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CA Bus & Prof Code § 5537.5 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 3 - Application of Chapter|Section 5537.5.

5537.5.  A civil engineer authorized to use that title under the provisions of Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 6700), insofar as he or she practices the profession for which he or she is registered, is exempt from the provisions of this chapter, except that a civil engineer may not use the title “architect,” unless he or she holds a license as required in this chapter.(Added by renumbering Section 5537.4 by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1327, Sec. 8.5.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5537.6 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 3 - Application of Chapter|Section 5537.6.

5537.6.  A landscape architect registered under the provisions of Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 5615), insofar as he or she practices the profession for which he or she is registered, is exempt from the provisions of this chapter, except that a landscape architect may not use the title “architect,” exclusive of the word “landscape,” unless he or she holds a license as required in this chapter.(Added by renumbering Section 5537.5 by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1327, Sec. 9.5.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5537.7 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 3 - Application of Chapter|Section 5537.7.

5537.7.  A land surveyor licensed under the provisions of Chapter 15 (commencing with Section 8700) of Division 3, insofar as he or she practices the profession for which he or she is licensed under Chapter 15 of Division 3, is exempt from the provisions of this chapter, except that a land surveyor may not use the title “architect,” unless he or she holds a license as required in this chapter.(Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1327, Sec. 11.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5538 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 3 - Application of Chapter|Section 5538.

5538.  This chapter does not prohibit any person from furnishing either alone or with contractors, if required by Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 7000) of Division 3, labor and materials, with or without plans, drawings, specifications, instruments of service, or other data covering such labor and materials to be used for any of the following:(a) For nonstructural or nonseismic storefronts, interior alterations or additions, fixtures, cabinetwork, furniture, or other appliances or equipment.(b) For any nonstructural or nonseismic work necessary to provide for their installation.(c) For any nonstructural or nonseismic alterations or additions to any building necessary to or attendant upon the installation of those storefronts, interior alterations or additions, fixtures, cabinetwork, furniture, appliances, or equipment, provided those alterations do not change or affect the structural system or safety of the building.(Amended by Stats. 1990, Ch. 396, Sec. 2.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5550 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 4 - Issuance of Certificates|Section 5550.

5550.  Subject to the rules and regulations governing examinations, any person who meets the qualifications set forth in this article shall be entitled to an examination for a license to practice architecture. Before taking the examination he or she shall file his or her application therefor with the board and pay the application fee fixed by this chapter. The fee shall be retained by the board.(Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1405, Sec. 13.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5550.1 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 4 - Issuance of Certificates|Section 5550.1.

5550.1.  An applicant for a license to practice architecture shall be required, as part of the examination for licensure, to demonstrate to the board’s satisfaction his or her knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in exterior and interior barrier free design.The board shall include questions regarding exterior and interior barrier free design as part of the examination. Those questions shall periodically be reviewed by the board in order to ensure that the examination reflects current regulations and the latest developments in barrier free design.(Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 566, Sec. 6.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5550.2 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 4 - Issuance of Certificates|Section 5550.2.

5550.2.  Notwithstanding subdivision (b) of Section 5552, the board may grant eligibility to take the licensure examination to a candidate enrolled in a degree program accepted by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards that integrates the licensure degree experience and examination components required under this chapter. The eligibility point shall be determined by that degree program.(Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 634, Sec. 3. (SB 1479) Effective January 1, 2017.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5550.3 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 4 - Issuance of Certificates|Section 5550.3.

5550.3.  (a) Notwithstanding Section 111, the board may adopt guidelines for the delegation of its authority to grade the examinations of applicants for licensure to any vendor under contract to the board for provision of an architect’s registration examination. The guidelines shall be within the board’s legal authority to establish the standards for registration in this state, and shall include, but not be limited to:(1) Goals for the appropriate content, development, grading, and administration of an examination, against which the vendor’s rules and procedures can be judged.(2) Procedures through which the board can reasonably assure itself that the vendor adequately meets the goals established by the board.(b) The board shall not delegate its authority to grade the examinations of candidates for registration in this state to any vendor or any party not in compliance with Section 111 or with the guidelines established in subdivision (a).(Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 204, Sec. 2.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5550.5 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 4 - Issuance of Certificates|Section 5550.5.

5550.5.  Notwithstanding Section 30 of this code or Section 17520 of the Family Code, the board may accept for processing an application from an individual for an original or renewed license to practice architecture containing an individual tax identification number, or other appropriate identification number as determined by the board, in lieu of a social security number, if the individual is not eligible for a social security account number at the time of application and is not in noncompliance with a judgment or order for support pursuant to Section 17520 of the Family Code.(Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 317, Sec. 2. (AB 1822) Effective January 1, 2013.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5551 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 4 - Issuance of Certificates|Section 5551.

5551.  If the applicant’s examination is satisfactory, and if no charges of having resorted to deception in obtaining the license, or any other violation of the provisions of this chapter have been filed with the board, upon the payment of the license fee fixed by this chapter, the board shall issue a license to the applicant showing that the person named therein is entitled to practice architecture in this state, in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.(Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 14.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5552 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 4 - Issuance of Certificates|Section 5552.

5552.  The applicant for a license to practice architecture shall:(a) Not have committed acts or crimes constituting grounds for denial of a license under Section 480.(b) Furnish evidence of having completed eight years of training and educational experience in architectural work. A five-year degree from a school of architecture approved by the board shall be deemed equivalent to five years of training and educational experience in architectural work.(Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 15.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5552.1 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 4 - Issuance of Certificates|Section 5552.1.

5552.1.  (a) Pursuant to Section 144, beginning January 1, 2021, the board has the authority to obtain and receive criminal history information. The information obtained as a result of the fingerprinting shall be used in accordance with Section 11105 of the Penal Code and to determine whether the applicant is subject to denial of a license pursuant to Division 1.5 (commencing with Section 475) or Sections 5560 and 5577.(b) As a condition of application for a license, each applicant shall furnish to the Department of Justice a full set of fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a criminal history record check and to undergo a state and federal level criminal offender record information search conducted through the Department of Justice.(c) The board shall request from the Department of Justice subsequent arrest notification service, pursuant to Section 11105 of the Penal Code.(d) The applicant shall pay for the reasonable regulatory costs for furnishing the fingerprints and conducting the searches.(e) The applicant shall certify, under penalty of perjury, when applying for a license, whether the applicant’s fingerprints have been furnished to the Department of Justice in compliance with this section.(f) Failure to comply with the requirements of this section renders the application for a license incomplete, and the application shall not be considered until the applicant demonstrates compliance with all of the requirements of this section.(g) Notwithstanding any other law, the results of any criminal offender record information request by either state or federal law enforcement authorities shall not be released by the board except in accordance with state and federal requirements.(h) This section applies to all applicants subject to this chapter and subdivision (i).(i) As used in this section, the term “applicant” is limited to an initial applicant who has never been registered or licensed by the board or to an applicant for a new licensure or registration category.(j) As a condition of petitioning the board for reinstatement of a revoked or surrendered license, an applicant shall comply with subdivision (a).(Amended by Stats. 2020, Ch. 370, Sec. 6. (SB 1371) Effective January 1, 2021.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5552.5 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 4 - Issuance of Certificates|Section 5552.5.

5552.5.  The board may, by regulation, implement an architectural education and training experience or internship program.(Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 376, Sec. 9. (SB 608) Effective January 1, 2020.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5553 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 4 - Issuance of Certificates|Section 5553.

5553.  Issuance of a license may be denied if evidence is received by the board of the commission or doing by the applicant of any act which, if committed or done by the holder of a license, would be grounds for the suspension or revocation of that license. The proceedings under this section shall be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 11500) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code.(Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 16.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5554 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 4 - Issuance of Certificates|Section 5554.

5554.  The certificate shall contain the name of the person to whom issued. Proper index and record of each certificate shall be kept by the board.(Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1405, Sec. 16.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5555 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 4 - Issuance of Certificates|Section 5555.

5555.  Licenses to practice architecture remain in full force until revoked or suspended for cause, or until they expire, as provided in this chapter.(Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 17.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5557 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 4 - Issuance of Certificates|Section 5557.

5557.  A duplicate license to practice architecture, replacing one which has been lost, destroyed, or mutilated, may be issued subject to the rules and regulations of the board. The duplicate license fee fixed by this chapter shall be charged for that issuance.(Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 18.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5558 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 4 - Issuance of Certificates|Section 5558.

5558.  Each person holding a license to practice architecture under this chapter shall file with the board his or her current mailing address and the proper and current name and address of the entity through which he or she provides architectural services. For purposes of this section, “entity” means any individual, firm, corporation, or limited liability partnership.(Added by Stats. 2001, Ch. 313, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2002.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5560 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 5 - Disciplinary Proceedings|Section 5560.

5560.  The board may upon its own motion, and shall upon the verified complaint in writing of any person, investigate the actions of any architect and may temporarily suspend or permanently revoke, the license of any architect who is guilty of, or commits one or more of, the acts or omissions constituting grounds for disciplinary action under this chapter.(Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 184, Sec. 9. Effective January 1, 1997.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5561 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 5 - Disciplinary Proceedings|Section 5561.

5561.  All accusations against licensees charging the holder of a license issued under this chapter with the commission of any act constituting a cause for disciplinary action shall be filed with the board within five years after the board discovers, or through the use of reasonable diligence should have discovered, the act or omission alleged as the ground for disciplinary action, whichever occurs first, but not more than 10 years after the act or omission alleged as the ground for disciplinary action. However, with respect to an accusation alleging a violation of Section 5579, the accusation may be filed within three years after the discovery by the board of the alleged facts constituting the fraud or misrepresentation prohibited by Section 5579.(Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 20.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5561.5 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 5 - Disciplinary Proceedings|Section 5561.5.

5561.5.  The proceedings for the suspension or revocation of licenses under this article shall be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 11500) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, and the board shall have all the powers granted therein.(Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 21.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5565 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 5 - Disciplinary Proceedings|Section 5565.

5565.  The decision may:(a) Provide for the immediate complete suspension by the holder of the license of all operations as an architect during the period fixed by the decision.(b) Permit the holder of the license to complete any or all contracts for the performance of architectural services shown by evidence taken at the hearing to be then unfinished.(c) Impose upon the holder of the license compliance with any specific conditions as may be just in connection with his or her operations as an architect disclosed at the hearing, and may further provide that until those conditions are complied with no application for restoration of the suspended or revoked license shall be accepted by the board.(d) Assess a fine not in excess of five thousand dollars ($5,000) against the holder of a license for any of the causes specified in Section 5577. A fine may be assessed in lieu of, or in addition to, a suspension or revocation. All fines collected pursuant to this subdivision shall be deposited to the credit of the California Architects Board Fund.(Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1054, Sec. 13. Effective January 1, 2001.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5570 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 5 - Disciplinary Proceedings|Section 5570.

5570.  In any proceeding for review by a court, the court may, in its discretion, upon the filing of a proper bond by the holder of the license in an amount to be fixed by the court, guaranteeing the compliance by the holder of the license with specific conditions imposed upon him or her by the board’s decision, if any, permit the holder of the license to continue to practice as an architect pending entry of judgment by the court in the case. There shall be no stay of the board’s decision pending an appeal or review of any proceeding unless the appellant or applicant for review shall file a bond in all respects conditioned as, and similar to, the bond required to stay the effect of the board’s decision in the first instance.(Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 24.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5571 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 5 - Disciplinary Proceedings|Section 5571.

5571.  A judgment of suspension or cancellation of a certificate by the superior court shall be subject to appeal or review in accordance with the provisions of law as to appeal from or review of judgments of superior courts.There shall be no stay of execution or enforcement of the judgment pending any proceedings on appeal or review unless the appellant or applicant for review shall file a bond in all respects conditioned as, and similar to, the bond required to stay the effect of the board’s decision in the first instance.The clerk of the court whose judgment has become final shall, within 10 days after its entry, transmit, by regular United States mail, to the executive officer of the board a notice containing information as to the affirmance, modification, or reversal of the judgment of the superior court in the matter.(Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 47, Sec. 47. Effective March 21, 1984.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5573 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 5 - Disciplinary Proceedings|Section 5573.

5573.  After suspension of a license upon any of the grounds set forth in this chapter, the board may reinstate the license upon proof of compliance by the architect with all provisions of the decision as to reinstatement or, in the absence of that decision or any provisions therein as to reinstatement, in the sound discretion of the board. A license which has been suspended is subject to expiration and shall be renewed as provided in this chapter, but that renewal does not entitle the holder of the license, while the license remains suspended and until it is reinstated, to practice architecture, or to engage in any other activity or conduct in violation of the order or judgment by which the license was suspended.A revoked license is subject to expiration as provided in this chapter, but it may not be renewed. If it is reinstated after its expiration, the holder of the license, as a condition precedent to its reinstatement, shall pay a reinstatement fee in an amount equal to the renewal fee in effect on the last regular renewal date before the date on which it is reinstated, plus the delinquency fee, if any, accrued at the time of its revocation.(Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 25.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5577 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 5 - Disciplinary Proceedings|Section 5577.

5577.  The conviction of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of an architect by the holder of a license constitutes a ground for disciplinary action. The record of conviction, or a certified copy thereof certified by the clerk of the court or by the judge in whose court the conviction is obtained, is conclusive evidence of the conviction.A plea or verdict of guilty or a conviction following a plea of nolo contendere is deemed to be a conviction within the meaning of this section. The board may order the license suspended or revoked, or may decline to issue a license, when the time for appeal has elapsed, the judgment of conviction has been affirmed on appeal, or an order granting probation is made suspending the imposition of sentence, irrespective of a subsequent order under the provisions of Section 1203.4 of the Penal Code allowing the person to withdraw his or her plea of guilty and to enter a plea of not guilty, or setting aside the verdict of guilty, or dismissing the accusation, information, or indictment.(Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 26.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5578 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 5 - Disciplinary Proceedings|Section 5578.

5578.  The fact that the holder of a license is practicing in violation of the provisions of this chapter constitutes a ground for disciplinary action.(Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 27.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5579 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 5 - Disciplinary Proceedings|Section 5579.

5579.  The fact that the holder of a license has obtained the license by fraud or misrepresentation, or that the person named in the license has obtained it by fraud or misrepresentation constitutes a ground for disciplinary action.(Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 28.)
CA Bus & Prof Code § 5580 (2021)
2021 California Code|Business and Professions Code - BPC|DIVISION 3 - PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY|CHAPTER 3 - Architecture|ARTICLE 5 - Disciplinary Proceedings|Section 5580.

5580.  The fact that the holder of a license is impersonating an architect or former architect of the same or similar name, or is practicing under an assumed, fictitious, or corporate name, constitutes a ground for disciplinary action.(Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 184, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 1997.)