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Misunderstood a question on the California Insurance Application regarding having a misdemeanor. I thought it asked if I had a misdemeanor with an investment-related activity, in which I answered no. I do have a misdemeanor related to a DUI in which my application was denied.
Resolution
Stipulation and Consent
Sanctions
Civil and Administrative Penalty(ies)/Fine(s)
Amount
$250.00
Sanctions
Administrative penalty of $250 to the Department of Insurance.
Broker Comment
California Department of Insurance issued an Order Removing Restrictions on May 22, 2023, stating Mr. Gong has substantially met and complied with the restrictions and conditions placed upon said license. The conditions and restrictions on Mr. Gong's license and licensing rights are removed and an unrestricted license to act in the foregoing capacity have been issued to Mr. Gong.
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IA
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Disclosures
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Disclosures can be customer complaints or arbitrations, regulatory actions, employment terminations, bankruptcy filings and certain civil or criminal proceedings that they were a part of.