As used in this section:

(1) "Contact lens prescription" means a written order bearing the original signature of a licensed optometrist or ophthalmologist or an oral order issued directly to a dispenser by a licensed optometrist or ophthalmologist which authorizes dispensing ophthalmic contact lenses to a patient, including contact lenses with or without power sold for any purpose.

Terms Used In South Carolina Code 37-25-10

  • Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
  • Partnership: A voluntary contract between two or more persons to pool some or all of their assets into a business, with the agreement that there will be a proportional sharing of profits and losses.

(2) "Person" means an individual, corporation, trust, partnership, incorporated or unincorporated association, and other legal entity.

(3) "Department" means the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.