California AB659 prohibits clergy with a Master of Divinity from using "MDiv" or "M.D.i.v." titles in a way that could confuse them with a physician.

California AB659 amends the Business and Professions Code to add a new section prohibiting individuals with a Master of Divinity from using titles "MDiv" or "M.D.i.v." in any communication or advertisement related to their practice unless the titles are clearly distinguishable from "MD" or "M.D." This aims to prevent confusion with the titles used by physicians and surgeons. Violators of this section are not subject to criminal penalties.

California AB659 prohibits clergy with a Master of Divinity from using "MDiv" or "M.D.i.v." titles in a way that could confuse them with a physician.

California AB659 amends the Business and Professions Code to add a new section prohibiting individuals with a Master of Divinity from using titles "MDiv" or "M.D.i.v." in any communication or advertisement related to their practice unless the titles are clearly distinguishable from "MD" or "M.D." This aims to prevent confusion with the titles used by physicians and surgeons. Violators of this section are not subject to criminal penalties.