, corporations, and all other groups or combinations. See Florida Statutes 1.01
It is a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083, to:
(1) Practice or attempt to practice electrology or hold oneself out to be an electrologist without holding an active license.
(2) Practice or attempt to practice electrology under a name other than one’s own.
(3) Use or attempt to use a revoked or suspended license or the license of another.
(4) Obtain or attempt to obtain a license by bribery, fraud, or knowing misrepresentation.
(5) Employ an unlicensed person to practice electrology.
(6) Practice or attempt to practice any permanent hair removal except as described in s. 478.42(5).