The California State Board of Optometry protects the health and safety of California consumers through licensing and regulation of the practices of Optometry and Opticianry.
Scam Alert: November 2025 – The California State Board of Optometry is aware of ongoing fraud schemes targeting licensees.
Consumer Alert: FDA warns consumers not to purchase or use EzriCare
Artificial Tears, Dr.
Berne's MSM Drops 5% Solution or LightEyez MSM Eye Drops - Eye Repair, due to potential
contamination.
FDA
is warning consumers not to purchase and to immediately stop using 26 over–the–counter eye
drop products due to the potential risk of eye infections that could result in partial vision loss
or blindness. Patients who have signs or symptoms of an eye infection after using these products should
talk to their health care provider or seek medical care immediately.
SkillBridge Update:
Expedited Licensure Application Processing for Service Members Enrolled in
Skillbridge
Optometrist / Optician News and Resources
- Notice of CURES Fee Increase
- Board Releases 2024 Laws and Regulations Book
- Spring 2026 Edition of The Spectacle – OUT NOW
- CSBO Conviction or Past Disciplinary Action FAQ
- Expedited Licensure for Refugees and Asylees with Special Immigrant Visas
- Notice to Licensees Regarding CURES Version Update
- Application Processing Times – Opticians | Optometrists
























