DBPR Disciplinary Actions and Penalties

Question 1

Which DBPR body has the authority to impose disciplinary action against a licensed Florida contractor?

Accepted Answer

Construction Industry Licensing Board

Answer

The Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) under DBPR has authority to investigate complaints and impose discipline on licensed contractors.

Question 2

What is the most severe disciplinary action DBPR can take against a Florida licensee?

Accepted Answer

Revocation of license

Answer

Revocation permanently removes a licensee's authorization to practice and is the most severe penalty available to DBPR.

Question 3

Under Florida law, which entity investigates complaints filed against DBPR-regulated professionals?

Accepted Answer

DBPR's Division of Regulation

Answer

The Division of Regulation within DBPR investigates consumer complaints against licensed professionals and businesses.

Question 4

What is a 'citation' in the DBPR disciplinary process?

Accepted Answer

A notice of violation with a fixed fine that does not require a formal hearing

Answer

A DBPR citation is an administrative notice imposing a fixed fine for minor violations, allowing resolution without a formal hearing.

Question 5

How long does a Florida licensee typically have to respond to a DBPR administrative complaint?

Accepted Answer

21 days

Answer

Florida administrative procedures generally give licensees 21 days to respond to a DBPR administrative complaint.

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