California § 13500 - The commissioner may deny, temporarily or permanently, the privilege of appearing

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§ 13500. The commissioner may deny, temporarily or permanently, the privilege of appearing

The commissioner may deny, temporarily or permanently, the privilege of appearing or practicing before the department in any way to any person, other than an attorney acting in that capacity, who is found by the commissioner, after notice of and opportunity for hearing, to be subject to any of the following: (a) The person does not possess the requisite qualifications to represent others. (b) The person is lacking in character or integrity or has engaged in unethical or improper professional conduct. (c) The person has willfully violated, or willfully aided and abetted the violation of any provision of this code, or the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 13500

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 13500 cover?

Section 13500 ("The commissioner may deny, temporarily or permanently, the privilege of appearing") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite California § 13500?

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Is this the official text of California law?

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How does California § 13500 apply to my situation?

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