In the absence of a request by the optometrist for voluntary restriction of his or her license as provided in Section 20 of 16.16.24 NMAC (this rule), the board may, in its discretion, initiate proceedings for the restriction, suspension, or revocation of the optometrist’s license in accordance with the Impaired Health Care Provider Act and the Uniform Licensing Act.

[2-15-99; 16.16.24.22 NMAC - Rn, 16 NMAC 16.24.22, 03-15-2001]