It shall be unlawful for any person in this State to practice medicine or osteopathy, within the meaning of this article, in violation of the provisions of this article, and anyone violating any provisions thereof shall, upon conviction by any court of competent jurisdiction, be fined not more than one thousand dollars or imprisoned for a period of not more than two years, or both, in the discretion of the court. Each violation shall constitute a separate offense. The provisions of this section shall apply to any corporation, association or person aiding or abetting in any violation of this article.