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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 13Pt. 2Ch. 7Art. 2§ 18055 License And Penalty Fees

§ 18055 License And Penalty Fees

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§ 18055 License And Penalty Fees

Key Takeaways

  • •You have to pay fees to get or renew a business license.
  • •If you don’t pay the fees or penalties, the department can refuse to renew your license.
  • •If you don’t apply for a license on time, you’ll have to pay an extra 50% of the license fee as a penalty.

Example

You own a small bakery and need to renew your business license every year.

If you forget to pay the renewal fee on time, the department can say no to renewing your license. Also, if you didn’t apply for the license when you first opened your bakery, you’ll have to pay the normal fee plus an extra 50% of that fee as a penalty.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 18055 License And Penalty Fees

(a)  The department may require that fees shall be paid to the department for the issuance or renewal of a license to do business as a licensee. The fees shall reimburse the department for costs incurred in administration and enforcement of this chapter. The department may refuse to renew a license if a licensee has failed to pay any fees or penalties due the department pursuant to this part. (b)  Any person required to be licensed under this chapter who fails to make application for a license when required shall, in addition to the fees required pursuant to subdivision (a), pay a penalty of 50 percent of the license fee. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 394, Sec. 5. Effective January 1, 1997.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

enforcementpenaltylicensethe california departmentbusiness oversightissuanceadministrationapplication

Related Statutes

  • § 18054.7 Occupational License Renewal Terms
  • § 18052 Temporary License Permits
  • § 18052.6 Temporary Salesperson License Certificate
  • § 18053 License Reapplication After Revocation
  • § 18056.4 Dealer License Education Requirement

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 18055.
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