California § 26034 - All accusations against licensees shall be filed by the department within five ye

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§ 26034. All accusations against licensees shall be filed by the department within five ye

All accusations against licensees shall be filed by the department within five years after the performance of the act or omission alleged as the ground for disciplinary action; provided, however, that the foregoing provision shall not constitute a defense to an accusation alleging fraud or misrepresentation as a ground for disciplinary action. The cause for disciplinary action in that case shall not be deemed to have accrued until discovery, by the department, of the facts constituting the fraud or misrepresentation, and, in that case, the accusation shall be filed within five years after that discovery.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 26034

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 26034 cover?

Section 26034 ("All accusations against licensees shall be filed by the department within five ye") 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 § 26034?

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Is this the official text of California law?

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How does California § 26034 apply to my situation?

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