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CONTRACTORS

AB 370 (Chap. 319); amends B&P sections 7028 and 7028.16

Background: Unlicensed contractors are subject to criminal penalties.

The new law: Increases the penalties against unlicensed contractors. Additionally, if an unlicensed contractor is convicted of any violation under this statute, a person who hired the unlicensed contractor is considered a crime victim of crime and is eligible for restitution of economic losses.

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For more information:
County of Los Angeles Department of Consumer Affairs
B-96 Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration
500 W. Temple Street * Los Angeles, CA 90012-2706
Telephone (800) 593-8222 (within the County) * (213) 974-1452
Web site: dca.lacounty.gov