[§451K-15]  Prohibited acts; penalties.  (a)  No individual shall:

     (1)  Use in connection with the person’s name any designation tending to imply that the individual is a licensed genetic counselor unless the individual is duly licensed and authorized under this chapter; or

     (2)  Make a representation that the individual is a licensed genetic counselor during the time the person’s license issued under this chapter is forfeited, inactive, terminated, suspended, or revoked.

Terms Used In Hawaii Revised Statutes 451K-15

  • Genetic counselor: means a person licensed under this chapter who engages in genetic counseling practice. See Hawaii Revised Statutes 451K-1
  • Licensed genetic counselor: means an individual who holds a license in good standing to practice genetic counseling under this chapter. See Hawaii Revised Statutes 451K-1

     (b)  Any individual who violates this section shall be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000 and each day’s violation shall be deemed a separate offense.