Business & LicensingQuestion 14 of 1605
A sole proprietor who wants to add a partner to their licensed contracting business must:
a.Simply notify CSLB by phone
b.Have the partner take the law exam only
c.File a new application and the new entity must qualify
d.Do nothing; the license automatically covers new partners
Explanation
Adding a partner changes the business entity, requiring a new license application. The new entity (partnership) must qualify separately. The old sole proprietor license does not transfer.
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