# Health Occupations (GHO)

## Title 3. Chiropractors

### Subtitle 3. Licensing

#### Section 3-305.1

(a) The Board may grant a temporary license to an individual who meets the requirements of this section.

(b) To qualify for a temporary license, an applicant shall:

  (1) Submit an application provided by the Board;

  (2) Have graduated from an accredited chiropractic program of study;

  (3) Have begun the process of applying to the Board for a license to practice chiropractic, but not met requirements to qualify for a license;

  (4)

    (i) Have been licensed in another state for at least 2 years preceding the application in the State; or

    (ii) Have graduated from an accredited chiropractic program of study within 6 months preceding the application in the State;

  (5) Have submitted written, verified evidence that the applicant has submitted a criminal history records check in accordance with Sec. 3-302.1 of this subtitle;

  (6) Agree to practice under the direct supervision of a Board-approved supervisor who is a licensed chiropractor while the temporary license is in effect; and

  (7) Pay the temporary license fee set by the Board.

(c) The applicant shall be of good moral character.

(d)

  (1) Unless the Board suspends or revokes a temporary license, each temporary license expires 6 months after the date of issue.

  (2)

    (i) Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, a temporary license may be extended every 90 days.

    (ii) The total length of renewal may not exceed 12 months from the date the original temporary license was issued.

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Md. Code Ann., Health Occ. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)