Alabama Accounting (CPA) CE audits & penalties
What happens if a certified public accountant misses CE requirements in Alabama, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.
Failing to apply for an annual permit to practice or inactive status within 6 months of expiration is grounds for revocation or suspension of the certificate, absent reasonable cause; the board may then impose a reinstatement fee up to $100 plus all missed annual registration fees and late penalties (Ala. Code section 34-1-11).Verify with board
How compliance is checked
The Board verifies CPE compliance on a test basis; licensees must maintain written evidence of completion for 5 years after each learning activity. A failed CPE audit triggers automatic audits for two additional fiscal years, and a failed follow-up audit may lead to disciplinary action (Ala. Admin. Code r. 30-X-5).
Official source: Alabama Administrative Code 30-X-5 (Alabama Legislature)
Related
- Full requirements: Alabama Accounting (CPA) CE requirements
- When it's due: Alabama Accounting (CPA) license renewal deadline
- Know what counts: Alabama Accounting (CPA) CE category requirements
- What it costs: Alabama Accounting (CPA) license renewal fees
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