Lecture 1 Flashcards
Why are there laws? (4)
- A form of social control
- Permits, prohibits, or requires action
- Enforceable by government power
- Specifies penalties for violation
Civil penalties vs. Criminal penalties
- Civil: Usual ends up being fines
- Criminal penalties: Usually end up being jail time
Where do laws come from?
5
- Constitution
- Treaties
- Legislation (Statutes - ORS)
- Government Agencies (Rules OARS)
- Common Law (written opinion by the courts)
How are laws created?
- Acts of the US Congress/State Legislatures
- Decisions of administrative agencies
- Decisions in courts
What are types of laws made by the US Congress/ State Legislatures? (3)
Examples?
– Statutes
– Constitutional amendments
– Treaties (federal only)
– DEA, FDA, Boards
What are types of laws made by administrative agencies?
– Regulations
– Advisory opinions
– Enforcement guides
What are examples of federal agencies that deal with pharmacy laws?
– US Congress
– US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
– US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)`
What are examples of state agencies that deal with pharmacy laws?
– State Legislature (Statutes - ORS)
– Oregon Board of Pharmacy (Rules - OAR)
What is the mission of the Oregon Board of Pharmacy?
…to promote, preserve and protect public health, safety and welfare by ensuring high standards in the practice of pharmacy and by regulating the quality, manufacture, sale and distribution of drugs.
Pharmacy is a ____________________ profession.
Pharmacy is a “self-regulated” profession
Board of Pharmacy enforces _________.
Board of Pharmacy enforces regulations.
How are the State Legislature and Board of Pharmacy Related?
- Legislature grants power to the board
- Legislature controls the Board’s budget
How do members get on the board?
Board members are appointed by the governor and approved by the Senate
Who does the Board of Pharmacy report to?
The Governor
What are the two categories that practice of pharmacy laws fall in Oregon?
-Statutes and Rules