California · Business and Professions Code - BPC

BPC §25684: The failure of a licensee to comply with this article shall be grounds for disciplinary action.

Civil

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Failure to comply with this article may result in disciplinary action against a licensee, but violations are not criminal offenses.

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The failure of a licensee to comply with this article shall be grounds for disciplinary action. A violation of this article shall not be grounds for any criminal action, pursuant to this division, against a licensee or an agent or employee of a licensee.

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