85B-8 prohibited acts; assessment of civil penalty, denial, suspension or revocation of license
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Which of the following actions may lead to the denial, suspension, or revocation of an auctioneer license?

  • Failing to renew the license on time
  • Accepting funds from a buyer without delivering the goods
  • Promoting an auction without a permit
  • Continuously making exaggerated claims about auction items (correct)
  • What is the maximum time frame allowed for an auctioneer to account for funds belonging to another before facing penalties?

  • 45 days
  • 15 days
  • 60 days
  • 30 days (correct)
  • Which of the following behaviors constitutes fraud or moral turpitude leading to potential penalties?

  • Occasionally misrepresenting auction values
  • Using recognizable bidders in advertisements
  • Commingling client funds with personal funds (correct)
  • Misleading advertising without intent to deceive
  • Which of the following actions might NOT lead to civil penalties according to the specified regulations?

    <p>Providing services without a license</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario would a licensee NOT be eligible to reapply for a license?

    <p>If the license was denied or revoked during a specified period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of advertising could result in civil penalties against an auctioneer?

    <p>Any false, misleading, or untruthful advertisements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main grounds for which an auctioneer's license can be revoked?

    <p>Failing to make required contributions to the Fund</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is considered a violation related to the management of funds in the auction business?

    <p>Depositing client funds in a personal savings account</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Grounds for Assessment of Civil Penalties or License Denial, Suspension, or Revocation

    • Violation of Chapter or Commission Rules: Any violation of this chapter or any rule or regulation adopted by the Commission can lead to penalties or license action.

    • Misrepresentation and False Promises: Continued, blatant misrepresentation or making false promises by the licensee, their employees, or those acting on their behalf can result in action.

    • Failure to Account for Funds: Not accounting for or failing to pay funds within 30 days that belong to another person and were obtained through an auction sale can lead to penalties.

    • False or Misleading Advertising: Engaging in any false, misleading, or untruthful advertising.

    • Dishonest Conduct in Sales: Any act of conduct in connection with a sales transaction that demonstrates bad faith or dishonesty.

    • False Bidders and Misrepresentations: Knowingly using false bidders, cappers, or pullers, or knowingly making false or misleading statements.

    • Commingling Funds: Commingling client funds with the licensee's own funds or failing to maintain and deposit funds received through auction sales in a trust or escrow account.

    • Failure to Contribute to the Fund: Failure to make the required contribution to the Auctioneer's Fund (as determined by the relevant laws).

    • Criminal Offenses: Conviction of a felony or committing a crime involving fraud or moral turpitude can lead to license action.

    • Failure to Provide Required Information: Failure to disclose information or provide documents requested by the commission or as required by the law.

    • Lack of Financial Responsibility: Demonstrated lack of financial responsibility can result in license denial, suspension, or revocation.

    Licensing Restrictions for Individuals and Firms

    • Persons with denied, suspended, or revoked licenses cannot reapply under their own name or any other name during the suspension period.

    • Firms or corporations with individuals who have a substantial interest, management responsibility, or control cannot be licensed during the suspension period if that individual's license has been denied, suspended, or revoked.

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