What you can expect when you are dealing with the CSLB Application Investigation Unit
I received a call today from one of my readers. He told me that his application was sent to the Application Investigation Unit or AIU. He received the AIU letter just days before his test date. Fortunately, he made the correct choice and took the exams… because he passed! Congratulations on passing the State tests your first time.
Just to refresh you, the application is reviewed by a license technician. At this level, the tech can ask for corrections to the app, or additional experience documentation depending on if the classification is considered to be “critical class.” In the reader’s case, he was asked to send them transcripts of his 5 yr Architectural degree. The License Classification Deputy, which is usually at a minimum (or supposed to be) an Enforcement Representative, or ER1 is the person that makes the determination that his 5 yr degree was worth 3 yrs towards the 4 yr minimum requirement. So his app was posted and test date assigned.
Now the Application Investigation Unit steps in.
The investigator assigned is Roland Garcia. ER1 Garcia informs the reader that he now has to provide permits and contracts. The M.O. these days for the CSLB. Mr. Garcia also gave the reader the new party line… withdraw your app or I’ll deny you. Additionally, he told the reader that if he withdrew his application, it would cost him less when he goes to re-apply. I’m thinking? What is Mr. Garcia smoking? Withdrawing an app doesn’t mean you’re going to get your $300 app filing fee back. That is gone forever. So when the reader re-applies, he’ll have to pay that $300 again, plus the $180 initial license fee if his app is accepted. So, he will have paid a total of $780!!
Could it be the CSLB is denying these apps so they can get people to pay the $300 filing fee more than once! As I stated in an earlier post, denying apps decreases the revenue the CSLB takes in. They’ll lose out on renewal fees, etc. So, being a self-funded agency, they are either cutting their own budget, or this is a grand money making scheme.
My opinion is that they didn’t bother to take a second to look far enough down the road to determine what effect their actions might have. Cart before the horse, so to speak.
To continue, Mr. Garcia, who at this point either doesn’t know his job very well or should be working the fry machine, tells the reader that HE will only grant him 2 yrs for his education, instead of the 3 yrs given to him by the Classification Deputy on the Licensing side of the building. Um…. I’m sorry Mr. Garcia; you can’t un-ring that bell. Once the licensing department reviews the transcripts and awards the applicant 3 yrs credit, you don’t get to change it! I would love it if someone in the CSLB Application Investigation Unit could give me a Government Code Section or Business and Professions Code Section that gives Mr. Garcia the authority to make that determination and overrule the Classification Deputy.
In conclusion, this reader is unfortunately finding out that the CSLB makes up the rules as they go along, and until someone with some sort of authority takes them to task, they’re going to continue to roll over these hard working people with impunity.
Final thought, I started my business in 2005 (I was still employed by the CSLB, but transferred so that I could start the business) because I saw first-hand how the applicants were being treated by the CSLB. I felt the applicant needed someone on their side. Looking back now, how things were 8+ years ago was nothing compared to how things are now.
My goal, outlook, perspective, desire, was, is and always shall be… as a consumer advocate. I too am a consumer, and I too have dealt with State agencies. Government is here to protect and serve, not dictate or purposefully restrict the ability of a free society to earn a living.
Until next time…
10/11/2023 – PASSED TRADE EXAM
10/11/2023 – NOTICE OF BOND AND FEE INITIATED
10/19/2023 – DUP LIVE SCAN ORDERED, PER REQUEST
10/19/2023 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
10/20/2023 – PRINTED DUPLICATE LIVE SCAN PACKET
10/23/2023 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
11/02/2023 – AWAITING FINGERPRINTING
11/02/2023 – ISSUANCE REQUIREMENTS DUE 01/31/24
Good morning , my FBI came back the same day i took it but my criminal ca is still pending with the DOJ any advice on how long it usually takes to get cleared .
Thank you in advance
No way to know as the DOJ won’t provide processing times. Just have to keep checking.
Hi what all needs to be in good standing in order to be approved. IRS and what else?
Hello,
No tax liens, outstanding civil judgments or citations, no pending criminal cases. No past due child support.
pplication is pending
07/21/2023 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
08/01/2023 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
08/07/2023 – CERT OF SUPPORT REVIEWED BY TECH
08/07/2023 – APPLICATION POSTED
08/07/2023 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
08/08/2023 – LAW & TRADE EXAM ELIG INITIATED
08/08/2023 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 08/08/2023
08/08/2023 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
08/18/2023 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
08/28/2023 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
08/30/2023 – UNDER REVIEW
08/30/2023 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
IS BEING RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGGROUND GOOD OR BAD
It’s generally a good thing.
I had scheduled my Crash course and me preparing and studied for my test date which was scheduled for September 22. Two days prior to my exam I went online to print directions to the testing center and found one single email from PSI stating my test had been cancelled. It didn’t give any explanation but said to contact customer support for further details. I left over a dozen emails to customer support, none of which was ever returned. I finally called the scheduling department and was able to reschedule, but they couldn’t tell me why my test was cancelled. Psi claims it was not them that cancelled but the actual testing center which is run by someone else and they didn’t have number. I took 3 8 hours crash courses and put in alot of time so as to be prepared. How can I find out why this happened and could I request them to pay for my crash courses.
Reach out to the cslb. ex***@cs**.gov gl************@cs**.gov mi***************@cs**.gov
This is certainly not the first time PSI has done this.
what was your timeline after 08/30? how much longer did it take after the did the backround check?
Hi there,
Can you please look at my application and advise if there is anything I need to do?
Application is pending
03/20/2023 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
04/13/2023 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
05/02/2023 – CERT OF SUPPORT VERIFIED BY TECH
05/02/2023 – APPLICATION POSTED
05/02/2023 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
05/02/2023 – LLC CONVERTED TO CP 2/23
05/03/2023 – LAW & TRADE EXAM ELIG INITIATED
05/03/2023 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 05/03/2023
05/03/2023 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
05/09/2023 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION
05/09/2023 – RANDOM 3% TO EVU
05/09/2023 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
05/09/2023 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
06/02/2023 – PASSED LAW EXAM
06/23/2023 – PASSED TRADE EXAM
06/23/2023 – NOTICE OF BOND AND FEE INITIATED
07/13/2023 – APPLICATION CLEARED FOR PROCESSING
07/13/2023 – APPLICATION RELEASED FROM AIU
07/13/2023 – APPLICATION RETURNED TO PROGRM TECH
07/19/2023 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
Hi Joe,
Looks to me like your app is moving forward. Have you submitted a license bond and a workers comp policy or filed exempt from workers comp?
Not yet, I wanna make sure that it is cleared just in case .
If you know who your tech is, you can reach out to them for an update. Otherwise, the next comment that should be listed online is Bond and Fee Letter Sent.
Hi Guru,
I submitted all the requirements bond & fee and even called the criminal investigation unit and said that they cleared me. after all of this, still no update on my application
Hello. What’s your application number and four digit PIN? I’ll look into it.
06/26/2023 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
07/07/2023 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
07/14/2023 – APPLICATION SENT TO LICENSE DEPUTY
hi there! is this bad?
Generally speaking? Yes. They’re probably going to ask you to provide documentation to prove your experience.
06/26/2023 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
07/07/2023 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
07/14/2023 – APPLICATION SENT TO LICENSE DEPUTY
07/17/2023 – APPLICATION RETURNED TO PROGRM TECH
it was updated to this today
THANK YOU!
That could be a good thing or a bad thing. All depends on what the lic dep’s instructions are to the tech.
I’m nervous that I’m not seeing anything more about the fingerprints and whether they went through and cleared. Should I be?
Application is pending
05/01/2023 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
05/26/2023 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
05/26/2023 – APPLICATION POSTED
05/26/2023 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
05/30/2023 – LAW & TRADE EXAM ELIG INITIATED
05/30/2023 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 05/30/2023
05/30/2023 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
06/23/2023 – PASSED LAW EXAM
06/30/2023 – PASSED TRADE EXAM
06/30/2023 – NOTICE OF BOND AND FEE INITIATED
07/10/2023 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
Hello,
The cslb won’t post any comments about fingerprints unless there is a delay in processing the prints.
How long does it usually take for CSLB investigative unit to review requested documents I sent in for the RANDOM 3% TO EVU? Is it a quicker process after they receive the documents they requested?
11/01/2022 – RANDOM 3% TO EVU
11/01/2022 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
11/01/2022 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
It can take a month or so, but two months seems out of the norm. Do you know the name of the tech who was initially reviewing your application?
Applied.
Got randomly selected as part of the 3% to be investigated.
Could not provide documents to verify experience.
Will be withdrawing my application.
If I reapply in a few months, will I be automatically investigated and asked to provide documents again?
100%. The next app you submit, no matter when it is, will go under the same scrutiny as this one.
Thank you.
Another question: Will I be investigated on every application I submit from now on?
Scenario: Let’s say I gather and provide the documents that were requested as proof of experience during the investigation of the application for the C-33 license that I withdrew, reapply, verify my experience during the investigation process, pass the exams and get the C-33 license.
Then I apply for the B – General Building Contractor license.
Will the application for the B license trigger an investigation or will I be cleared from investigations after having obtained the C-33?
In this scenario where you’re applying for the B? Yes, you would have to provide docs again. The cslb prefers to see that B experience was obtained as an employee of a B contractor. If you are showing employed experience, they’d probably ask you to provide year end pay stubs or w-2’s. If you submit non-employed experience… then they’ll drag you through the wringer, permits, completed project list forms, contracts, receipt for materials purchased, etc.
But to answer the question more broadly… yes, they might put you through the wringer for any/all apps you submit down the line.
Thank you, again!
Hi Guru this is my application I started the process sooner than the dat listed but it was sent back to me because of missing application doc. How much longer should I expect the process to take? Thank you!
Application is pending
09/19/2022 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
10/03/2022 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
10/26/2022 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
10/26/2022 – PROVIDE TRANSCRIPTS/APPRENTIC CERTS
10/26/2022 – WORK EXPERIENCE BLANK/PROBLEM
10/26/2022 – WORK CERT MISSING
10/26/2022 – EMAILED APPLICANT
11/03/2022 – RECD WORK CERT SENT TO SCAN
11/03/2022 – RECD TRANSCRIPTS 24 MOS CREDIT
11/03/2022 – CORRECTIONS SENT TO BE SCANNED
11/10/2022 – ROUTED TO EXP ANALYST FOR REVIEW
That all depends on the analysts backlog. Could be a few days, could be a couple weeks. No way to know for sure.
Hello,
Do you know about how long the criminal background unit – DOJ takes? I’ve looked at posts here and see some only a day or 2 and some around a month or longer. Anything on my record is 15-20 years old but not sure if having a record makes the process longer or if the cslb is just more backlogged these days. I completed the livescan over 2 months ago so I thought they would’ve already completed the background check. Thanks for the help.
Application is pending
04/29/2022 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
05/18/2022 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
05/26/2022 – APPLICATION POSTED
05/26/2022 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
05/27/2022 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
06/02/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
07/01/2022 – LAW & TRADE EXAM ELIG INITIATED
07/01/2022 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 07/01/2022
07/18/2022 – PASSED TRADE EXAM
07/25/2022 – PASSED LAW EXAM
07/25/2022 – NOTICE OF BOND AND FEE REQUIRED
07/26/2022 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
08/15/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
Hi Mark,
It looks as if they are possibly reviewing your records. Always hard to tell by the cryptic cslb comments. Reach out to the CBU and ask for an update. 916-255-1007 or cb*@cs**.gov
Hello,
Thanks for the info. They did update and now says awaiting fingerprinting and issuance requirements due. I completed the live scan on 6/1/22. Does that mean they still haven’t processed the live scan for the background check? Thanks in advance
Application is pending
04/29/2022 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
05/18/2022 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
05/26/2022 – APPLICATION POSTED
05/26/2022 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
05/27/2022 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
06/02/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
07/01/2022 – LAW & TRADE EXAM ELIG INITIATED
07/01/2022 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 07/01/2022
07/18/2022 – PASSED TRADE EXAM
07/25/2022 – PASSED LAW EXAM
07/25/2022 – NOTICE OF BOND AND FEE REQUIRED
07/26/2022 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
08/15/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
08/19/2022 – AWAITING FINGERPRINTING
08/19/2022 – ISSUANCE REQUIREMENTS DUE 11/17/22
I’m not sure why they posted Awaiting Fingerprinting after the App to CBU-DOJ. Possible they have not received the DOJ report. Have you reached out to the CBU?
You can check on your DOJ print status by clicking here. https://applicantstatus.doj.ca.gov/
Hi could u tell me what im looking at i have bond already and workers comp tsken care of and i sent in 200$ activation fee a month ago, am i now in line for issuance? Thank u
03/11/2022 – APPLICATION RECEIVED03/28/2022 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT04/06/2022 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION04/06/2022 – NDS CURRENT DATE SEC 3 #804/06/2022 – LETTER/CORRECTIONS SENT04/06/2022 – NEED CORRECTIONS RCVD BY 07/05/202206/03/2022 – CORRECTIONS RECEIVED BY MAIL06/03/2022 – CORRECTIONS SENT TO BE SCANNED06/03/2022 – APPLICATION POSTED06/03/2022 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH06/06/2022 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 06/28/202206/06/2022 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET06/28/2022 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE06/28/2022 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM06/30/2022 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET06/30/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY07/29/2022 – AWAITING FINGERPRINTING RESULTS08/03/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ08/04/2022 – UNDER REVIEW08/04/2022 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
Hello,
Depending on what the CBU determined during their review, they may ask for more information or the app will go to the issuance unit to get in line for the number. Email the CBU and ask for an update. cb*@cs**.gov
I called this morning the lady at the cbu said it my criminal backround was looked at and cleared i asked if that was good or bad she said good, can i assume that im now in line for issuance? Will there be a comment or input code for letting me know im in line for issuance or is it just a waiting game now.
Yes, you’ll get in line for issuance. And no, they won’t post any comments. You probably won’t see anything new until they issue the number, which could be in about four weeks.
Hi my license has been issued thanks for all your help can u direct me where i can get insurance, i would like to get it through u or the one u recommend so i can support u
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HI RUGU, WHAT IS THE MEANING OF RPN
RPN#0487 BAD CHK/NO SIGNATURE
I FORGOT TO SIGN THE CHECK OF $200 FOR THE LICENSE FEE
MY QUESTION IS: DO I HAVE TO WAIT FOR THE MAIL BACK FROM CSLB? OR
I CAN SEND A SECOND CHECK WITH THE LETTER THAT I SCAN PREVIOS TO SEND THE FIRST CHECK?
Hello Marco,
You can send another check. No need to wait on them to return the unsigned check.
I JUST SENT A NEW CHECK
THANK YOU!!
Happy to help!
This is the status of my application, applying for an added classification of B General atop an existing C10. My application is solid, what might I reasonably expect to hear from the investigation unit? Is it possible that I will not hear anything? What timeline should I expect?
Thank you.
05/09/2022 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
05/26/2022 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
06/09/2022 – APPLICATION POSTED
06/09/2022 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULE – TRADE
06/14/2022 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION
06/14/2022 – RANDOM 3% TO EVU
06/14/2022 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
06/14/2022 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
07/01/2022 – TRADE EXAM ELIGIBILITY INITIATED
07/01/2022 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 07/01/2022
Hello Richard,
I’m sure you’ll hear from the experience verification unit. Unless you submitted experience that was obtained as an employee of a B contractor, they’re going to put you through the wringer.
Thank you for the quick reply.
Both of the contractors that I listed are contractors with active B licenses.
In this case could they simply ask for W-2?
Were they listed as employers or certifiers? If employers, they’ll ask for w-2’s or they’ll contact the employer. If certifiers, you’ll have to provide a bunch of documents/permits to prove your experience.
It is a mixed bag among the three individuals that I utilized. One is a current employer. The evidence from my previous employer was verified by two certifiers employed by the same company, one field employee and one project manager.
Ok, then you have a better chance at getting approved with B employed experience.
Hello just wanted to get a conformation on what you believe my status is at. Started this process in February, been quite a while.
> 03/16/2022 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM
04/21/2022
~ 03/16/2022 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
> 03/21/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
UNIT-DLY
~ 03/21/2022 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO
APPLCNT
~ 04/21/2022 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH
LAW & TRADE
> 04/21/2022 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK
REQUIREMENT MET
04/21/2022 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE
EXAM
> 05/04/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
UNIT-DOJ
> 05/16/2022 – UNDER REVIEW – JACOB
05/17/2022-CBU REQUESTS ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION
› 05/20/2022 – AWAITING FINGERPRINTING
> 05/20/2022 – ISSUANCE REQUIREMENTS DUE
08/18/22
05/26/2022 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL
BACKGROUND
I have already submitted my liability insurance and bond as well.
Hi Jacob,
Looks to me like you’re now just waiting on the issuance of the license. That could be another four weeks, maybe sooner.
That’s great to hear. Thanks for your expertise, very much appreciated.
03/10/2022 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
03/29/2022 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
04/05/2022 – APPLICATION POSTED
04/05/2022 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
04/06/2022 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 04/29/2022
04/06/2022 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
04/12/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
04/29/2022 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
04/29/2022 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
04/29/2022 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
05/17/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
06/02/2022 – UNDER REVIEW
06/06/2022 – CBU REQUESTS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
06/25/2022 – AWAITING FINGERPRINTING
06/25/2022 – ISSUANCE REQUIREMENTS DUE 09/23/22
07/13/2022 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
07/13/2022 – DENIAL PENDING – FINAL 09/11/22
Hello Guru,
What exactly am I looking at with this latest update? Is this a denial?
Ah… yep!! You might want to withdraw the application before the denial is final if they’ll give you that option. If the denial goes through, you won’t be able to reapply for at least another year and that denial will stick with you forever!
Hello, Can a pending case with no convection affect your application process?
Thank you,
Yes, they may want to wait until the case is closed before moving your app along.
hello guru i have completed all requirements still says waiting for fingerprints due to open 2 year old dui case what should i do at this point i have bond in place as well i send updates to my worker after each court date started app in December 22 2021 hoping it gets dismissed since lawyer has said it will. what would u recommend?thank you
All you can do is contact the Criminal Background Unit at the cslb and ask them for an update. cb*@cs**.gov 916-255-1007
Guru,
I have passed both law and trade exams however for no apparent reason my application was sent to AIU for formal flag whatever that means,
What should I do?
02/17/2022 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
03/04/2022 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
03/21/2022 – APP TO CASE MGMT FOR FLAG REVIEW
04/05/2022 – INSTRUCTIONS RETURNED FRM CASE MGMT
04/05/2022 – AIU REQUESTED APP TO BE POSTED
04/13/2022 – LIMITATION LETTER SENT – EMAILED
04/13/2022 – APPLICATION POSTED
04/13/2022 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
04/14/2022 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
04/14/2022 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 04/14/2022
04/27/2022 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION
04/27/2022 – APPLICATION TO EVU FOR FORMAL FLAG
04/27/2022 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
04/27/2022 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
04/27/2022 – PASSED LAW EXAM
Hello Daniel,
Did you submit an application in the past that was either withdrawn or denied? A previously denied app would result in a formal flag. They’re going to ask you to prove your experience with documentation. Click here to see a list of what they might ask for.
Thank you !
No previous application submitted.
Shouldn’t my experience be cleared prior to posting the app or scheduling the exams?
You must have been randomly selected for a secondary review, but that doesn’t explain the formal flag comment online. You’ll just have to wait to receive a letter in the mail from the cslb.
Guru,
What do you make of this?
Also, do you a phone number I can call to sort this out?
04/27/2022 – APPLICATION TO EVU FOR FORMAL FLAG
04/27/2022 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
04/27/2022 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION_(ACG)
04/27/2022 – PASSED LAW EXAM
04/28/2022 – PASSED TRADE EXAM
05/02/2022 – “PENDING”RESULT OF”APP INVEST UNIT”
05/02/2022 – ISSUANCE REQUIREMENTS DUE 08/31/22
Hi Daniel,
Looks like you’re still on hold until they complete their “investigation.” Have they asked you to submit any documentation?
What does this mean – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
Here is my whole app processing of it helps
Application is pending
03/04/2022 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
03/22/2022 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
03/29/2022 – CERT OF SUPPORT VERIFIED BY TECH
03/29/2022 – APPLICATION POSTED
03/29/2022 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
03/30/2022 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 04/22/2022
03/30/2022 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
04/22/2022 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
04/22/2022 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
04/26/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
04/27/2022 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
Did u ever get released from the backround check, if so how long did it take iv been waiting with the same update for about a month now still says app to criminal backround check unit dly
You can check with the cslb CBU for an update. 916-255-1007 or cb*@cs**.gov
Is it normal for the FBI background check to take longer than the state check? Thanks!
And would it help too go ahead with the bonding even though i haven’t taken my scheduled exam yet?
I would wait until you have a test date scheduled, then get some bond quotes. The bond doesn’t have to be submitted until you pass your exam.
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I already have a scheduled date for the exams but i thought the dly’s might be an issue. Guess it’s just standard? Also yes i will be looking to you for the bonding and liability insurance if you offer that. You have been a lot of help. Thanks!!
Application is pending
02/14/2022 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
03/03/2022 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
03/14/2022 – APPLICATION POSTED
03/14/2022 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
03/14/2022 – LIMITATION LETTER SENT
03/15/2022 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 04/08/2022
03/15/2022 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
03/22/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
03/22/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
04/08/2022 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
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Hello Gary,
Each reporting agency has its own backlog. Sometimes prints come back in a week, sometimes several weeks.
Just passed both exams. Law and trades for B2 today. Should i get bonded yet?
Congratulations on passing!!
Yes, now you need to purchase the bond. Click here for a quote.
You’ll also need to submit a workers comp policy or file exempt if you don’t have employees right now. Click here to file the exemption.
Looks like you need to submit the online open book Asbestos test as well. Click here to do that.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Hi there,
My application updates are below. My question is should I pay the license fee and submit the bond now, or should I wait until after background clears? I have a few juvenile/misdemeanor offenses from 10+ years ago, but no felonies and nothing recent.
Application is pending
01/13/2022 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
02/10/2022 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
02/24/2022 – APPLICATION POSTED
02/24/2022 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULE – LAW
02/25/2022 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 03/18/2022
02/25/2022 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
03/18/2022 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR LAW ONLY
03/18/2022 – PASSED LAW EXAM
03/21/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
03/21/2022 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
Hi Isaac,
The delay could be the reporting agencies haven’t sent their reports to the cslb yet, or the cslb hasn’t reviewed them yet. Give a call to the Crim. Bckgrnd Unit at the cslb and ask for an update. 916-255-1007
Or you can check with the reporting agencies by clicking here. https://applicantstatus.doj.ca.gov/
From what you described, I don’t think you’ll get denied a license.
Thanks! I purchased my bond through you and the CSLB has received it. The latest update is below. Can you tell me what IWAS is?
04/18/2022 – CONTRACTOR BOND RECEIVED SENT IWAS
Hi Isaac,
That just means the tech sent it to the unit that will scan the bond into their imaging system.
They’ve had mine since 2/11 and no update yet either
Hey guru so i called cslb cause i havent seen a recent update the guy i spoke to said the received my fee, and final paperwork but haven’t processed it yet the site also doesnt show being cleared by cbu yet
Application is pending
12/23/2021 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
02/02/2022 – CERT OF SUPPORT REVIEWED BY TECH
02/02/2022 – APPLICATION POSTED
02/02/2022 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
02/03/2022 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 03/01/2022
02/03/2022 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
02/03/2022 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
02/11/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
03/01/2022 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
03/01/2022 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
03/10/2022 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
All bond/workcomp has been added too
What am i looking cor and how long now to know im moving along in the issuing process
Good morning,
Once all issuance requirements have been submitted, you’ll get in line for issuance. The cslb is issuing licenses for apps that have all docs in place on 2/22. Your ASB test was submitted on the 10th, so you’re looking at close to four weeks from that date.
You’ll know the second your license is issued because the BBB and insurance companies will blow up your phone offering to sell you something.
But… if you need insurance, I’m a NEXT agent and we offer the lowest rates, easy application, and same day binding. Click here for a quote. 🙂
Thank you very much for the quick reply! I wish cslb was that quick in issuing or even the cbu ive been stuck there for over a month now
Hey guru what does awaiting fingerprinting mean? All my fingerprinting was done 2 months ago
Application is pending
12/23/2021 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
02/02/2022 – CERT OF SUPPORT REVIEWED BY TECH
02/02/2022 – APPLICATION POSTED
02/02/2022 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
02/03/2022 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 03/01/2022
02/03/2022 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
02/03/2022 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
02/11/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
03/01/2022 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
03/01/2022 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
03/10/2022 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
04/11/2022 – AWAITING FINGERPRINTING
04/11/2022 – ISSUANCE REQUIREMENTS DUE 07/10/22
When i last called they had told me everything was received 3/7 and my fingerprints have been processing since 2/10
Looks like you’re now in the queue for issuance. That should happen in about 3-4 ish weeks.
HELLO,
I wanted to check in with you and see if you had any idea what the last line means or what a “PA Letter” is. I have absolutely zero criminal history, not even a traffic ticket, so just a little confused what CSLB/CBU could possibly even be requesting. Thanks!
11/30/2021 – NEED WORKERS COMP CERT OR EXEMPTION
11/30/2021 – NEED CONTRACTORS BOND
11/30/2021 – FINGERPRINTS – JAMES & ROBERT
11/30/2021 – ISSUANCE REQS DUE 02/27/2022
12/01/2021 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
01/25/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
02/14/2022 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-FBI
03/03/2022 – UNDER REVIEW
03/03/2022 – CBU REQUESTS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
03/03/2022 – FROM APPLICANT – PA LETTER
Hello,
No record and they’re asking for more info? They must have you confused with someone else. I’ve never seen “PA LETTER” before. You can call them at 916-255-1007 or email them at cb*@cs**.gov and ask them what they’re referring to.
How long after your app status says “12/16/2021 – APPLICATION SENT TO ISSUANCE UNIT” will your license number appear on the CSLB website?
Hi Ramon,
The issuance unit is about three weeks behind. You’ll know when the number is issued because your phone will ring off the hook with calls from the BBB and insurance companies trying to see you stuff.
How long did it take before your status was changed to application sent to issuance ? I been waiting for about 6 weeks . Thank you
Did you ever get the update on the website that your application was sent to issuance? If so, how long after did you get your license number?
Hi! I am John. I tool the exams today and I passed both of them. However, the letter said I’m under investigation. I only received the notice of exams letter only. I took the exams 5 years ago, but they investigated my work experience so I dropped the application. Right now I reapply the general contractor. I have a 4 years business degree that can be waived 2 years work experience. I have 3 years of w-2. However, they didn’t send me a letter for asking my work experience or live scan. What should I do now? Thanks.
Application is pending
08/06/2021 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
08/23/2021 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
09/27/2021 – APP TO CASE MGMT FOR FLAG REVIEW
10/05/2021 – INSTRUCTIONS RETURNED FRM CASE MGMT
10/05/2021 – AIU REQUESTED APP TO BE POSTED
10/06/2021 – APPLICATION POSTED
10/06/2021 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
10/07/2021 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 11/12/2021
10/07/2021 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
10/25/2021 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION
10/25/2021 – APPLICATION TO EVU FOR FORMAL FLAG
10/25/2021 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
10/25/2021 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
11/12/2021 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
11/12/2021 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
Hello John,
Because your previous application was sent for review, this application will also. It could be a few weeks to two months before you hear from the Experience Verification Unit. If you have w-2’s from a contractor/employer that holds the classification you are applying for, you shouldn’t have a problem getting through this review process.
Your degree would be worth 18 months credit.
Good luck!
They emailed me for asking the documents. I emailed back to him and said I sent out the w-2 forms to him and told him I have the Business degree. He replied me” please call me when you get the chance. I still have to speak with you.” It makes me nervous. English is not my first language and I don’t know what he is going to ask. Do you know what he is going to ask for?, so I can prepare somethings.
Hello,
I would have no idea what he’ll ask for. He can’t discriminate against you because english is your second language. You can ask him to put his questions into an email after the call so that you could better understand them.
Hi guru my name is David
I submitted an application for my c-39 and I got an email directly from them should I worry ?
Hi David – this is Kristine Thorn with the Contractors State License board, and I am processing your application – I had a couple questions. Could you please let me know a good time and day to call you? I tried to call the number we have on the application, but because your voicemail box is full I could not leave a message –
Thank you in advance!
Keep inmindk
This is my status through website
Application is pending
08/26/2021 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
09/16/2021 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
Hi David,
Sounds like she wants to clarify something. She didn’t reject the app for corrections, so it could be something small. I wouldn’t stress just yet.
If you do need help with making changes to the app, let me know.
Waiting for my license in the mail and then this happened. Do you know what this means?
05/27/2021 – CORRECTIONS SENT TO BE SCANNED
05/27/2021 – APPLICATION POSTED
05/27/2021 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
05/28/2021 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 07/19/2021
05/28/2021 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
07/19/2021 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
07/19/2021 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
07/22/2021 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
07/26/2021 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
08/16/2021 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
08/26/2021 – UNDER REVIEW-TAYLOR
08/27/2021 – CBU REQUESTS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
There must be something in your past that they want more detail on. Call the CBU at 916-255-1007 for more info. Good luck.
Thank you very much. Your right. I hope all goes well.
The cslb just posted this APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ is it bad?
Hello Juan,
That depends, do you have a record that the cslb would want to review? If no, then there is probably a delay somewhere in the process. Nothing to worry about at this moment.
If you’d like to call the CBU for more info, their number is 916-255-1007.
Received a voicemail from a CSLB investigator requesting to speak to me about my journey level experience. I’ve left a voicemail and I am awaiting his call back. Is this normal? Here is my current application status.
Application is pending
04/30/2021 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
06/07/2021 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
06/30/2021 – APP TO CASE MGMT FOR FLAG REVIEW
07/13/2021 – INSTRUCTIONS RETURNED FRM CASE MGMT
07/13/2021 – AIU REQUESTED APP TO BE POSTED
07/16/2021 – APPLICATION POSTED
07/16/2021 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
07/19/2021 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 08/10/2021
07/19/2021 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
07/30/2021 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION
07/30/2021 – APPLICATION TO EVU FOR FORMAL FLAG
07/30/2021 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
07/30/2021 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
08/10/2021 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
08/10/2021 – PASSED LAW EXAM
08/10/2021 – FAILED TRADE EXAM, NOTICE SENT
08/26/2021 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 09/17/2021
09/17/2021 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR TRADE ONLY
Hello,
Either there is something in your past on your application, based on their comments below, that prompted the call. So yes, the call you received is normal. But how nice of them to wait two months before contacting you.
07/30/2021 – APPLICATION TO EVU FOR FORMAL FLAG
07/30/2021 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
07/30/2021 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
Good Morning!
I have a quick question for you, as I see you have been very helpful to other people in the process. I’ve reached out to CSLB licensing email with no response a couple of times this summer. The issue is that I never got my envelope with fingerprinting, etc so there is no way to send back in my fingerprints! Here is the status of the license. What do you suggest? Thank you in advance!
Application is pending
06/18/2021 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
07/12/2021 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
07/17/2021 – APPLICATION POSTED
07/17/2021 – AWAITING FINGERPRINTING
07/22/2021 – 07/12/2021-LIVESCAN RETURNED BY P O
08/05/2021 – 07/12/2021-LIVESCAN RETURNED BY P O
Thank you,
Bekah
Hi Bekah,
You can send an email to:
li*******@cs**.gov
ex***@cs**.gov
Gr**********************@cs**.gov
Ask them to email the documents to you.
Hi I am awaiting my c-33 , I do have a felony from 2015 when I was 19 years old , I’m scared they might reject my application , today I saw they updated a couple more things like need proof of work comp exception and awaiting fingerprints, does that mean my application is cleared from criminal background unit DOJ ?
05/13/2021 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
06/11/2021 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
07/14/2021 – APPLICATION POSTED
07/14/2021 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
07/15/2021 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 08/06/2021
07/15/2021 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
08/06/2021 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
08/06/2021 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
08/09/2021 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
08/19/2021 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
08/27/2021 – NEED CONTRACTORS BOND
08/27/2021 – NEED WORKERS COMP CERT OR EXEMPTION
08/27/2021 – AWAITING FINGERPRINTING
Hi Kevin,
That’s what it means. 🙂 Complete those three items and you’ll be on your wait to license issuance. Congrats!
Hi guru,
I’m in a similar situation had a felony back in 2010 ,18 years old . I sent over my initial fee for my license already ,posted my bond ,insurance and workers comp . Any idea where I am in the process ? Still worried about the felony
Application is pending
06/28/2021 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
07/22/2021 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
08/26/2021 – APPLICATION POSTED
08/26/2021 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
08/27/2021 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 09/20/2021
08/27/2021 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
09/06/2021 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
09/09/2021 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 10/18/2021
09/17/2021 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
09/20/2021 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
09/20/2021 – CANCELLED BOTH EXAMS ON 09/08/2021
10/01/2021 – UNDER REVIEW
10/01/2021 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
10/18/2021 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
10/18/2021 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
10/20/2021 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
Hi Victor,
The app and prints have been cleared by the Criminal Background Unit so you have nothing to worry about there. If you have all issuance docs in place ($200, workers comp or exemption, bond, etc) you should be getting your license number any day now (depending on when the last issuance requirement was submitted). You’ll know when it happens because the BBB and insurance companies will be blowing up your phone trying to sell you stuff you don’t need. 🙂
How will I know once I’m clear for issuance?
That’s a great question. The cslb doesn’t have a comment or input code to show that an app has submitted all of the issuance requirements and is now in the queue for issuance. I keep pushing for it, maybe someday.
In the meantime, send an email requesting a status update to li*******@cs**.gov.
Hello,
Here is my current status w/ updates. Is there anything else I can expect? They have all my bonds, insurance and feesApplication is pending
on the last line, not sure what “RD FLD” stands for…
03/05/2021 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
03/25/2021 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
05/06/2021 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
05/06/2021 – WRONG TITLES MARKED FOR BOTH OF THE
05/06/2021 – PERSONNEL LISTED
05/17/2021 – CORRECTIONS RECEIVED BY EMAIL
05/17/2021 – PAGE 1 AND 2 TO BE SCANNED
05/17/2021 – APPLICATION POSTED
05/17/2021 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
05/18/2021 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 06/14/2021
05/18/2021 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
05/24/2021 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
05/24/2021 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
05/25/2021 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
05/27/2021 – UNDER REVIEW – HAYDEN
05/27/2021 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
05/28/2021 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
06/08/2021 – UNDER REVIEW – RAMON
06/08/2021 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
06/14/2021 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
06/14/2021 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
06/14/2021 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
06/28/2021 – ADDRESS CHANGE MADE
06/28/2021 – LIABILITY INSURANCE RECEIVED RD FLD
Hi Hayden,
Looks like you’ll get in the queue for issuance once the g/l insurance has been updated. The red folder is just a holding place for documents that are waiting to be processed.
Great, thank you. Red Flag was the first thing coming to mind
Application is pending
08/23/2019 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
09/05/2019 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
09/24/2019 – APPLICATION SENT TO JUDGMENT UNIT
09/26/2019 – APPLICATION RETURNED TO PROGRM TECH
09/27/2019 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
09/27/2019 – ELISA GUZMAN REMOVE TREASURER AND
09/27/2019 – ADD SECRETARY TITLE
09/27/2019 – ELISA GOMEZ REMOVE SECRETARY AND
09/27/2019 – ADD TREASURER TITLE
09/27/2019 – CORRECTIONS DUE OR VOID 12/26/19
10/29/2019 – RETURNED APP RECEIVED BACK AT CSLB
10/29/2019 – CORRECTIONS SENT TO BE SCANNED
10/29/2019 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
10/29/2019 – NAME VERIFICATION SENT – JORGE
10/29/2019 – CORRECTIONS DUE OR VOID 12/23/19
11/13/2019 – RETURNED APP RECEIVED BACK AT CSLB
11/13/2019 – CORRECTIONS SENT TO BE SCANNED
11/13/2019 – APPLICATION POSTED
11/13/2019 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
11/14/2019 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 12/05/2019
11/14/2019 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
12/05/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
12/05/2019 – PASSED LAW EXAM
12/05/2019 – FAILED TRADE EXAM, NOTICE SENT
08/13/2020 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 09/28/2020
09/28/2020 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR TRADE ONLY
09/28/2020 – FAILED TRADE EXAM, NOTICE SENT
02/12/2021 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 03/17/2021
03/17/2021 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR TRADE ONLY
03/17/2021 – PASSED TRADE EXAM
03/19/2021 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
03/25/2021 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
04/05/2021 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
04/16/2021 – UNDER REVIEW-JORGE
04/22/2021 – CBU REQUESTS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
06/09/2021 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
Guru, Does this mean i will move into the licensing issuance ?
You started this process in Aug of 2019? OMG!
That last comment does not necessarily mean you’re moving on to issuance. You might want to reach out to the tech who is processing your app and ask them if you’re in the clear. Or call the Criminal Background Unit (CBU). 916-255-1007
Hello,
i called they said everyone is cleared and sent back to tech for processing
Awesome!!
Hello,
I am currently here regarding my application status. Additional documents were asked for and I submitted all that was required. No I “released from criminal background”. Does this mean I will get an exam date now? It has been almost two months since that.
Any help?
Application is pending
09/11/2020 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
10/12/2020 – TRANSLATOR REQUESTED
10/13/2020 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
11/03/2020 – APPLICATION POSTED
11/03/2020 – COPIES TO TESTING – TRANSLATOR
11/03/2020 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
11/04/2020 – TRANSLATOR SCREENING LETTER SENT
11/04/2020 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
11/12/2020 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
11/12/2020 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
11/16/2020 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
11/18/2020 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-FBI
12/09/2020 – UNDER REVIEW
12/09/2020 – CBU REQUESTS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
01/12/2021 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
Looks like you’ve slipped through the cslb cracks. Send an email to ap******@cs**.gov and li*******@cs**.gov and ask for a status update. Put your application number in the subject line.
Thank you!
Just passed my law an trade waiting to be cleared on my back ground. Should I wait before I purchase my bonds and insurance until I get notified that I’m in the clear
Hi Robert,
You’ll need to submit the bond, complete the open book ASB test, submit workers comp or file the exemption, and pay the $200 fee before you’ll get in line for issuance.
If you think you’ll have a fingerprint issue, you can use my Contact form to send me the specifics and I can advise you.
My application status shows released from criminal background? Does that mean I am cleared from my background check ?
Not necessarily. I could mean your app is moving forward, or there is something in your past they want you to explain. If there is nothing, then your app is most likely moving to the next step of processing.
Thank you so much. When I did my Application for general contractor there was no where on the paper work where it stated any convictions? is that normal ?
They removed the disclosure question from the app last July.
HI THERE, I WISH I WOULD HAVE FOUND THIS SITE MONTHS AGO. IM GOING FOR MY C-39 AND WAS WONDERING HOW MUCH WOULD THE UPFRONT COSTS BE FOR THE BOND AND WORKERS COMP BE?
Hello,
At least you found me. 🙂 The license bond can be as low as $90 for one year, plus I have multi-year rates. Workers comp depends on the number of employees, trade work being performed. Providing a guesstimate for w/c would be impossible without all of the specifics.
Hi Guru,
I have read a couple of the comments below about “Released from Criminal Background” meaning but I am lost in the fact that I still have a scheduled date for my exams. Does that mean I am in the clear?
12/11/2020 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
12/31/2020 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
02/09/2021 – APPLICATION POSTED
02/09/2021 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
02/10/2021 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
02/12/2021 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 04/06/2021
02/22/2021 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
02/23/2021 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
02/25/2021 – UNDER REVIEW
02/25/2021 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
04/06/2021 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
Exam Date 04/06/21
Exam Place SACRAMENTO
Law Exam Time 08:00 AM
Trade Exam Time. 11:45 AM
You are good to go my friend! Do you need study materials? https://www.contractorslicenseguru.com/product-category/c-specialty-trades/
Thank You!
What does app to criminal background unit doj mean? That was posted on my status on 3/30/21
Hi Chris,
It could mean there’s a delay in receiving the print report or there is something on the report they have questions about. Try calling 916-255-1007 for an update. You may get a voice mail as they have limited staff in the building.
Hi Guru,
Can you tell me what’s going to happened next? My bond and worker comp has been posted. My $200 license fee is paid. I’m still waiting for updates and getting a little impatient and worry. Thanks
06/16/2020 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
06/29/2020 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
07/15/2020 – APPLICATION POSTED
07/15/2020 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
07/16/2020 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 10/15/2020
07/16/2020 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
07/23/2020 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
07/31/2020 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
08/03/2020 – UNDER REVIEW
08/03/2020 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
09/11/2020 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 10/20/2020
10/15/2020 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
10/15/2020 – CANCELLED BOTH EXAMS ON 09/10/2020
10/20/2020 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
10/20/2020 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
10/20/2020 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
Hello,
The cslb issuance unit is working on apps that have submitted all of their required docs/fees on 10/2. So you could have another month to go before you get a number.
Hello,
We are currently trying to obtain a license and we’d like to remove one of the members who is no longer going to be apart of the company. The problem is the CSLB is waiting for her fingerprints before we can move forward. She is no longer in the picture so she will not be giving her fingerprints. I left a message to the Examination Application Unit but was hoping you could give me some insight on what to do.
Thanks
App #: 2019 01 19790
Hi Corrina,
Once an app is posted, they won’t allow any changes, but you are in an odd spot because you can’t force that former member to get fingerprinted. Send an email to these two addresses and explain your situation. ju************@cs**.gov & li*******@cs**.gov
Thanks for the help and contact.
You’re welcome.
Good Morning
I am actively seeking my C10 and received a letter yesterday saying the received the application (or so I thought) upon logging in to the CLSB site I found this….
Application is pending
08/18/2020 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
08/27/2020 – DD214 WITH NO DISCHARGE INFORMATION
08/27/2020 – ARMED FORCES DENIAL
08/28/2020 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
Exam Date None
Exam Place None
Law Exam Time
Trade Exam Time
What is this referring to? I have an OTH type discharge.
Hi Mike,
They’re saying that your DD214 doesn’t list any type of discharge. I see DD214’s all the time, I’m a vet as well, and I’ve always been baffled as to why some 214’s don’t list the discharge type.
Since you can’t modify the DD214, or ask the government to modify it, you’re stuck with the standard cslb processing times.
Thank you for the prompt reply! So technically there is no issue its just my application process will not be accelerated. Am I understanding that correctly?
That is correct.
I have a question.
I passed both the trade and law exams, posted a bond, filled out my worker’s compensation exemption form, completed the asbestos open book exam and paid the $200 fee!
Now my application says
APP SENT TO SUPERVISOR FOR REVIEW.
Please help me understand what this means.
Hi Hector,
Well…. that can’t be good. It looks like they’re going to ask you to prove your experience with additional documentation. I hope I’m wrong, but it’s a strong possibility. Keep checking the cslb comments online. Good luck.
Hector. I got the same thing on my App Status today. Can you tell me what happened?
Hello,
I’ve been trying to get my license in CA and I have been in the trade 11 years. was denied twice. Have been to college and was given 18 months credit. provided my taxes, permits, work examples and contracts. I’ve owned my own company for a long time, the investigator doesn’t return my calls anymore.
Application is pending
12/09/2019 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
12/23/2019 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
01/15/2020 – APP TO CASE MGMT FOR FLAG REVIEW
01/17/2020 – INSTRUCTIONS RETURNED FRM CASE MGMT
01/17/2020 – AIU REQUESTED APP TO BE POSTED
01/22/2020 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
01/22/2020 – CONFIRM LEGAL NAME (BOTH)
01/22/2020 – APP RETURNED – SSN PROBLEM
01/22/2020 – QUESTION #12 YES WITH NO DETAIL
02/03/2020 – RETURNED APP RECEIVED BACK AT CSLB
02/14/2020 – APPLICATION POSTED
02/14/2020 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULE – TRADE
02/18/2020 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 03/10/2020
02/18/2020 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
02/25/2020 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION
02/25/2020 – APPLICATION TO EVU FOR FORMAL FLAG
02/25/2020 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
02/25/2020 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
03/06/2020 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 03/18/2020
03/10/2020 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR TRADE ONLY
03/10/2020 – CANCELLED TRADE EXAM ON 03/06/2020
03/16/2020 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 03/18/2020
03/17/2020 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 04/14/2020
03/18/2020 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
03/18/2020 – CANCELLED BOTH EXAMS ON 03/16/2020
03/18/2020 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR TRADE ONLY
03/18/2020 – CANCELLED TRADE EXAM ON 03/17/2020
03/24/2020 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 06/09/2020
04/14/2020 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR TRADE ONLY
04/14/2020 – CANCELLED TRADE EXAM ON 03/24/2020
06/09/2020 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR TRADE ONLY
06/09/2020 – CANCELLED TRADE EXAM ON 05/28/2020
06/15/2020 – RESCHEDULED PER EMAIL
06/17/2020 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 07/24/2020
07/24/2020 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR TRADE ONLY
07/24/2020 – PASSED TRADE EXAM
Hello. I’m sorry to hear that you’re going through the cslb wringer. 5+ months in investigation is ridiculous, and now the investigator has gone dark. Not acceptable.
I don’t have a contact to give you in the invest unit, but I suggest emailing the following people and ask why the investigator is now silent.
ap******@cs**.gov Exam unit processing your app
li*******@cs**.gov General licensing unit email
ju************@cs**.gov Licensing Deputy Chief
da********@cs**.gov CSLB Registrar and former Enforcement Chief
so here is a new update.
07/24/2020 – PASSED TRADE EXAM
10/05/2020 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
10/21/2020 – APPLICATION CLEARED FOR PROCESSING
10/21/2020 – APPLICATION RELEASED FROM AIU
10/21/2020 – APPLICATION RETURNED TO PROGRM TECH
What does that mean?
Hello Elle,
That would suggest that your app will move forward in the process. Have you submitted the bond, provided a workers comp cert or filed exempt, have you submitted the Asbestos open book exam?
This status simply mean I have to send a follow up statement of my job duties? I assume they’re sending me a letter outlining what they need?
05/22/2020 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
06/10/2020 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
06/18/2020 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR-EXPERIENCE
06/18/2020 – MUST BE VERIFIED-PROJ LISTS/DUTY
06/18/2020 – STATEMENT
Hi Robert,
A letter should go out to you today. They want a duty statement on your employer’s letterhead (I’m assuming you submitted employed experience) and they want you to fill out as many of the construction project forms to cover 2-4 years. https://www.cslb.ca.gov/Resources/FormsAndApplications/ProjectList.pdf
do i need to disclose a out of state dui from 4 years ago?
Yes. If it doesn’t come back on your fingerprint report, no harm no foul.
Thanks Phil! Got the letter today. How do they expect an employee to have copies of the permits and final inspection record for projects? That’s not something they typically give to all the journeymen on the projects. While waiting for the letter I was able to get a statement of duties without arising suspicion from my employer (I don’t want them knowing I’m getting my license) but if I start trying to get copies of any permits, etc the flag will be raised.
What will happen next?
Application is pending
01/13/2020 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
01/29/2020 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
02/15/2020 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
02/15/2020 – NEED FULL LEGAL NAME
02/15/2020 – Q #14 MARKED NO MUST BE YES
02/15/2020 – NEED CORRECTIONS RCVD BY 05/15/20
02/27/2020 – RETURNED APP RECEIVED BACK AT CSLB
02/27/2020 – CORRECTIONS SENT TO BE SCANNED
02/27/2020 – APPLICATION POSTED
02/27/2020 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
02/28/2020 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
02/28/2020 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 03/13/2020
02/28/2020 – INFORMED OF RESCHEDULE FEE
02/28/2020 – ***** USED FREE RESCHEDULE *****
02/28/2020 – RESCHEDULED PER PHONE
03/12/2020 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
03/13/2020 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
03/13/2020 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
03/16/2020 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
03/17/2020 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
03/18/2020 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-FBI
03/18/2020 – UNDER REVIEW
03/18/2020 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
03/23/2020 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
03/23/2020 – CANCELLED BOTH EXAMS ON 02/28/2020
Bonding Information
Contractor’s Bond
This application filed a Contractor’s Bond with xxxxxx.
Bond Number: xxxx
Bond Amount: $15,000
Effective Date: 03/13/2020
Bond of Qualifying Individual
A Bond of Qualifying Individual is not required for xxxxx
This qualifier certified that he/she owns 10% or more of the voting stock or equity of this company.
Workers’ Compensation Information
This application has workers compensation insurance with STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND
Policy Number: XXX
Effective Date: 01/07/2020
Expiration Date: 01/07/2021
Looks like all you have to do is take the exams. If your exam date was 3/23, it will get rescheduled again because the CSLB has closed all of their testing centers for the next four weeks.
I already took the exams on the 13th and passed. I used the one-time free reschedule.
02/28/2020 – INFORMED OF RESCHEDULE FEE
02/28/2020 – ***** USED FREE RESCHEDULE *****
02/28/2020 – RESCHEDULED PER PHONE
03/12/2020 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
03/13/2020 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
03/13/2020 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
I guess I missed that line. So you’re probably in the que for issuance. I’d give it 2-3 weeks.
is the LLC bond (100k) required to get issued a license number? also any idea whats a good rate? im being quoted 5% but I think that is too high.
Yes, the bonds must be in place before the cslb will issue the license. Rates vary between $2000 and $5000 a year. I’d be happy to provide you with a quote.
Yes please, how do we get started?
Excellent! Complete the form by clicking here and I’ll start the quote process. I’ll also need your cslb four digit PIN.
What kind of rate can i expect? can you give me a range?
1 Yr: $113
2 Yr: $186
3 Yr: $260
Can you help with this I’m waiting to get my license issued.
10/28/2019 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
11/13/2019 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
11/15/2019 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
11/15/2019 – NEED SPECIFIC TRADE DUTIES
01/03/2020 – CORRECTIONS SENT TO BE SCANNED
01/03/2020 – LIMITATION LETTER SENT
01/03/2020 – APPLICATION POSTED
01/03/2020 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
01/06/2020 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 01/27/2020
01/06/2020 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
01/27/2020 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
01/27/2020 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
01/27/2020 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
01/29/2020 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
02/19/2020 – RCVD ILF, ASB EXAM, BOND & W/C
02/25/2020 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
03/02/2020 – UNDER REVIEW
03/02/2020 – CBU REQUESTS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
I sent out the additional info 2 days later once I got it in the mail.
Sounds like something came back on a fingerprint report that wasn’t disclosed.
Hello! Finding this page was sooo helpful to me!
I applied for C-15 for the 2nd time in November 2019. First time I got denied in 2018, cslb send my application to investigation unit. And there I stuck!
So,long story short,I reapplied again. And somehow my application entered to that 3% for investigation again! ( is it bz I am a woman?) Well, now after sending my taxes, the same lady from EIU called me last week and verified few details. She said she remembered me from last time and she seeing that I already established flooring company. I wondered if she is approving me and she said that everything looks good and wait for updates. Do you have any idea what could be next? Is it good sign this time? Thank you so much!
11/21/2019 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
12/09/2019 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
12/24/2019 – APP TO CASE MGMT FOR FLAG REVIEW0
1/02/2020 – INSTRUCTIONS RETURNED FRM CASE MGMT0
1/02/2020 – AIU REQUESTED APP TO BE POSTED
01/03/2020 – APPLICATION POSTED
01/06/2020 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
01/07/2020 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION0
1/07/2020 – APPLICATION TO EVU FOR FORMAL FLAG0
1/07/2020 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
01/07/2020 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
Hello. I’m glad you found my site helpful. 🙂
The second app went straight to investigation because the first app went to investigation. What have you heard from the cslb since 1/7? Appears to still be languishing in the AIU.
I answered with a proofs of experience. And last Thursday we spoke with her on the phone. She said she don’t need anything else,as she have my invoices from last time. And neither she won’t talk to contractor who signed my appl as she talked to him last time.
I wouldn’t put much into what they told you on the phone. They might still deny you… but fingers crossed they don’t. 🙂
Application Status
Application is pending
01/16/2020 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
01/24/2020 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
02/06/2020 – APP TO CASE MGMT FOR FLAG REVIEW
02/14/2020 – INSTRUCTIONS RETURNED FRM CASE MGMT
02/19/2020 – SPECIAL PROJECT – 7065 WAIVER
02/19/2020 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
02/19/2020 – BUS N/S NOT COMPATIBLE W/CLS/ENTITY
02/19/2020 – CANNOT USE PATIO IN BUSINESS NAME
02/19/2020 – NEED FULL LEGAL NAME
02/19/2020 – NEED SSN NOT FED ID #
02/19/2020 – NEED CORRECTIONS RCVD BY 05/19/20
So how can I know if a word I choose is an accepted word? I see other licensed general contractors with the name in their company titles
Ahhhh the cslb business name police strike again! Which classification are you applying for? I’ll guess the B? If that’s the case, you can keep the corp name, just add a DBA to the app that includes the word “construction” or “building.”
Their comment “CANNOT USE PATIO IN BUSINESS NAME” is odd. They can’t tell you what your corporate name has to be. Your corporate name was legally approved by the Sect. of State. So adding a dba should be acceptable.
You also need to file your first Statement of Information with the Sect. of State. If you are the only officer listed on the license app, then you’ll be the only officer listed on the Sect. of State record. Click here to file the SOI online.
Curious, do I need to worry about being a random 3%? I’m so nervous :/
09/06/2019 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
09/13/2019 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
10/02/2019 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
10/02/2019 – NEEDS BUSINESS NAME CORRECTION
10/09/2019 – CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
10/09/2019 – CORRECTIONS SENT TO BE SCANNED
10/09/2019 – APPLICATION POSTED
10/09/2019 – REFFERED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
10/10/2019 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 10/31/19
10/10/2019 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
10/31/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
10/31/2019 – PASSED BOTH LAW & TRADE EXAM
13/03/2019 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
12/04/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
12/06/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
12/11/2019 – RCVD ILF, ASB EXAM, BOND & W/C
12/20/2019 – UNDER REVIEW
12/20/2019 – CBU REQUESTS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
12/20/2019 – FROM APPLICANT – RE:
THE LAST 3 CONCERN ME
any help explaining would be so grateful
Hi Nicole,
The criminal background unit is asking for more info. Call them Monday and ask. 916-255-1007 Good luck!
Okay, thanks so much. So that wouldn’t have anything to do with a 3% situation am I correct? If it’s the criminal background unit I’m confused because I don’t have any issues. Not since I was a young adult more than 13 years ago.
Correct, nothing to do with the 3% rule. Did you disclose the issue 13 years ago? If not, then that’s probably the reason for the cslb comment online.
I didn’t disclose. To tell you the truth I had completely forgotten about it until I started to rack my brain about what it could be. This won’t void my application right? I can just fill out what they need, fix any correction, and then the process can still move forward for my license issuance. I pray!
You’ll need to change question 11 in section 5 of the application from No to Yes, and submit their disclosure form. Click here for a fillable pdf.
Thank you so much. I will let you know what happens, can I contact you if I need further help?
Of course!
I am just curious if I will be getting my Issuance soon or not. I keep calling, but it seems no one can tell me anything. I called Monday the 8th of July and they told me it can be another month and a half before my fingerprints go through then they went through the next day and when I called back on the 11th, no one could tell me anything. I paid the 200$, I have my bond, workers comp. exemption and insurance. Do you have any ideas of what can or might happen next?
Application is pending
03/14/2019 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
03/20/2019 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
04/09/2019 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR-EXPERIENCE
04/15/2019 – CORRECTIONS RECEIVED BY FAX-SENT
04/15/2019 – APPLICATION POSTED
04/15/2019 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULE – LAW
04/16/2019 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 05/10/2019
04/16/2019 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
05/06/2019 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 06/11/2019
05/06/2019 – RESCHEDULED PER 7HONE
05/06/2019 – INFORMED OF RESCHEDULE FEE
05/06/2019 – ***** USED FREE RESCHEDULE *****
05/10/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR LAW ONLY
05/10/2019 – CANCELLED LAW EXAM ON 05/06/2019
05/31/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
06/11/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR LAW ONLY
06/11/2019 – PASSED LAW EXAM
06/17/2019 – ASBESTOS OPEN BOOK REQUIREMENT MET
06/28/2019 – PENDING CBU
07/09/2019 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
D49 – TREE SERVICE
Bonding Information
Contractor’s Bond
This application filed a Contractor’s Bond with WESTERN SURETY COMPANY .
Bond Number: 64682742
Bond Amount: $15,000
Effective Date: 06/13/2019
Workers’ Compensation Information
This application is exempt from having workers compensation insurance; they certified that they have no employees at this time.
Effective Date: 06/17/2019
Expiration Date: None
They are issuing licenses for apps whose issuance docs were received on 6/28. I would think it would be just a matter of days for the issuance unit to get to your app now that it’s been released from the CBU. I wouldn’t panic. You’ll know when the license is issued because the BBB will call you, insurance companies will call you…etc, trying to sell you something.
I was curious what the last few steps mean here, specifically the under review language. I did my own FBI scan to make sure I disclosed everything. (One stupid thing from 20 years ago showed up – I got caught stealing a candy bar and chips from a 7-11 when I was in college)
Entity
Corporation
Application Type
Original Application
Application Status
Application is pending
* 03/29/2019 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
* 04/04/2019 – POWER ATTNY/AUTHORIZ ON FILE – IWAS
* 04/04/2019 – SPECIAL PROJECT – 7065 WAIVER
* 04/04/2019 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
* 04/04/2019 – MULTI APP-20180113119 MUST BE VOID
* 04/04/2019 – OR COMPLETED TO CONTINUE PROCESSING
* 04/04/2019 – THIS APPLICATION
* 04/04/2019 – APP CORRECTIONS DUE 07/03/2019
* 04/05/2019 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
* 04/17/2019 – CORRECTIONS RECEIVED BY EMAIL
* 04/17/2019 – CORRECTIONS SENT TO BE SCANNED
* 04/17/2019 – APPLICATION POSTED
* 04/17/2019 – WAIVER BOND AND FEE LETTER SENT
* 04/17/2019 – NEED WORKERS COMP CERT OR EXEMPTION
* 04/17/2019 – NEED CONTRACTORS BOND
* 04/17/2019 – FINGERPRINTS NEEDED – LETTER SENT
* 04/17/2019 – ISSUANCE REQUIREMENTS DUE 07/16/19
* 04/18/2019 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
* 04/18/2019 – BOND RECEIVED
* 04/23/2019 – WORKERS COMP EXEMPTION RECEIVED
* 04/26/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
* 04/26/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
* 04/29/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
* 05/06/2019 – UNDER REVIEW – JOHN
* 05/20/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-FBI
Odd, since John is listed on a license that was issued last month. Call 916-255-1007 and talk to the CSLB Criminal Background Unit. They’ll give you the 411.
Thank you. They updated today that “ Application returned for corrections, duties regarding work experience not specific enough.”
We will see what’s next…
Many Thanks again. You might hear again from me.
What classification are you applying for? I can help.
B-general. Could you please tell me how long does it take for LiveScan results…it has been a month and so far no updates.
Four weeks or more is not uncommon. The reporting agencies must be way behind because I’ve heard from many people who are also waiting.
Hi Guru,
See below for y application status. I’m getting worried since its been 3 weeks since the last posted update for “Released from Criminal Background” and I’m seeing that a lot of others received an update shortly after that. We have our license for 5 years now as a sole proprietor and are trying to incorporate. Someone we added on as a partial owner and officer had misdemeanor from over 30 years ago so we had to provide additional information which we mailed on the April 18th.
Application is pending
02/19/2019 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
02/25/2019 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
02/25/2019 – APP RETURNED – SSN / DOB PROBLEM
02/25/2019 – DUE BY 05/25/2019
02/26/2019 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
03/06/2019 – RETURNED APP RECEIVED BACK AT CSLB
03/06/2019 – SPECIAL PROJECT – 7065 WAIVER
03/06/2019 – APPLICATION POSTED
03/06/2019 – APPLICATION TO CBU
03/07/2019 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
03/26/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
03/28/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
04/08/2019 – UNDER REVIEW
04/08/2019 – CBU REQUESTS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
04/23/2019 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
Hi David,
Call the CBU directly and ask them for an update. 916-255-1007
Thank you so much! I have been calling different numbers for an update and I finally got a hold of someone with the number you gave me. The lady on the phone sent an email to the guy who was handling my application and he just called me and said he didn’t realize I had been cleared from the CBU over 3 weeks ago and he apologized. He’s gonna send me the bond letter through email and suggests i overnight the check to them.. They are really unorganized over there it seems. Anyways, thank you for your help.
Excellent!! Sometimes you have to be the squeaky wheel.
Hi LicenseGuru,
Sent application in Sept 2018, owner-builder. I figured if they had problems with the experience, it would be an issue up front. They did ask for experience forms and permits, which I sent in December. They seemed to approve the experience, as they scheduled me for my exams, and I passed both. I received bond info, fingerprint info, and asbestos booklet at the exam site. All have been completed and it looks like Background came in ok. Now, when I thought I would be good to go, it’s being sent our for “Random” 3% investigation. This was just posted yesterday. Most others who have posted here it showed they were sent to AIU before even being scheduled for exams, not well after passing. Not sure what other type of experience documentation they could want, or if this truly is just a formality? Any idea how long until someone usually makes contact, or what typical review time is? Just hoping they’re not looking for a way to back out of approving my license. Experience is solid, backed up by City and County permits in my name. Status from CSLB website is below:
Application is pending
09/20/2018 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
09/27/2018 – DD214 WITH HONORABLE DISCHARGE
09/28/2018 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
09/28/2018 – ARMED FORCES EXPEDITE APPROVAL
09/28/2018 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
09/28/2018 – ADD’L SELF EMPLOYMNT INFO REQUESTED
09/28/2018 – NEED PROJECT LIST & PERMITS
12/31/2018 – APP SENT TO SUPERVISOR FOR REVIEW
12/31/2018 – ROUTED TO EXP ANALYST FOR REVIEW
01/04/2019 – APPLICATION RETURNED TO PROGRM TECH
01/18/2019 – APPLICATION POSTED-NEED BOTH EXAMS
01/18/2019 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 02/26/2019
01/18/2019 – SCHEDULED PER PHONE WITH ALEJANDRO
01/22/2019 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
02/26/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
02/26/2019 – CANCELLED BOTH EXAMS ON 01/18/2019
02/26/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
02/26/2019 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
03/01/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
03/12/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
03/12/2019 – UNDER REVIEW
03/12/2019 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
03/18/2019 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION
03/18/2019 – RANDOM 3% TO EVU
03/18/2019 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
03/18/2019 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
Exam Date 02/26/19
Exam Place SAN DIEGO
Law Exam Time 08:00 AM
Trade Exam Time 11:45 AM
That is odd. Generally an app goes to AIU when, or shortly after, the exam date has been set. It could take a month before you hear from someone at the cslb.
What happened?? My husband status is the same..
The last comment on the cslb website still says? 03/18/2019 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
Any idea what “released from criminal background” means?
10/12/2020 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
10/13/2020 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
10/15/2020 – UNDER REVIEW
10/15/2020 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
That can mean anything…. asking for more info regarding a conviction, allowing the app to move to issuance or posting for an exam date, to denying the app because of a conviction. No way to find out until they update their comments again.
Hey guys, my update:
12/06/2018 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
12/14/2018 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
01/04/2019 – POWER ATTNY/AUTHORIZ ON FILE – IWAS
01/04/2019 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
01/04/2019 – NEEDS BUSINESS NAME CORRECTION
01/14/2019 – CORRECTS REC’D AT COUNTER. BIZ NAME
01/23/2019 – CHANGED. APP/ADDL CERT TO SCAN
01/23/2019 – CERT OF SUPPORT VERIFIED BY TECH
01/23/2019 – APPLICATION POSTED
01/23/2019 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
01/24/2019 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
01/24/2019 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 02/15/2019
01/28/2019 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 02/21/2019
01/28/2019 – INFORMED OF RESCHEDULE FEE
02/15/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
02/15/2019 – CANCELLED BOTH EXAMS ON 01/28/2019
02/21/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
02/21/2019 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
02/22/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
02/22/2019 – CANCELLED BOTH EXAMS ON 01/28/2019
02/22/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
Checked with the criminal background unit on 03/08/2019 and they said they were still waiting on a return from FBI or DOJ the person who answered wasn’t sure or perhaps I wasn’t paying attention as the connection was horrible. Considering how many days in February we are a little over 2 weeks since live scan was sent in.
Anybody have an idea of current time frame on this? Are there any additional steps…..for what its worth I got into a bit of trouble a few months after my 18th birthday (24 years ago) as a freshman in college. All was disclosed accordingly.
Thank you in advance!
Sounds like they’re just waiting on the reporting agencies. No one knows how long it will take as the FBI/DOJ don’t post processing times.
Thanks Guru! Update, it is now saying release from criminal background. I called to find out what that means and she said it is now going to the issuance department. I guess that is good?!?
12/06/2018 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
12/14/2018 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
01/04/2019 – POWER ATTNY/AUTHORIZ ON FILE – IWAS
01/04/2019 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
01/04/2019 – NEEDS BUSINESS NAME CORRECTION
01/14/2019 – CORRECTS REC’D AT COUNTER. BIZ NAME
01/23/2019 – CHANGED. APP/ADDL CERT TO SCAN
01/23/2019 – CERT OF SUPPORT VERIFIED BY TECH
01/23/2019 – APPLICATION POSTED
01/23/2019 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
01/24/2019 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
01/24/2019 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 02/15/2019
01/28/2019 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 02/21/2019
01/28/2019 – INFORMED OF RESCHEDULE FEE
02/15/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
02/15/2019 – CANCELLED BOTH EXAMS ON 01/28/2019
02/21/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
02/21/2019 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
02/22/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
02/22/2019 – CANCELLED BOTH EXAMS ON 01/28/2019
02/22/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
03/15/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-FBI
03/25/2019 – UNDER REVIEW
03/25/2019 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
That can be good or bad news. Good, they’ll let the app move forward. Bad, they’ll tell you the license/app will be denied in the near future.
Why haven’t you taken the exams? A passing score is good for five years.
Thanks Guru, I’ve taken them and passed both. They had the exams listed and cancelled because I changed locations to test.
That’s good!! Just keep checking the app status online. What you want to see is Bond & Fee Letter sent. That means they want the license bond and any other issuance docs, i.e. workers comp or exempt form, open book asbestos exam, and the $200 initial license fee if you haven’t paid it already.
Update, April 9th. Still waiting, I’ve called CSLB a few times and they said it has cleared FBI and DOJ and still waiting on issuance. They have update their processing date for issuance to 03/25 which is the date I cleared criminal background so hopefully any day now!
Further update, License issued! Full timeline below for reference:
12/06/2018 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
12/14/2018 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
01/04/2019 – POWER ATTNY/AUTHORIZ ON FILE – IWAS
01/04/2019 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
01/04/2019 – NEEDS BUSINESS NAME CORRECTION
01/14/2019 – CORRECTS REC’D AT COUNTER. BIZ NAME
01/23/2019 – CHANGED. APP/ADDL CERT TO SCAN
01/23/2019 – CERT OF SUPPORT VERIFIED BY TECH
01/23/2019 – APPLICATION POSTED
01/23/2019 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
01/24/2019 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
01/24/2019 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 02/15/2019
01/28/2019 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 02/21/2019
01/28/2019 – INFORMED OF RESCHEDULE FEE
02/15/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
02/15/2019 – CANCELLED BOTH EXAMS ON 01/28/2019
02/21/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
02/21/2019 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
02/22/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
02/22/2019 – CANCELLED BOTH EXAMS ON 01/28/2019
02/22/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
03/15/2019 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-FBI
03/25/2019 – UNDER REVIEW
03/25/2019 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
04/09/2019 – LICENSE ISSUED
What does “App to criminal background unit-doj” mean? I’ve noticed in these comments different status updates following this step, and some don’t have the step listed at all, so it’s making me nervous. I passed the exam two weeks ago, but this was posted 3 business days ago. Thanks!
That generally means they are waiting for the DOJ to send their report. Call the cslb criminal background unit for an update. 916-255-1007
What is the expected time for cbu dly? Talked to CSLB and they say fbi is good but waiting for doj. What could be the reason for this? Thanks
Fee # 20180107612
It’s just the DOJ’s backlog. There is no way to know how long or short it would take for them to report to the cslb.
what does this indicate ?
10/19/2018 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
10/30/2018 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
11/07/2018 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR –
11/07/2018 – WORK EXPERIENCE PROBLEM
12/19/2018 – CORRECTIONS RECEIVED BY EMAIL-SENT
01/08/2019 – APP SENT TO SUPERVISOR FOR REVIEW
01/08/2019 – APPLICATION SENT TO LICENSE DEPUTY
01/15/2019 – APPLICATION RETURNED TO PROGRM TECH
Exam Date None
Exam Place None
It means that they will either post your app and give you an exam date or ask for more info and/or corrections.
Hello. I am currently being investigated because of my
Work experience. I have never been directly paid for my experience. My father owns a C54 tile business and I’ve been going to work with him every day since I was 17. We have a verbal contract that if I worked with him, he’d let me live rent free and take care of me. I’m claiming a little over 8 years part time journeyman experience with nothing but a letter from my father stating I’ve worked with him a very long time. I took and passed both exams but am now in talks with an investigator. She wants to withdraw my application. Is there anything at all I can do? Perhaps a notarized document stating my father never charged me rent in return for working with him? Notarized letter from other contractors that have seen me for years working with my father? Anything at all?
09/13/2018 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
09/26/2018 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
10/02/2018 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
10/02/2018 – NEED DBA ON THE BUSINESS NAME
10/02/2018 – CORPORATE REGISTRATION # NEEDED
10/02/2018 – SOME DUTIES ARE FROM C-29 CLASS
10/02/2018 – MARKED EMPLOYER BUT SELF EMPLOYED
11/13/2018 – APPLICATION POSTED
11/13/2018 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
11/14/2018 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
11/14/2018 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 12/10/2018
11/27/2018 – INFORMED OF RESCHEDULE FEE W/CAND
11/27/2018 – ***** USED FREE RESCHEDULE *****
11/27/2018 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 01/07/2019
11/27/2018 – RESCHEDULED PER PHONE W/CAND
12/03/2018 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION
12/03/2018 – RANDOM 3% TO EVU
12/03/2018 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
12/04/2018 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
12/10/2018 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
12/10/2018 – CANCELLED BOTH EXAMS ON 11/27/2018
01/07/2019 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
01/07/2019 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
01/10/2019 – EVU ANALYST SPOKE TO APPLICANT
Dad didn’t do you any favors!! You’re stuck with either withdrawing, using someone else to be your qualifier, or allowing the cslb to deny your app and then you can appeal. I would not suggest the last option. No letters you could provide now would help you.
I’m in this boat.. passed my tests but not able to verify with pay stubs or taxes my 56 months of employment with a contractor.. does anybody ever get a lawyer to help in this case? I’m more than upset that 97% slide right through this process.
It’s definitely not the love boat!! Sorry to hear that you’re getting the Contractors State Anti-License Board treatment. To use a lawyer, you’d have to let the app get denied. Then you can appeal that denial. The cslb will drag their feet for a 3-6 months before they touch the appeal, then you’re waiting who knows how much longer until you’re sitting in front of an administrative law judge. The judge may or may not let your attorney speak on your behalf at the hearing.
Just curious I passed both tests as of nov 26, I’m wondering if at this point I can expect any delays from the Aiu or the random 3% experience verification.. I’m just trying to get an idea what kind of time frame to expect. I promptly sent in my $200 licensing fee, proof of my bond which shows posted on the website, my asbestos test, and my live scan paperwork on nov 27. This is my current status
Application is pending
08/17/2018 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
08/31/2018 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
09/04/2018 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
09/04/2018 – BUS N/S NOT COMPATIBLE W/ENTITY
10/02/2018 – RETURNED APP RECEIVED BACK AT CSLB
10/02/2018 – CORRECTIONS SENT TO BE SCANNED
10/02/2018 – NAME CHANGE MADE – BUSINESS
10/02/2018 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
10/02/2018 – BUS N/S NOT COMPATIBLE W/ENTITY
10/30/2018 – RETURNED APP RECEIVED BACK AT CSLB
10/30/2018 – CORRECTIONS SENT TO BE SCANNED
10/30/2018 – NAME CHANGE MADE – BUSINESS
10/30/2018 – CERT OF SUPPORT VERIFIED BY TECH
10/30/2018 – APPLICATION POSTED
10/30/2018 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
10/31/2018 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
10/31/2018 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 11/26/2018
11/26/2018 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
11/26/2018 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
You should be free and clear. If they were going to send you to experience verification, it would have happened a month ago. This issuance unit is running about 2 weeks behind. You could expect your number by the end of next week. You’ll know when it’s been issued because the BBB will call you in an attempt to get you to join. Just say no! 🙂
What can i expect from here on out that they routed me to Analyst?
Application is pending
10/23/2018 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
11/01/2018 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
11/08/2018 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
11/08/2018 – NEED DBA AFTER CORP NAME
11/08/2018 – CONSTRUCTION PROJECT EXPERIENCE
11/08/2018 – NEEDED TO SUPPORT SELF EMPLOYMENT
11/28/2018 – ROUTED TO EXP ANALYST FOR REVIEW
Hello Mikki,
Sounds like they asked you to complete the B Project List forms. If you submitted those, they are being reviewed by the analyst. When they are done they’ll send it back to the license tech who will give you further direction or post your app for the exams.
Application is pending
Hey Guru what would be the next step to this?
08/15/2018 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
08/29/2018 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
09/06/2018 – APPLICATION POSTED
09/06/2018 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
09/07/2018 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
09/07/2018 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 10/01/2018
09/12/2018 – DUP LIVE SCAN ORDERED, PER REQUEST
09/13/2018 – PRINTED DUPLICATE LIVE SCAN PACKET
09/25/2018 – DUP LIVE SCAN ORDERED, PER REQUEST
09/26/2018 – PRINTED DUPLICATE LIVE SCAN PACKET
10/01/2018 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
10/01/2018 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
10/02/2018 – LIVESCAN RETURNED BY P O-9/13
10/12/2018 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
10/15/2018 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
Hello Jacob,
One of two things will happen. 1) they’ll either send you a letter asking for the license bond and any other issuance requirements, or 2) they found something in the criminal background reports that they didn’t like and will give you an opportunity to withdraw the app.
You can call the CSLB Criminal Background Unit for an update. 916-255-1007
My app says the same thing as yours got so what happened as an end result? Did you get your license?
Yes on 10/31 they sent the final update and issued the license.
Hi all,
What does DLY mean after livescan mean?
Thank you
That means the cslb is waiting on the FBI and/or DOJ to send their fingerprint reports.
One of the member of our LLC has 2 dui’s (1994 and 2000). She doesn’t have any info regarding the cases including the case numbers. Does the CSLB need everything regarding those cases or can we just mention the DUI’s and put n/a for everything else?
Hello Andy,
That won’t be a problem. Complete the criminal disclosure form as best she can. Use an approximate date, and complete the two boxes at the bottom of the page. When her prints come back from the FBI and DOJ, all of the detailed info will be there. The key factor is just submitting the forms with the app.
Why the heck does CSLB send so many people to aiu? Anyway we sent in a app and we had to provide a additional l duty form because the employer is not a contractor so now our updates on CSLB website said received corrections made to app the tech said she will post it as soon as her supervisor gives the ok. My question is will it be sent to aiu automatically because of this?
Hi Brandi,
No, if the supervisor approves it…. the app should be posted.
Thank you. I am worried it will hit AIU as soon as the app post. From all the comments it looks like cslb is known for that and i dont want to wait that long to be licensed.
Anything is possible… Fingers crossed the app doesn’t go that route.
SO IF MY RME HAD A Misdemeanors DUI 20 YEARS AGO WOULD IT EVEN BE CONSIDERED ANYTHING ON THE BACK GROUND CHECK? DO WE HAVE TO PUT IT ON THE APP?
Yes. All convictions: expunged, decades old, submitted to the cslb previously, must be disclosed and the criminal conviction disclosure statement completed and submitted with the application.
well thats great! my dad said he checked no because the guy at cslb said they wouldn’t consider it! My dad is my RME. ugh denied!? I am so upset right now.
Has the application been posted yet? If not, you can make changes.
I really dont want to withdraw i have got this far and everything was going so good now just down the drain over one mistake.
I found your app number. Let me find out who the tech is that’s working your app. If his prints haven’t come back to the cslb, the tech may let you change question 11. OR…. you could change Q11, complete the criminal disclosure form and send it to the cslb now. Send me an email via my contact form and I’ll send you the disclosure form.
yes it was posted a week ago. i just got to talking to my dad a few days ago and this convo came about. I never even knew he had that. I told him if he had any questions to call cslb but i dont think he wanted me to know or something. Im just stressed out should i just withdraw the app?
Is this bad or good?
Application is pending
06/08/2018 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
06/18/2018 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
06/29/2018 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR –
06/29/2018 – WORK EXPERIENCE PROBLEM – DUTY
07/03/2018 – CORRECTIONS RECEIVED BY EMAIL
07/09/2018 – APP SENT TO SUPERVISOR FOR REVIEW
07/10/2018 – APPLICATION POSTED
07/10/2018 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
07/11/2018 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
07/11/2018 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 08/02/2018
07/27/2018 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
08/02/2018 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
Exam Date 08/02/18
Exam Place FRESNO
Law Exam Time 08:00 AM
Trade Exam Time 11:45 AM
Classifications
Hi Brandi,
It depends… is there a conviction in your past that you didn’t disclose with the application? It could also mean that they are waiting on the FBI or DOJ to send their report to the cslb.
I passed test 4 years ago but denied either way because of lack of prove for work experience. I am applying again will I have to retest again?
No. Passing scores are good for five years. But they’ll probably ask you to provide supporting documents again.
Glad to discover this knowledgeable information (by accident) I have passed my c10 and applied for the license. I almost lost hope when they first denied for insufficient experience.. after more than 2 years again I submitted an additional experience and continued sending documents as required. I am very excited to know what comes next?
please refer my status below…
submittingApplication is pending
10/20/2017 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
11/02/2017 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
12/20/2017 – APP TO CASE MGMT FOR FLAG REVIEW
12/27/2017 – INSTRUCTIONS RETURNED FRM CASE MGMT
12/27/2017 – AIU REQUESTED APP TO BE POSTED
12/27/2017 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
02/05/2018 – RETURNED APP RECEIVED BACK AT CSLB
03/09/2018 – RETURNED APP RECEIVED BACK AT CSLB
04/10/2018 – APPLICATION POSTED
04/11/2018 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
04/27/2018 – EXTENDED VOID DATE
10/10/2019 – ******* 18 MONTH VOID DATE *******
Congratulations Mario! Using your PIN, were you able to see the test date/time/location?
My aiu investigator is ana galendo. I been trying to reach her 5 weeks now no response. Anyone have her as well?
CSLB AIU investigators are notorious for not communicating with applicants. I don’t know if it’s because their case loads are too big, or they just don’t give a crap. One thing is for sure… they have zero customer service skills. Contact the Registrar and let him know his staff is dropping the ball…. again. da********@cs**.gov
And before they cleared me they asked a few questions from when I was 18 then cleared me to take test
You should call the CSLB Criminal Background Unit (CBU) at 916 255 1007 to find out if they have the reports from the reporting agencies.
I 100 % percent did live scan Doj/ FBI all came back so they did receive it!!!!!
Thanks I’ll be waiting. The anxiety is overwhelming lol thanks again
Greg,
Did you go through the fingerprinting process? My source says they haven’t received anything from the reporting agencies (FBI/DOJ).
The CSLB on my status shows clear for issuance I been waiting for my c-33 now over three months what does that mean clean app for issuance am I close to getting lic
That’s a good thing! Have you completed the fingerprinting, submitted the bond, the asbestos open book exam, and submitted a workers comp cert or the exemption form? All of those items are needed before the license can be issued.
Yes I did the bond workers comp cert and esbestos book exam , when it says clear for issuance that was 2-15-2018 it’s now 3-24-2018 just wondering how long after I’ll receive my Lic. I passed my trade and law 12-27-18 and was told it would take 5 to 6 weeks. I guess I’m just nervous. Do you know what happens next?
Thx
Greg,
Can you email your application number to me? I can look into what might be the reason for the delay.
Hi my app # is 20160121565 I really would be grateful if you can find anything out
I haven’t forgotten about you. Still waiting to hear back from my contact at the cslb.
The CSLB on my status shows clear for issuance I been waiting for my c-33 now over three months
Hello
well after 3 months of nothing I finally noticed a change on the status page… is the following any indication of being out of AIU or am I I just in both units now?
Application Status
Application is pending
06/12/2017 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
06/22/2017 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
06/27/2017 – RETURNED BY POST OFFICE, RESENT
07/19/2017 – APP SENT TO SUPERVISOR FOR GEN “A”
07/21/2017 – ROUTED TO EXP ANALYST FOR REVIEW
07/24/2017 – APPLICATION RETURNED TO PROGRM TECH
07/31/2017 – APPLICATION POSTED
07/31/2017 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
08/01/2017 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 08/23/2017
08/01/2017 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
08/07/2017 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION
08/07/2017 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
08/08/2017 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
08/23/2017 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
08/23/2017 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
11/17/2017 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
11/17/2017 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
01/30/2019 – ******* 18 MONTH VOID DATE *******
Looks like you’re still in the AIU. Generally there would be a comment that says it was returned to the tech when the AIU is done.
Just wanted to give you an update Phil and say thank you for helping me through some dark AIU days!!
08/07/2017 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION
08/07/2017 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
08/08/2017 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
08/23/2017 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
08/23/2017 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
11/17/2017 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
11/17/2017 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DLY
11/28/2017 – APP TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND UNIT-DOJ
12/05/2017 – UNDER REVIEW
12/05/2017 – RELEASED FROM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
12/15/2017 – APPLICATION CLEARED FOR PROCESSING
12/15/2017 – APPLICATION RELEASED FROM AIU
12/15/2017 – APPLICATION RETURNED TO PROGRM TECH
12/15/2017 – CLEAR APP FOR ISSUANCE
12/19/2017 – MANUAL BOND AND FEE LETTER SENT
12/19/2017 – NEED THE INITIAL LICENSE FEE
12/19/2017 – NEED CONTRACTORS BOND
12/19/2017 – NEED WORKERS COMP CERT OR EXEMPTION
12/19/2017 – NEED ASBESTOS BOOKLET
03/19/2018 – EXTENDED VOID DATE
01/30/2019 – ******* 18 MONTH VOID DATE *******
That’s great news!! I’m happy to hear that you weathered the storm and persevered!
Application is pending
05/08/2017 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
05/18/2017 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
06/19/2017 – APP TO CASE MGMT FOR FLAG REVIEW
07/03/2017 – INSTRUCTIONS RETURNED FRM CASE MGMT
07/03/2017 – AIU REQUESTED APP TO BE POSTED
07/07/2017 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
07/07/2017 – BUS N/S NOT COMPATIBLE W/CLS/ENTITY
07/07/2017 – WORK CERT START DATE BEYOND 10 YRS
08/07/2017 – RETURNED APP RECEIVED 07/24/2017
08/07/2017 – NAME CHANGE MADE
08/07/2017 – ADDM APP TO CHANGE BUS NAME
08/07/2017 – CORRECTED WORK CERTS
08/07/2017 – CORRECTIONS SENT TO BE SCANNED
08/07/2017 – APPLICATION POSTED
08/07/2017 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
08/08/2017 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
08/08/2017 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 08/29/2017
08/17/2017 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION
08/17/2017 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
08/17/2017 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
08/29/2017 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
08/29/2017 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
02/06/2019 – ******* 18 MONTH VOID DATE *******
We have sent in w2 to prove experience, the investigator even verified she got them. Now there has been NOTHING!! What do we do. We have been emailing and leaving voice messages to get an update (no response)
You could contact the Registrar, who used to be the Chief of enforcement. Da********@dc*.gov He should be able to contact his staff to force a reply. Or… you could contact your State Representative and file a complaint with their office. The CSLB has historically responded quickly to political requests. https://findyourrep.legislature.ca.gov/
Yup Mine is still out for investigation as well I have had absolutely no contact since providing docs this is maddening and beyond stressful.
The Case Management Unit is notorious for their lack of communication. I guessing it’s because they are overloaded with case files. But that shouldn’t excuse their disregard for communication and customer service. You would think they’d want to get the cases off their desk asap.
Hi guys I was just hoping I find out if any of you guys have made it out of investigation yet I have still have not any word and am just wondering if anyone else has. Thanks.
Hi I have spent a lot of time reading your post to many people and they have provided some relief. Right now my application is “Out for investigation” it has been 1 month to the date since it was put in that status. Since then I have taken and passed both my law and trade test (class A) I have spoken with the investigator (once) theand provided her with my W2’s from my work, they carry the same license, I was a lucky 3 percenter as well. My question is should I pay to have my lives an done could that be holding up the investigation I just hate to pay $80 only to have to pull my application because of what my work may have said to them (I cannot imagine they were very helpful as they are not a fan of direct competition). Please any insight here would be so appreciated as I have tried to reach out to the investigator a few times since passing the test and providing the requested docs but they do not return calls or emails. How long can this be out for investigation??
Online status…
Application is pending
06/12/2017 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
06/22/2017 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
06/27/2017 – RETURNED BY POST OFFICE, RESENT
07/19/2017 – APP SENT TO SUPERVISOR FOR GEN “A”
07/21/2017 – ROUTED TO EXP ANALYST FOR REVIEW
07/24/2017 – APPLICATION RETURNED TO PROGRM TECH
07/31/2017 – APPLICATION POSTED
07/31/2017 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
08/01/2017 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 08/23/2017
08/01/2017 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
08/07/2017 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION
08/07/2017 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
08/08/2017 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
08/23/2017 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
08/23/2017 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
01/30/2019 – ******* 18 MONTH VOID DATE *******
If you are in “contact” with the investigator, you’re ahead in the game. Do you have her name and direct phone number? You could also call the case management unit and ask them for an update. 916 255 4027
I would wait on the prints until they send the app back to the tech and that person posts the app. How long that could take ?? It depends on the investigators case load, is she on vacation, etc.
You know it’s funny you said vacation because that’s what I was starting to think I have tried to contact her once a week since passing my test with no response. You know the big thing I’m worried about is the description of my job duties that my work provided. I am worried they didn’t list my activities as class A type if they didn’t is there a way to rectify that I mean I have been doing this work since I was a teenager (about 19 years now) and to be brought down by the last company I worked for will kill me. Anyway thank you for the advise.it does help us lowly applicants out here 🙂
Unfortunately I’ve seen that all to often where the employer doesn’t back up what you submitted on the application for experience. If the employer does that (screw you) you could be toast. Hopefully you have an investigator that will work with you…. if/when you hear from her again. Call that number I gave you and ask if the investigator is on vaca or just buried in cases.
What if you have proof the employer is lying? Text third party companies exc…
hell,
I have a gen b and sent in app for c10 now they post this:
Application is pending
07/03/2017 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
07/17/2017 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
07/20/2017 – APPLICATION POSTED
07/20/2017 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULE – TRADE
07/21/2017 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 08/23/2017
07/27/2017 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION
07/27/2017 – RANDOM 3% TO EVU
07/28/2017 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
07/28/2017 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
08/23/2017 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR TRADE ONLY
01/19/2019 – ******* 18 MONTH VOID DATE *******
What does this mean?
G
Sorry for the late reply. That means your app was “randomly” pulled for a secondary review. They’ll be asking you for documents to prove your experience. Click here to review the documents they’ll ask for.
thank you for the response. I hold a general b license. that means I’m allowed to do electrical and other trades. seems like more hoops to jump through for no reason…
G
With the B, your contracts must include at least two unrelated trades, neither of which can be framing. Holding the C10 would allow you to advertise specifically for electrical work.
Hi,
It appears that my application was sent to the AIU immediately after being approved to test. I tested yesterday and passed easily, completing both the law and trade exams in less than an hour and a half. I didn’t receive the mailer from CSLB stating that my application was sent to EVU until after finishing the test. I didn’t see the status update that it’s going to AIU until today.
I’m applying for a low voltage (C7) license, and already have existing low voltage and electrical licenses in two other states (not ones that reciprocate with CA). I’ve held an active low voltage contractor’s license in at least 1 state since 2011.
I faxed 66 pages of 1099s, W2s, permits, contracts, and copies of my other licenses from 2010-2016 yesterday. I left a voicemail for the EVU analyst yesterday before sending the paperwork, but never received a response. I have my fax confirmation, but now that I’m seeing what AIU entails, I’m a little nervous. Should I print everything and send it certified mail? Any other tips on how to expedite this process?
Thanks,
Matt
07/11/2017 – ARMED FORCES EXPEDITE APPROVAL
07/11/2017 – APPLICATION POSTED-NEEDS BOTH EXAMS
07/12/2017 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
07/12/2017 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
07/12/2017 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 07/17/2017
07/12/2017 – SCHEDULED PER PHONE-REQ 7/17
07/13/2017 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION
07/13/2017 – RANDOM 3% TO EVU
07/13/2017 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
07/13/2017 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
07/17/2017 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
07/17/2017 – PASSED BOTH LAW AND TRADE EXAM
Seems you were one of the lucky chosen few that get to go through the experience verification unit. They have a backlog that isn’t publicized, so I wouldn’t get too worried at this point. With your experience and other licenses, you shouldn’t have a problem.
Once your file is assigned to an investigator, they should reach out to you.
I actually was told by my investigator over a month ago that she was done with her report, but there has still been no update at all to my status since 2017-09-17. Any suggestions on if/how I should try to escalate this? I tried calling the main number and they said to just talk to the investigator.
Hi Matt,
Do you have the name of the tech that was processing your app? They should be able to see where the app is in the process. If you know his/her name and don’t have their phone number or email, I can help you with that.
Hello, now I’ve been waiting over 90 days for my c-10 license and it’s still pending. I’ve called several times to Sacramento and they say I have to wait till DOJ sends it out, my bond is done and exams etc. Everything is ready to go, but why is it it taking so long to send my license.??
Hello Lou,
Periodically the DOJ gets backlogged or short staffed and their processing of digital fingerprints comes to a grinding halt. Unfortunately there is nothing anyone can do about it. It’s just a hurry up and wait game.
This is what our status is saying…..I am currently studying for the exam in three weeks but under investigation. They didn’t credit me anytime at all. I have been self employed for 6 years and during that time worked for electrical contractors. I also have years of experience before being self employed. It’s all very frustrating.
01/12/2015 – APPLICATION RECEIVED
01/20/2015 – PRINTED ACKNLDGMNT LTTR TO APPLCNT
01/22/2015 – APPLICATION RETURNED FOR CORRECTION
01/22/2015 – CERT INCOMPLETE/MUST ENTER EMPLOYER
01/22/2015 – OR MARK SELF EMPLOYED BOX
01/29/2015 – RCVD CORRECTED WORK CERT
02/04/2015 – CORRECTIONS SENT TO BE SCANNED
02/13/2015 – ROUTED TO EXP ANALYST FOR REVIEW
03/05/2015 – OFFERED: W-D/NEW QUAL/FORMAL INVEST
03/23/2015 – APPLICATION RETURNED TO PROGRM TECH
03/23/2015 – APPLICANT REQUESTED FORMAL INVEST
03/23/2015 – APPLICATION POSTED
03/23/2015 – REFERRED TO EXAM SCHEDULING – BOTH
03/24/2015 – PRINTED LIVE SCAN PACKET
03/25/2015 – NOTICE TO APPEAR FOR EXM 04/16/2015
03/25/2015 – APP TO AIU FOR INVESTIGATION
03/26/2015 – APP RECEIVED IN APP INVEST UNIT
03/26/2015 – OUT FOR INVESTIGATION
04/06/2015 – EXTENDED VOID DATE
04/16/2015 – EXAM SCHEDULED FOR BOTH LAW & TRADE
Hi Kellie,
Did you provide them with any doc’s such as 1099’s, contracts, materials receipts, etc? The investigator will ask you for the same documentation.
Giving applicants zero time or not stating how much you’re being given is a common occurrence with the cslb. The investigator will dig more deeply than the wanna-be investigator in the licensing unit.
If you are applying for the C10, do you have your electricans certification? Did you belong to the union?
I’d suggest find every scrap of paper that has your name on it that proves/implies/suggests that you have the necessary experience. If you have to generate contracts and go back to clients for signatures, do that.
No pressure… but don’t fail the exam. That will give the cslb instant satisfaction in denying your app.
Lastly… if you get to a point where the investigator says they are going to deny the app…. withdraw it! An app denial flag on your name would follow you forever.
My app was also sent to Aiu, but didn’t get a test date but my app was referred to test exam and already went through the deputy. My question is can the tech reject my app? I already sent contracts to the deputy
If your app has gone thru AIU, and they referred it back to the tech to send to exams, you’re good.
Good morning,
Could you please tell me what does mean “ App to case mgmt for flag review” and what outcome you can expect?
Thank you.
Hi Lana,
It means that there is something in the history of someone listed on the license, i.e. citation, previously denied application, caught in a sting, etc.