CT HB06808

Expands criminal penalties for unlicensed practice to include negligent violations (not just willful ones) and maintains Class B misdemeanor classification, with possible probation up to five years if restitution cannot be completed within standard probation periods.

Establishes 48-hour cease work order procedures for violations, requiring examining boards and Commissioner of Consumer Protection to issue orders and allow violators to request a hearing within ten days.

Increases civil penalties for occupational licensing violations: up to $1,000 for first offense, $1,500 for second offense, and up to $3,000 for subsequent violations within three years, with municipalities receiving half the penalty amount if violations were reported by building officials.

Modifies Department of Consumer Protection complaint procedures to mandate the commissioner bring complaints before boards or commissions for formal hearings when probable cause exists, rather than giving the commissioner discretionary authority.

Makes all provisions effective October 1, 2015, and applies enforcement measures to licensing chapters 20, 394, 399b, and 482.