Chapter 154 — Board of Barber Examiners Created; Terms

154.001 Board of Barber Examiners Created; Terms This law creates Minnesota's Board of Barber Examiners. The board has four barber members and one public member, all … 154.002 Officers; Compensation; Fees; Expenses This law sets up how the Board of Barber Examiners runs its business. The board picks a chair and secretary each year, … 154.003 Fees This law lists all the fees the Board of Barber Examiners charges. Fees include $85 for a barber exam and certificate, … 154.01 Registration Mandatory This law requires everyone who practices barbering in Minnesota to be registered with the Board of Barber Examiners. … 154.02 Definitions This law defines what barbering means in Minnesota. Barbering includes shaving, cutting hair, coloring hair, giving … 154.03 This section was repealed by the Minnesota Legislature in 2016. It is no longer in effect. 154.04 Persons Exempt From Registration This law lists people who do not need a barber registration. Doctors, military medical officers, nurses helping … 154.05 Who May Receive Certificates of Registration as a Registered Barber To become a registered barber in Minnesota, you must finish 10 grades of school, complete 1,500 hours at an approved … 154.06 This section was repealed by the Minnesota Legislature in 2016. It is no longer in effect. 154.065 Barber Schools and Colleges This law sets the requirements for becoming a barber instructor. You must be a high school graduate, complete vocational … 154.07 Barber Schools; Requirements This law sets the rules for barber schools in Minnesota. Students must have completed 10 grades of school. The barber … 154.08 Application; Fee Anyone who wants to take the barber exam must fill out an application form from the Board of Barber Examiners, provide … 154.085 This section was repealed by the Minnesota Legislature in 1991. It is no longer in effect. 154.09 Examinations, Conduct and Scope The Board of Barber Examiners gives barber exams up to six times a year. Students must complete all 1,500 hours at an … 154.10 Application; Certificates of Registration; Fees To get a barber registration, you must apply on the board's forms with proof of your qualifications and pay the required … 154.11 Examination of Nonresident Barbers and Instructors of Barbering and Temporary Military Permits Barbers from other states or countries can get a Minnesota registration. If you have an active license from another … 154.12 This section was repealed by the Minnesota Legislature in 2016. It is no longer in effect. 154.13 This section was repealed by the Minnesota Legislature in 1991. It is no longer in effect. 154.14 Certificates of Registration and Temporary Permits to Be Displayed Every registered barber must display their certificate with a passport-style photo near the chair where they work. … 154.15 Certificates of Registration Must Be Renewed Annually Barbers and instructors must renew their certificates by December 31 each year. Shop registrations must be renewed by … 154.16 This section was repealed by the Minnesota Legislature in 1994. It is no longer in effect. 154.161 Registration; Issuance, Revocation, Suspension, Denial This law gives the Board of Barber Examiners the power to take action against barbers who break the rules. The board can … 154.162 Administrative Penalties This law sets specific penalties the board must impose when inspectors find problems. A missing or lapsed shop … 154.165 This section was repealed by the Minnesota Legislature in 1994. It is no longer in effect. 154.17 This section was repealed by the Minnesota Legislature in 1991. It is no longer in effect. 154.18 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 154.003, which covers barber examination fees. 154.19 Violations This law lists actions that are misdemeanors in the barbering profession. Violations include practicing without … 154.20 Receptacles for Towels Every barber shop must have a container for used towels. After using a towel on a customer, the barber must put it in … 154.21 Perjury Making a false statement on purpose in any oath or affidavit required by the barber registration laws is perjury. … 154.22 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 154.001, which covers the creation of the Board of … 154.23 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 154.002, which covers the officers, compensation, … 154.24 Rules The Board of Barber Examiners can make rules for barber shops and schools, including sanitation and disinfection … 154.25 Not to Serve Certain Persons Barbers cannot knowingly serve a customer who has a dangerous contagious or infectious disease. People who have such … 154.26 Municipalities; Regulation Authorized Cities in Minnesota can pass their own laws to control when barber shops open and close. This is in addition to any … 154.27 Misrepresentation You cannot call yourself a barber, advertise as a barber, or use the title 'barber shop' unless you are properly … 154.28 Symbols; Barber Pole You cannot put a barber pole outside your business unless you have a valid barber shop registration. A barber pole is … 154.40 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.21, which covers the policy behind … 154.41 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.22, which covers the prohibition on … 154.42 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.23, which covers cosmetology definitions. 154.43 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.24, which covers the administration of the … 154.44 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.25, which covers cosmetology fees and license … 154.45 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.26, which covers the Board of Cosmetologist … 154.46 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.27, which covers cosmetology practitioner … 154.465 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.28, which covers hair braiding exemptions … 154.47 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.29, which covers salon licensing … 154.48 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.30, which covers cosmetology school licensing … 154.49 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.31, which covers cosmetology inspections. 154.50 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.32, which covers display of cosmetology … 154.51 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.33, which covers cosmetology enforcement and … 154.52 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.34, which covers exceptions to cosmetology … 154.53 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.35, which covers service of process … 154.54 This section has been renumbered. Its content is now found at section 155A.36, which covers penalties for cosmetology … 155A.21 Policy The Minnesota Legislature finds that cosmetology licensing protects public health and safety because cosmetologists use … 155A.22 Prohibition; Limitation It is against the law to practice cosmetology, run a cosmetology school, or operate a salon in Minnesota unless you … 155A.23 Definitions This law defines key terms used in Minnesota cosmetology law. Cosmetology means the care of hair, nails, and skin for … 155A.24 Administration The Board of Cosmetologist Examiners has the power to run all aspects of cosmetology licensing. The board can hire staff … 155A.25 Cosmetology Fees; License Expiration Date This law lists all cosmetology fees in Minnesota. A new practitioner license costs $195, renewal is $115, and a new … 155A.26 Rules The Board of Cosmetologist Examiners can create and adopt rules under the state's administrative procedures (chapter 14) … 155A.27 Practitioner You need a license to practice cosmetology in Minnesota as a cosmetologist, esthetician, hair technician, nail … 155A.28 Hair Braiding Hair braiding is exempt from cosmetology licensing in Minnesota. Hair braiding means manipulating hair by beading, … 155A.29 Salons Cosmetology services for pay must be provided by a licensed person in a licensed salon. Salons must comply with health … 155A.30 Schools Anyone running a cosmetology school in Minnesota must be licensed. Schools must meet standards for course content, … 155A.31 Inspections The Board of Cosmetologist Examiners inspects licensed salons and schools to make sure they follow the law. The board … 155A.32 Display of License Every cosmetology license holder must display their license where the public can see it in their place of business. 155A.33 Enforcement This law gives the Board of Cosmetologist Examiners the power to enforce cosmetology laws. The board can seek court … 155A.34 Services Excepted; Emergency The cosmetology licensing law does not apply to free emergency services, domestic (household) services, or the practice … 155A.35 Appointment of Agent for Service of Process Any nonresident person or business that practices cosmetology in Minnesota must name a Minnesota resident as their agent … 155A.36 Violations; Penalties Violating any part of the cosmetology licensing laws (sections 155A.21 to 155A.36) is a misdemeanor criminal offense.