Business & LicensingQuestion 419 of 1605
A contractor's license has been expired for six years. To resume contracting, the contractor must:
a.Pay only a small renewal fee plus a late penalty
b.Request that the old license number be reactivated
c.Wait until the license has been expired for ten years
d.Submit a new application and satisfy all current licensing requirements
Explanation
Under §7141.5, a license that has been expired for more than five years generally cannot be renewed. The contractor must apply as a new applicant and meet all current requirements, which may include retaking examinations.
Law Reference: Bus. & Prof. Code §7141.5Practice all 1605 questions free — no signup required.
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