Pennsylvania License Law
What is PREC's authority over unlicensed activity in Pennsylvania real estate?
APREC can only discipline licensed agents; unlicensed activity is handled only by criminal courts
BPREC may investigate and take action against unlicensed real estate activity, seek injunctions, and impose civil penalties; criminal charges may also apply✓ Correct
CPREC has no authority over unlicensed persons, only over licensed ones
DPREC must refer all unlicensed activity to the Pennsylvania Attorney General
Explanation
Under RELRA, PREC has authority to investigate and take action against unlicensed real estate activity (persons performing licensed activities without a license). PREC may seek injunctions in court to stop unlicensed activity and impose civil penalties. Criminal charges for unlicensed practice may also be filed. Performing real estate brokerage activities without a license in Pennsylvania is a criminal offense under RELRA, punishable by fines and imprisonment.
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