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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 2Ch. 10Art. 5§ 4542 License Exam Fraud Prohibition

§ 4542 License Exam Fraud Prohibition

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§ 4542 License Exam Fraud Prohibition

Key Takeaways

  • •You can't lie or pretend to be someone else when taking a test or applying for a license.
  • •You can't help someone else lie or pretend to be you (or someone else) for a test or license.
  • •This applies to any kind of license, like a driver's license or a work license.

Example

Your friend wants a driver's license but is nervous about the test. They ask you to take the test for them, pretending to be them.

If you do this, you're breaking the law. You can't pretend to be your friend, and your friend can't let you do it either. Both of you could get in trouble.

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

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§ 4542 License Exam Fraud Prohibition

(a) It is unlawful for any person willfully to make any false representation or impersonate any other person in connection with any examination or application for a license. (b) It is unlawful for any person to permit or aid any other person in any manner to impersonate that person in connection with any examination or application for a license. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 632, Sec. 52. (AB 1536) Effective January 1, 2022.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

licenseapplicationconnectionexaminationrepresentation

Related Statutes

  • § 2797 License Exam Fraud Prohibition
  • § 7337 Licensing Application Requirements
  • § 7345 Application Abandonment Rules
  • § 7426.5 License Fee Categories
  • § 7322 Hairstylist Licensing Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 4542.
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