(1) The Office of General Counsel shall be divided into two distinct divisions: the Disciplinary Division and the Administrative Division.
- (a) The Disciplinary Division shall be responsible for handling investigations, enforcement, and resolution of disciplinary matters on behalf of the Board.
- (b) The Administrative Division shall be responsible for administrative non-disciplinary functions of the board, including providing advice to and answering questions from prospective or current holders of licenses, permits, certificates, or registrations regarding statutory and regulatory compliance. The board shall ensure that any inquiries seeking advice or guidance regarding compliance with a statute or rule is addressed by the administrative division and is not disclosed to the disciplinary division unless an attorney reasonably believes a criminal violation may have occurred.
Author: Alabama Board of Pharmacy
Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §34-23-93.
History: New Rule: Published April 30, 2026; effective June 14, 2026.