When a broker attempts to renew his license, he intentionally lists a 3-hour course twice in order to reach 30 hours. The Director can:

• A. Suspend the license and charge him with misrepresentation
• B. Approve the renewal but reprimand him
• C. Do nothing
• D. Charge a fine only

Answer: (A)

Intentional misrepresentation on renewal education hours is a serious violation that undermines the integrity of the licensing process. When a broker lists a course twice to reach the required total, they are falsifying their hours, which regulators treat as deceptive conduct. The Director has authority to suspend the license and formally charge misrepresentation to protect the public and deter similar behavior. Approving the renewal with a reprimand, doing nothing, or imposing only a fine would not address the deceptive act and could undermine ongoing compliance. Thus, suspending the license and charging misrepresentation reflects the appropriate disciplinary response for this kind of falsification.