ARSD 20:50:06:02. Inspection of office for a new applicant

The board shall conduct an office inspection, in accordance with SDCL 36-7-30, prior to the issuance of a license, unless the applicant: (1) Indicates on the initial license application that the applicant has arranged a bona fide association with a licensed optometrist at an office that has been inspected by the board within the past two years and meets the requirements of §§ 20:50:06:01 and 20:50:06:01.01; or (2) Is entering the military or other governmental service. The applicant shall appear in person for a board inspection.