Kazakhstan mandates registry for psychologists amid potential penalties
Kazakhstan plans to enforce a mandatory state registry for psychologists, with penalties for non-compliance. The proposal, under discussion in the Mazhilis, includes fines and possible criminal charges. This move comes as lawmakers address concerns over unregistered practitioners.
Proposed Legislation
The Mazhilis of Kazakhstan is reviewing a draft law on psychological services that mandates registration for practitioners. According to Tengrinews, the law aims to prevent harm by ensuring only registered psychologists provide services. Deputy Irina Smirnova emphasized the importance of the state registry to regulate the profession.
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Penalties for psychologists not adhering to the registry requirements include fines, corrective labor, and potential imprisonment. As reported by Zakon.kz, Deputy Aina Musralimova noted that existing laws already cover harm caused by unregistered practitioners. The severity of penalties will depend on the harm's extent, with criminal charges possible for intentional harm.
What's Next
The Mazhilis will continue discussions on the draft law in upcoming sessions. The final decision on the penalties and their implementation remains pending.
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Kazakhstan mandates registry for psychologists amid potential penalties
