Business & LicensingQuestion 1361 of 1632
What is the required amount of the contractor's license bond for an active California contractor's license?
a.$12,500
b.$15,000
c.$100,000
d.$25,000
Explanation
Under B&P Code section 7071.6, an active contractor's license must be secured by a $25,000 contractor's license bond filed with the Registrar. This bond protects consumers and specified others harmed by the contractor's violations.
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