BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — A two-day undercover sting operation conducted by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) led to the arrest of ten alleged unlicensed contractors in Bakersfield. The operation took place between April 24 and 25, 2025.
The suspects reportedly submitted bids ranging from $1,600 to $4,800 for home improvement work, exceeding the $1,000 threshold that requires a contractor’s license.
In addition to operating without a license, some of the suspects are accused of violating state laws by requesting excessive down payments and advertising services without proper licensing…