43-29-13.2. Practice of veterinary technology - Exceptions

43-29-13.2. Practice of veterinary technology - Exceptions 1. The following individuals may not be considered to be engaging in the practice of veterinary technology in this state: a. An individual who treats an animal owned by the individual or the individual's regular employer, except if ownership of the animal was transferred or otherwise manipulated to avoid the requirements of this chapter. b. An individual who conducts experiments in scientific research in the development of methods, techniques, or treatment, directly or indirectly applicable to the problems of medicine, and who in connection with these activities uses animals. c. A student enrolled in an approved program of veterinary technology performing duties or actions assigned by an instructor or working under the direct supervision of a veterinarian. d. An employee of the United States or this state while in the performance of duties as employees. e. An employee of a veterinarian performing duties under the direction or supervision of the veterinarian responsible for the employee's performance. f. An individual lecturing or giving instructions or demonstrations within the individual's area of professional expertise in connection with a continuing education course or seminar. g. An individual who is not a graduate of an approved program of veterinary technology, enrolled in an equivalency program of veterinary technology as approved by the board, performing duties or actions assigned by an instructor in an approved program of veterinary technology. h. An individual who administers medication or treatment as prescribed by a veterinarian. i. An individual who performs gratuitous services for an animal in a life-threatening situation. 2. This section may not be construed to protect individuals from animal cruelty laws in this state.