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New Mexico Accounting (CPA) CE audits & penalties

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

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CPE noncompliance discovered through a random audit carries a minimum $250.00 fine plus any other penalties the board deems appropriate under the Act (16.60.3.15 NMAC). Fraudulent reporting of CPE is a basis for disciplinary action.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

The board audits CPE compliance of no less than 10% of active CPA/RPA licensees annually (where an affidavit is accepted in lieu of a CPE report); licensees must maintain CPE documentation for five years after course completion (16.60.3.15 NMAC).

Official source: N.M. Admin. Code 16.60.3.15 NMAC - CPE (Cornell LII mirror)

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