What is the penalty for allowing unlicensed activities if convicted?

• A. A fine up to 1000 dollars
• B. A imprisonment for a year
• C. A felony and fine up to 5000 dollars
• D. A civil penalty only

Answer: (C)

Allowing unlicensed activities is treated as a criminal violation, not just a minor infraction. The correct result reflects that seriousness by labeling the offense a felony and imposing a financial penalty up to $5,000. The felony designation means potential criminal penalties beyond a simple fine, underscoring the risk to the public when regulated tasks are performed without the proper license. The monetary cap provides a clear deterrent against skirting licensing requirements. In contrast, civil penalties only or a misdemeanor-level jail term would not convey the same level of enforcement or public protection, and a smaller fine wouldn’t capture the criminal nature of the act.