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The state of California claims that the largest underground illegal network is unlicensed contractors, more so than drugs. The Contractors State License Board SWIFT (Statewide Investigative Fraud Team) makes arrests daily. Fines and punishments are based on the scope of the work estimated. If you are self-employed and in construction and you charge more than $500 for a project, you are considered to be illegally working under the capacity of a licensed contractor. Unfortunately, the state treats these crimes as misdemeanors and/or felonies, just like theft or violent crimes. To avoid a legal mess, christian louboutin-pumps-outlet worth putting in a little time and effort towards becoming a licensed contractor. It's easier than you might think. Below is a Q&A outline with most of the basic questions asked about getting a license. Q: Who can get a license? A: You must be over 18 years of age, have 4 years experience in construction (or some college and 2 years experience). You should have someone who can verify or "sign off" on your years of experience. Q: How do I apply for a contractors license? A: Applications are available online through the Contractors State License Board. The state fee for your application is $250 christian louboutin outlet. Q: What happens after I apply? A: The State of California will review your application, request a live-scan background check and issue you a test date. Q: What's a live-scan background check? A: You will be finger printed for a criminal background check with the DOJ and FBI. If you are free of any "serious crimes" and do not owe child support or have warrants, you should not have any problems passing the background check. Q: How long after I apply is my test date? A: Dates vary but the average is anywhere from 2 to 3 months from the date you mail in your application. Q: What's on the contractors license test Christian outlet? A: There are two parts to all contractors license tests except "specialty licenses" such as garage door and window installation where only the law portion of the test is required. The first part of the test is the Law & Business test and the second part is a trade test (general B, electrician, plumber, tile, etc.). Each test consist of 100+ questions. You are given 2.5 hours to complete each part of the test. Re-tests are available should you be unsuccessful on your first attempt. Q: How do I prepare for the test? A: Reading material for the Law & Business portion of the test is supplied free by the State. Reading material for the trade portion of the tests is not provided but practice tests are available. Q: How do I obtain practice tests Pumps outlet? Practice tests for both the law and trade are available online and through various contractor schools. Q: What happens after I pass the test? A: Congratulations, you are a licensed contractor!