Contracts with unlicensed persons are enforceable by the unlicensed person if the purpose of the licensing statute is to simply raise revenue rather than to protect the public from unqualified practitioners.

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Contracts with unlicensed persons are enforceable by the unlicensed person if the purpose of the licensing statute is to simply raise revenue rather than to protect the public from unqualified practitioners.​

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If the purpose of the licensing requirement is merely to raise revenue (as opposed to protecting the public by ensuring competence), courts may find contracts with unlicensed individuals enforceable, as the primary concern is not the qualification of the practitioner.

Contracts with Unlicensed Persons Are Enforceable by the Unlicensed Person