Can you sue in court to collect compensation for an ACO act if you were not continuously licensed during the work?

• A. Yes
• B. Only if you are licensed at the time of filing
• C. No
• D. Only in administrative tribunals

Answer: (C)

In California, performing acts that require an alarm company operator license must be done by someone who is currently licensed. That licensure isn’t just a formality—the law treats those regulated services as unauthorized if you aren’t continuously licensed during the time you perform them. Because the service itself is considered unlawful without a valid license, a contract to provide that service isn’t enforceable in court for payment. In other words, you can’t sue to collect fees for an ACO act if you were not continuously licensed while you were doing the work. The licensing requirement protects the public and keeps the work within the bounds of the law; unlicensed work isn’t something the courts will enforce for compensation.