New York Accounting (CPA) CE audits & penalties

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

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Failure to meet the requirements of a conditional registration may subject the licensee to prosecution for professional misconduct (NYSED registration renewal addendum).Verify with board

How compliance is checked

The Department may audit continuing education compliance; licensees deficient in CPE may be issued a conditional registration valid for one year (not renewable) to complete the missing CPE hours plus the regular CPE requirement (8 NYCRR 70.8).

Official source: NYSED - Public Accountancy Registration Renewal Addendum (conditional registration)

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