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An unlicensed person performs $12,000 worth of electrical work. A complaint is filed with CSLB. What is the potential criminal penalty?

Correct Answer

D) Misdemeanor with up to $15,000 fine and/or 6 months jail

Contracting without a license for amounts over $500 is a misdemeanor under B&P Code Section 7028, punishable by up to $15,000 fine and/or 6 months imprisonment.

Answer Options
A
Civil penalty only, no criminal charges
B
Felony with up to $25,000 fine
C
Misdemeanor with up to $5,000 fine
D
Misdemeanor with up to $15,000 fine and/or 6 months jail

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Contracting without a license for amounts over $500 is a misdemeanor under B&P Code Section 7028, punishable by up to $15,000 fine and/or 6 months imprisonment.

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