Maryland Optometry (OD) CE audits & penalties
What happens if a optometrist misses CE requirements in Maryland, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.
After the expiration date the Board sends a notice stating the license will expire 30 days after the notice unless renewed within the grace period; the $100 late fee applies if received within the grace period. Expired less than 5 years: reinstatement requires meeting CE/renewal requirements plus a $50 reinstatement fee and renewal fees for each year lapsed. Expired 5+ years: new-license requirements. Beginning August 1, 2026, renewal and reinstatement require a criminal history records check.Verify with board
How compliance is checked
No audit process appears in the available data. Keep your certificates regardless — boards can request proof of completion at renewal or during an investigation.
Official source: Maryland Department of Health, Board of Examiners in Optometry – COMAR 10.28.07; Health Occupations Art. 11-309/11-310 (HB1420 2026)
Related
- Full requirements: Maryland Optometry (OD) CE requirements
- When it's due: Maryland Optometry (OD) license renewal deadline
- Know what counts: Maryland Optometry (OD) CE category requirements
- What it costs: Maryland Optometry (OD) license renewal fees
⚠️Don't learn this the hard way. Penalties are set by the board and can change — verify against the official source before relying on this summary.
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