California CodesBusiness and Professions Code - BPCDivision 4 — Real EstatePart 1 — Licensing of PersonsChapter 2 — AdministrationArticle 3 — HearingsSection 10103
The lapsing or suspension of a license by operation of law or by order or decision of the department or a court of law, or the voluntary surrender of a license by a licensee shall not deprive the department of jurisdiction to proceed with any investigation of or action or disciplinary proceeding against such licensee, or to render a decision suspending or revoking such license.
Notes
Allows the department to retain jurisdiction to investigate, discipline, and decide whether to suspend or revoke a license even after the license lapses, is suspended by operation of law, department or court order, or is voluntarily surrendered. The license’s lapse, suspension, or surrender does not deprive the department of the stated jurisdiction.
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