Oregon Accounting (CPA) CE audits & penalties

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

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Failure to respond to a Notice of CPE audit and all follow-up within 21 days carries a $250 civil penalty; all payments received after Board deadlines (renewals, applications, civil penalties) are considered late and assessed a late penalty (OAR ch. 801, tracked-changes filing). The Board may also recover contested-case costs (AG fees, hearing, investigation, expert witness).Verify with board

How compliance is checked

The Board conducts CPE audits of licensees; licensees must produce CPE documentation upon notice.

Official source: Oregon Board of Accountancy - tracked changes filing, OAR ch. 801 fee/penalty schedule (official, 12/31/25)

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