Crimes relating to Florida contracting

In Florida, the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) oversees licensing and regulation for various construction professionals. For the purpose of maintaining a license, certain crimes may be considered irrelevant to contracting, meaning they may not directly impact a contractor’s ability to hold or maintain a license.

Here are examples of crimes that generally do not relate to contracting:

1. Traffic Violations: Minor offenses such as speeding tickets or parking violations typically do not affect licensing status.
2. Theft of Non-Construction Related Items: Crimes like shoplifting or petty theft that don’t pertain to construction materials or tools may not be relevant.
3. Drug Offenses (Non-Related to the Construction Site): Drug offenses that do not involve construction sites or business operations may not be directly relevant. However, drug-related crimes can sometimes impact licensing depending on the specifics.
4. Public Disorder Crimes: Offenses such as disorderly conduct or public intoxication that are unrelated to the professional conduct of contracting are usually not considered.
5. Certain White-Collar Crimes: Some financial crimes like embezzlement or fraud, unless they directly relate to contracting activities or involve construction funds, may not directly impact licensing.

However, it’s essential to note that even if a crime doesn’t directly relate to contracting, the CILB can still consider the nature and circumstances of the crime when evaluating an applicant’s or licensee’s fitness for holding a license. Major offenses or patterns of criminal behavior may raise concerns about the individual’s suitability for a professional license, even if the crimes are not directly related to contracting activities. For the most accurate and specific guidance, reviewing the Florida statutes or consulting with a legal expert or licensing authority would be advisable.