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: The California State Board of Optometry has learned of a scam targeting our licensees. Scam artists are identifying themselves as California State Board of Optometry staff members or investigators.
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.
Optometrist / Optician News and Resources
- Summer 2023 Edition of the Spectacle - OUT NOW
- CSBO Conviction or Past Disciplinary Action FAQ
- Expedited Licensure for Refugees and Asylees with Special Immigrant Visas
- Optometry / Optician Laws and Regulations Book (note: this book does not contain changes made after February 20, 2020)
- Application Processing Times - Opticians | Optometrists
Consumer News and Resources
Optometry/Opticianry "Breeze" Online services enable you to:
- VERIFY a license or registration,
- FILE a complaint against a licensee or registrant.
- RENEW your license/registration,
- REQUEST a Replacement or Duplicate Certificate
Note: BreEZe functions best when used with Internet Explorer on a desktop computer.
