CSLB California Contractor Law and Regulations

Question 1

Under California Business and Professions Code, what is the maximum civil penalty the CSLB can impose for an unlicensed contractor citation?

Accepted Answer

$15,000

Answer

$2,500

Answer

$5,000

Answer

$10,000

Question 2

Which California code primarily governs the licensing of contractors in California?

Accepted Answer

California Business and Professions Code

Answer

California Labor Code

Answer

California Civil Code

Answer

California Health and Safety Code

Question 3

What is the minimum dollar threshold for a project that requires a contractor to hold a valid CSLB license?

Accepted Answer

$1,000

Answer

$100

Answer

$500

Answer

$5,000

Question 4

How long does an unlicensed contractor have to request a hearing after receiving a CSLB citation?

Accepted Answer

30 days

Answer

15 days

Answer

60 days

Answer

90 days

Question 5

Under California law, an unlicensed contractor who performs work requiring a license may NOT:

Accepted Answer

Sue in court to collect payment for the work

Answer

Hire subcontractors

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Purchase materials tax-exempt

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Advertise services online

Question 6

Which entity administers the CSLB and oversees contractor licensing in California?

Accepted Answer

Department of Consumer Affairs

Answer

Department of Industrial Relations

Answer

Department of Housing and Community Development

Answer

Office of the Attorney General