Maryland Accounting (CPA) CE audits & penalties

What happens if a certified public accountant misses CE requirements in Maryland, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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A reinstatement fee is charged as soon as midnight arrives on the day the license expires, and the board states the fee is not waivable (board licensing FAQs).Verify with board

How compliance is checked

No audit process appears in the available data. Keep your certificates regardless — boards can request proof of completion at renewal or during an investigation.

Official source: Maryland Board of Public Accountancy (licensing FAQs)

⚠️Don't learn this the hard way. Penalties are set by the board and can change — verify against the official source before relying on this summary.

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