California · Business and Professions Code - BPC
BPC §1647.23: The fee for an application for initial certification or renewal under this article shall not exceed the amount necessary to cover administration and enforcement costs incurred by the board in carrying
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Application fees for initial certification or renewal cannot exceed the board's actual administration and enforcement costs.
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