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New Jersey Accounting (CPA) CE audits & penalties

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

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Under N.J.S.A. 45:1-14, a license not renewed within 30 days of expiration is suspended without a hearing; N.J.A.C. 13:29-1.5 sets reinstatement at $150.00 plus all past delinquent fees. Continuing to practice with a suspended license is unlicensed practice subject to N.J.S.A. 45:1-25 penalties.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: N.J. Admin. Code § 13:29-1.5 - Fees (Cornell LII mirror); N.J.S.A. 45:1-14, 45:1-25

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