C.R.S. § 12-280-101: Public interest - rules.

The practice of pharmacy is a professional practice affecting the public health, safety, and welfare and is subject to regulation and control in the public interest. It is a matter of public interest and concern that the practice of pharmacy, as defined in this article 280, merits and receives the confidence of the public, and that only qualified persons be permitted to practice pharmacy in this state. This article 280 is liberally construed to carry out these objects and purposes. Pursuant to these standards and obligations, the state board of pharmacy may adopt rules of professional conduct in accordance with article 4 of title 24.