§ 9863 (operative January 1, 2028)

California Business and Professions Code · 2026 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · California

(a) If, upon summary investigation, it appears probable to the director that a violation of this chapter, or the regulations thereunder, has occurred, the director, in their discretion, may suggest measures that in the director’s judgment would compensate the complainant for the damages they suffered as a result of the alleged violation. If the service dealer accepts the director’s suggestions and performs accordingly, the director shall give that fact due consideration in any subsequent disciplinary proceeding. If the service dealer declines to abide by the suggestions of the director, the director may investigate further and may institute disciplinary proceedings in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.

(b) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2028.

(Amended (as amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 625, Sec. 92) by Stats. 2023, Ch. 508, Sec. 24. (SB 814) Effective January 1, 2024. Operative January 1, 2028, by its own provisions.)

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