Whoever denies a contractor’s license or performance bond solely on the grounds specified in this article is liable for each and every such offense for the actual damages, and two hundred fifty dollars ($250) in addition thereto, suffered by the licensee or applicant for a license.

(Amended by Stats. 1979, Ch. 1013.)

Terms Used In California Insurance Code 12097

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • licensee: means an insurer, agent, broker, or any other person who is required to be licensed by the department. See California Insurance Code 38.6
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