North Dakota Real Estate Practice Exam

The commission can take action against a licensee if the licensee is found guilty of a crime related to their role. This is because criminal activity, particularly when it pertains to the practice of real estate, undermines the integrity of the profession and can affect public trust. Crimes like fraud, embezzlement, or other activities that violate real estate law can lead to disciplinary actions such as license suspension or revocation. Such measures help ensure that licensees adhere to ethical and legal standards necessary to protect consumers and maintain the professionalism of the real estate industry.

In contrast, actions based on a personal vendetta or anonymous complaints do not sufficiently justify commission intervention, as they lack the substantiation of a clear violation of professional conduct or laws. Selling properties without disclosure, while potentially unethical, may not immediately warrant action unless it violates specific laws regarding disclosure requirements. Therefore, having a conviction for a crime directly associated with real estate practice is a clear and justifiable reason for the commission to act against a licensee.