Public WorksQuestion 124 of 1605
If a contractor pays less than the required prevailing wage on a public works project, the contractor may face:
a.A warning only
b.An automatic CSLB license revocation
c.No consequence if the worker agreed to the lower rate
d.Liability for back wages plus penalties assessed by the Labor Commissioner
Explanation
A contractor who underpays prevailing wage is liable for the wage shortfall plus penalties assessed by the Labor Commissioner, and may be barred (debarred) from bidding on future public works.
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