California Insurance Code & EthicsQuestion 78 of 315
The maximum administrative penalty per act under §790.035 for a willful unfair or deceptive practice may be up to:
a.$1,000 per act
b.$5,000 per act
c.$10,000 per act
d.$25,000 per act
Explanation
§790.035 authorizes the Commissioner to assess civil penalties of up to $5,000 per non-willful act and up to $10,000 per willful act of an unfair or deceptive practice.
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