HRS §451J-5
Using a marriage and family therapist title without a license
This section says that no one can call themselves a marriage and family therapist or licensed marriage and family therapist unless they have a license from the state. The state will investigate and take legal action against people who use these titles without a license. Violators can be fined up to $1,000 for each day they break this rule.
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The statute, as written — Prohibited acts
[Section effective until June 30, 2026. For section effective July 1, 2026, see below.] Except as specifically provided elsewhere in this chapter, no person shall use the title marriage and family therapist or licensed marriage and family therapist without first having secured a license under this chapter. The department shall investigate and prosecute any individual using the title of marriage and family therapist or licensed marriage and family therapist without being properly licensed as a marriage and family therapist. Any person who violates this section shall be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000 per violation. Each day's violation shall be deemed a separate offense. Any action taken to impose or collect the fine imposed under this section shall be a civil action.
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