California State Contractors License Law and Business Test Study Guide New Update 2024

California State Contractors License Law and Business Test Study Guide New Update 2024 Who must be licensed as a contractor? - ANS-Anyone who constructs or alters on any job that costs 500 dollars or more. How old do your have to be to get a contractors license. - ANS-18 What are the types of licenses issued. - ANS-Individual, partnership, or corporation licenses. Joint Venture licenses are made up of 2 individual active licenses for a specific purpose. Does California recognize contractors licenses from other states or countries? - ANS-No What charge is it to contract without a license? - ANS-Misdemeanor, meaning potential jail time, fines and administrative fines Are there educational requirements to obtain a contractors license? - ANS-No Can technical training and apprenticeship training substitute the required training required for the 4 years needed. - ANS-Yes. As long as the applicant has a minimum of 1 year of practical experience. Are all applicants required to submit to a background check? - ANS-Yes What are the total fees I must pay to obtain a contractor license? - ANS-$480.00. The non-refundable processing fee of $300 and the two year initial license fee of $180. Current fees are printed on the application forms and notices. How often do I have to renew my license? - CONTINUES...