(a)
- (1) When the Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling is made aware of a violation or possible violation of Arkansas Code § 17-27-101 et seq., a certified or registered letter with return receipt, showing delivery to addressee only, shall be mailed to the last known address of the person in question requesting that the person cease and desist the practice of counseling without a license.
- (2) The letter will direct attention to pertinent aspects of the law and the rules governing practice of counselors and marriage and family therapists.
- (b) If the cease and desist letter does not induce the person to refrain from practicing, holding himself or herself out to practice, and/or the use of title or activities, in violation, the information shall be forwarded to the appropriate law enforcement authorities.