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Name 5 violations of the California Practice Act

§ 5577 Conviction of Certain Crimes; Record; Evidence; Procedure 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. § 5578 Violation as Ground for Discipline in General The fact that the holder of a license is [...]

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Determine which laws, codes, regulations, and standards apply

Local codes, regulations, and standards 1. California codes, regulations, and standards (CBC 101.17) 2. Federal codes, regulations, and standards 3. Community standards (HOAs)

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Professional Conduct Competence

1. Perform services only when qualified by education, training, and experience in the specific technical areas involved 2. Act with reasonable care and competence, applying the technical knowledge and skill which is ordinarily applied by architects of good standing practicing in this state under similar circumstances and conditions 3. Shall have knowledge of all applicable [...]

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CAB Causes for disciplinary action

1. Conviction of crimes substantially related to duties of an architect 2. Practicing in violation of the provisions of the Practice Act 3. Fraud/misrepresentation in obtaining a license 4. Impersonating an architect 5. Aiding an unlawful practice 6. Signing other’s plans not in responsible control, or letting others to use name to evade provisions of [...]

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