89.079 Unauthorized practice.
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89.079 Unauthorized practice.
(1)The department may conduct investigations, hold hearings, and make findings as to whether a person has engaged in a practice or used a title without a credential required under this chapter.
(2)If, after holding a public hearing, the department determines that a person has engaged in a practice or used a title without a required credential, the department may issue a special order enjoining the person from continuing the practice or use of the title.
(3)In lieu of holding a public hearing, if the department has reason to believe that a person has engaged in a practice or used a title without a required credential, the department may petition the circuit court for a temporary restraining order or an injunction as provided in ch. 813 .
(a)Any person who violates a special order issued under sub.
(2)may be required to forfeit not more than $10,000 for each offense. Each day of continued violation constitutes a separate offense. The attorney general or any district attorney may commence an action in the name of the state to recover a forfeiture under this paragraph.
(b)Any person who violates a temporary restraining order or an injunction issued by a court upon a petition under sub.
(3)may be fined not less than $25 nor more than $5,000 or imprisoned for not more than one year in the county jail or both.