31   Unauthorised persons not to prescribe restricted substances

(cf cl 34 of P&TG Reg 1994)

(1)  A person must not issue a prescription for a restricted substance unless authorised to do so by this clause.

(2)  A medical practitioner, nurse practitioner, midwife practitioner, dentist, optometrist or veterinary practitioner may issue a prescription for a restricted substance.

Maximum penalty: 15 penalty units.