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Which of the following is TRUE about California's usury law compared to other states?

Correct Answer

B) California's usury limit is set by the state Constitution, making it harder to change than statutory limits in most other states

California's usury limit is established by Article XV of the state Constitution, not by statute. This makes it significantly harder to change because constitutional amendments require either a ballot initiative or a two-thirds legislative vote plus voter approval, unlike simple statutory changes in most states.

Answer Options
A
California's usury limit is set by statute and can be changed by simple legislative majority
B
California's usury limit is set by the state Constitution, making it harder to change than statutory limits in most other states
C
California has no usury law, relying entirely on federal regulations
D
California's usury limit is set by the DFPI Commissioner annually

Why This Is the Correct Answer

California's usury limit is established by Article XV of the state Constitution, not by statute. This makes it significantly harder to change because constitutional amendments require either a ballot initiative or a two-thirds legislative vote plus voter approval, unlike simple statutory changes in most states.

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