Ala. Admin. Code r. 535-X-14 § 535-X-14-.05
Penalties And Appeals
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(1) Failure to satisfactorily complete any of the courses described herein and comply with the contents of the instruction while licensed in Alabama may result in the suspension or revocation of a salesperson’s license or a fine in an amount not to exceed $500 for each violation. (2) An appeal for a hearing may be filed in accordance with the procedures in Chapter 535-X-12-.08(2).
Alabama Administrative Code r. 535-X-14 § 535-X-14-.05 establishes consequences for real estate salespersons who fail to satisfactorily complete required courses or comply with their instructional content while holding an Alabama license. The rule allows the relevant authority to impose penalties ranging up to suspension or revocation of the salesperson's license, or a fine of up to $500 per violation. It also provides a formal appeal pathway for those who wish to contest such a determination.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 535-X-14-.05, property management companies and brokerages that employ licensed Alabama salespersons have a general interest in ensuring those licensees remain in good standing by completing all required coursework. A compliant operation typically tracks continuing education deadlines and verifies that affiliated salespersons have fulfilled their instructional obligations. Failure by a salesperson to meet these requirements can result in license suspension, revocation, or fines, which may affect the brokerage's ability to conduct business.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
While § 535-X-14-.05 primarily governs the licensing and conduct of Alabama real estate salespersons rather than tenant rights directly, tenants who believe a salesperson acting on a landlord's behalf is unlicensed or non-compliant with licensing requirements may have grounds to raise that concern with the relevant Alabama licensing authority. The provision confirms that violations can result in fines up to $500 per violation, license suspension, or revocation, and that an appeal process exists under Chapter 535-X-12-.08(2). Tenant-rights organizations can help identify whether a licensing concern is relevant to a particular housing situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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