Business & LicensingQuestion 1450 of 1605
A contractor renews on time and keeps the license active. How long is the new license term?
a.One year
b.Four years
c.Two years
d.Indefinite
Explanation
Under B&P Code section 7140, licenses are renewed for two-year terms. Timely renewal keeps the license active continuously; the two-year cycle repeats for the life of the license.
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