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Tex. Occupations Code § 258.053

USE OF CERTAIN DRUGS

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Tex. Occupations Code § 258.053, USE OF CERTAIN DRUGS, Texas, version 1 as recorded 2026-07-09, yourstate.us, https://yourstate.us/provision/698661
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(a) In this section, "narcotic drugs," "dangerous drugs," and "controlled substances" have the meanings defined or recognized by federal law or the law of this state. (b) A dentist may not: (1) prescribe, provide, obtain, order, administer, possess, dispense, give, or deliver to or for any person a narcotic drug, dangerous drug, or controlled substance: (A) that is not necessary or required; or (B) the use or possession of which would promote addiction to the drug or substance; or (2) aid, abet, or cause another person to engage in an action described by Subdivision (1).