California Architect CE audits & penalties

What happens if a architect misses CE requirements in California, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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Noncompliance with CE requirements may result in citation, monetary penalty, or disciplinary action. The Board conducts random compliance audits. Certificate-retention period not confirmed on the official CE page.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

Random compliance audits; CE records must be retained for the period the Board requires.

Official source: California Architects Board

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