Utah General Contractors - Business and Law Practice Exam

Who is responsible for investigating violations of the Utah Construction Trades Licensing Act?

1. The local police department

2. The Division of Occupational/Professional Licensing

3. The state legislature

4. The contractors’ board

The correct answer is: The Division of Occupational/Professional Licensing

The responsibility for investigating violations of the Utah Construction Trades Licensing Act falls to the Division of Occupational/Professional Licensing. This division operates under the Utah Department of Commerce and is specifically tasked with overseeing various professional and occupational licensing boards, including those related to construction trades. Their mandate includes ensuring that licensees comply with state laws and regulations, which encompasses investigating any alleged violations. In contrast, while the local police department might handle some construction-related legal issues, they are not charged with the specific oversight of licensing regulations. The state legislature's role is to create and amend laws, rather than enforce them. The contractors' board, while involved in licensing and regulatory matters, primarily provides input and recommendations rather than conducting investigations themselves. Hence, the Division of Occupational/Professional Licensing is the designated authority for this responsibility.