64B5-13.001. Determination of Probable Cause

CHAPTER 64B5-13 DISCIPLINARY ACTION 64B5-13.001 Determination of Probable Cause 64B5-13.002 Time for Payment of Administrative Fines (Repealed) 64B5-13.0045 Minor Violations 64B5-13.0046 Citation Authority 64B5-13.005 Disciplinary Guidelines 64B5-13.006 Post Board Order Activity 64B5-13.001 Determination of Probable Cause. (1) The probable cause panel by majority vote shall determine whether probable cause exists to believe that a licensee has violated the provisions of Chapter 456 or 466, F.S., or the rules of the Department or Board. (2) The probable cause panel shall be appointed by the Chairman and shall be composed of three members, two of which must be dentists who hold valid and active dental licenses in this State. At least two members of the probable cause panel must be present to constitute a quorum. If only two members are present, the determination of probable cause shall require the affirmative vote of both members present. (a) Up to two members may be former dentist, dental hygienist or consumer Board members. (b) At least one member must be a current Board member who holds a valid and active license in this State. (c) At least one member must be a current or former consumer member of the Board if one is available and willing to serve. If a consumer member is not available or willing to serve, a current or former dental hygienist member of the Board shall serve on the panel if available or willing to serve. (d) When an investigation report of a dental hygienist or a dental radiographer will be considered by the panel, at least one member must be a current or former dental hygienist member of the Board if one is available and willing to serve. (e) Any former dentist or dental hygiene member of the Board appointed to the panel must currently hold a valid and active dental or dental hygiene license in this State. (f) Probable cause panel members shall serve for one year terms but may serve successive terms. (3) The probable cause panel shall meet as necessary to conduct business as determined by the Chairman of the Board or the Chairman of the panel.