DRE & Licensing
A real estate salesperson who receives a complaint may have their license:
ASuspended only by the court
BRevoked, suspended, or restricted by the DRE Commissioner✓ Correct
CCancelled only by their employing broker
DRestricted only after criminal conviction
Explanation
The California DRE Commissioner has the authority to revoke, suspend, or restrict a licensee's license following an investigation and hearing. This applies to both salesperson and broker licenses.
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