Washington Accounting (CPA) CE audits & penalties
What happens if a certified public accountant misses CE requirements in Washington, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.
Renewal applications filed May 1-June 30 incur a $100 late fee; failure to renew by June 30 lapses the credential. Reinstatement of a lapsed license requires 120 CPE hours in the 36 months preceding application and a $480 reinstatement fee.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: WA Board of Accountancy - CPE extension/renewal guidance (official)
Related
- Full requirements: Washington Accounting (CPA) CE requirements
- When it's due: Washington Accounting (CPA) license renewal deadline
- Know what counts: Washington Accounting (CPA) CE category requirements
- What it costs: Washington Accounting (CPA) license renewal fees
⚠️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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