Real Estate Exam [California] 03, DRE Jurisdiction and Disciplinary Actions

Real Estate Exam [California] 03, DRE Jurisdiction and Disciplinary Actions

From Real Estate Exam Prep by Ran Chen, EA, CFP®

June 6, 2026 · 3 min

About this episode

This episode discusses the role of the California DRE and its disciplinary actions in real estate licensing.

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - The primary role of the California DRE and Real Estate Commissioner is to protect the public by enforcing the Real Estate Law. - The DRE's disciplinary process typically involves an investigation, an Accusation, and the licensee's right to a formal hearing. - The Commissioner's disciplinary options range from issuing a probationary restricted license to temporary suspension or permanent revocation. - A Desist and Refrain Order is used to immediately halt illegal or unlicensed activities that pose a threat to the public. - A critical exam distinction: The DRE has authority over licenses but cannot impose criminal penalties (like jail time) or award civil damages. For more free exam prep tools, practice questions, and AI-powered explanations, visit https://open-exam-prep.com/ or YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep

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