Texas Real Estate Brokerage Sales Apprentice Education (SAE) Practice Exam

What action is typically taken if a license holder commits a serious violation?

1. Suspension of license

2. Prosecution in court

3. Written warning

4. Immediate renewal of license

The correct answer is: Suspension of license

When a license holder commits a serious violation, typically the action taken is the suspension of their license. This is a regulatory measure intended to protect the public and maintain the integrity of the real estate profession. Suspension serves as a disciplinary action that temporarily removes the individual's ability to operate as a licensed real estate professional. This action is generally reserved for significant breaches of conduct or regulatory standards, demonstrating that the violation is serious enough to warrant a pause in the individual's ability to conduct business within the industry. Suspending a license allows for a review of the circumstances surrounding the violation and provides an opportunity for corrective action or further training before the licensee is allowed to practice again. The other options, while they may be relevant in specific circumstances, are not typically the primary response to a serious breach. Prosecution in court might occur in severe cases involving criminal activity, a written warning is more common for minor infractions, and immediate renewal of a license is not aligned with the consequences of serious violations.