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stressful, and the process can feel opaque. This guide walks through it step by step &mdash; how investigations are staffed, how you&rsquo;ll first hear, your rights, the standard of proof, the statute of limitations, and where an investigation leads.<\/p>\r\n  <\/header>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"takeaways wrap\">\r\n    <h2>Key takeaways<\/h2>\r\n    <ul>\r\n      <li>After an informal staff review, serious cases are formally investigated by a <strong>trained peace officer employed by the Medical Board of California<\/strong>.<\/li>\r\n      <li>You&rsquo;ll usually first hear via a <strong>letter requesting a response, a records subpoena, or a notice of investigation<\/strong>.<\/li>\r\n      <li>The Board must prove a violation by <strong>clear and convincing evidence<\/strong> &mdash; higher than a civil lawsuit.<\/li>\r\n      <li>Psychology <strong>has a statute of limitations<\/strong> (BPC &sect;2960.05): generally three years from discovery or seven years from the act &mdash; with exceptions.<\/li>\r\n      <li>The Board can compel a <strong>psychological or medical examination (BPC &sect;820)<\/strong> where impairment is in question.<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n    <h2>Step 1: How you&rsquo;ll first hear<\/h2>\r\n    <p>You usually learn of an investigation through a <strong>letter from the Board requesting a written response<\/strong>, a <strong>subpoena for records<\/strong>, or a formal <strong>notice of investigation<\/strong>. However it arrives, treat it seriously &mdash; and remember your confidentiality obligations still apply.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2>Step 2: Who investigates<\/h2>\r\n    <p>Straightforward matters are reviewed informally by Board staff. Serious allegations &mdash; sexual abuse, gross negligence, incompetence &mdash; are referred for <strong>formal investigation by a trained peace officer employed by the Medical Board of California<\/strong> (the investigators who handle the healing-arts boards). The investigator interviews you, the complainant and witnesses, and gathers records; an <strong>expert case reviewer<\/strong> (a psychologist) evaluates the standard of care.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2>Step 3: Your interview and your rights<\/h2>\r\n    <p>You can &mdash; and should &mdash; be represented by an attorney. What you say is <strong>on the record<\/strong> and can be used later, and questioning often ranges beyond the original complaint. Being professional while declining to give an immediate, unprepared account is your right, not obstruction.<\/p>\r\n    <aside class=\"note\"><p><span class=\"note-h\">Section 820 examinations<\/span>Where the Board has reason to believe a licensee&rsquo;s ability to practise safely may be impaired by a mental or physical condition, it can petition to compel a psychological or medical examination under <strong>BPC &sect;820<\/strong>. Refusing a lawful order can itself have consequences.<\/p><\/aside>\r\n\r\n    <h2>Step 4: The standard of proof<\/h2>\r\n    <p>To discipline you, the Board must prove unprofessional conduct by <strong>clear and convincing evidence<\/strong> &mdash; higher than the &ldquo;more likely than not&rdquo; test in a civil suit, though lower than the criminal standard. In clinical cases, the <strong>expert reviewer&rsquo;s view of the standard of care<\/strong> is often decisive.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2>Step 5: How far back can the Board reach?<\/h2>\r\n    <p>Psychology <strong>has a statute of limitations<\/strong>. Under <strong>BPC &sect;2960.05<\/strong>, an Accusation must generally be filed <strong>within three years after the Board discovers<\/strong> the act, or <strong>within seven years after it occurred<\/strong>, whichever comes first &mdash; with exceptions, for example for fraud, for concealed misconduct, and for certain sexual-misconduct allegations. Don&rsquo;t assume an old matter is automatically time-barred.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2>Step 6: Can I keep working?<\/h2>\r\n    <p>Usually yes. In cases of immediate threat the Board can seek an <strong>Interim Suspension Order<\/strong> through the Attorney General, and a criminal court can restrict practice under <strong>Penal Code &sect;23<\/strong> during a related prosecution &mdash; but most psychologists keep working while an investigation runs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2>Step 7: Where it leads<\/h2>\r\n    <p>An investigation ends by being <strong>closed<\/strong> (no violation &mdash; nothing published), resolved with a <strong>confidential educational or warning letter or a citation and fine<\/strong>, or referred to the <strong>Attorney General<\/strong>, whose Deputy drafts an <strong>Accusation<\/strong> &mdash; the first public document. Our guide to <a href=\"\/us\/knowledge-support\/psychologists\/california\/discipline\/\">protecting your licence<\/a> explains what happens then; if you are earlier in the process, start with <a href=\"\/us\/knowledge-support\/psychologists\/california\/complaints\/\">who can file a complaint<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"courses wrap\">\r\n    <h2>Related courses<\/h2>\r\n    <p class=\"intro\">Use the time well: demonstrate insight, competence and reflection with structured ethics and professional-development courses for U.S. psychologists:<\/p>\r\n    <a class=\"course\" href=\"https:\/\/healthcareethicscourses.com\/us\/courses\/dealing-with-a-complaint-or-investigation-professionally\/\"><span class=\"course-tag\">Course<\/span><span class=\"course-name\">Dealing with a Complaint or Investigation Professionally<\/span><span class=\"course-arr\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\r\n    <a class=\"course\" href=\"https:\/\/healthcareethicscourses.com\/us\/courses\/ensuring-clinical-competence-and-patient-safety\/\"><span class=\"course-tag\">Course<\/span><span class=\"course-name\">Ensuring Clinical Competence and Patient Safety<\/span><span class=\"course-arr\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\r\n    <a class=\"course\" href=\"https:\/\/healthcareethicscourses.com\/us\/courses\/insight-for-fitness-to-practice\/\"><span class=\"course-tag\">Course<\/span><span class=\"course-name\">Insight for Fitness to Practice<\/span><span class=\"course-arr\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\r\n    <a class=\"course\" href=\"https:\/\/healthcareethicscourses.com\/us\/courses\/reflection-for-fitness-to-practise\/\"><span class=\"course-tag\">Course<\/span><span class=\"course-name\">Reflection for Fitness to Practise<\/span><span class=\"course-arr\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\r\n    <p class=\"caveat\">These are structured ethics and professional-development courses with a certificate of completion. They are not accredited continuing professional development (CPD) and are not a substitute for the Board&rsquo;s mandatory continuing education requirements; confirm with the Board how any completion is recognized.<\/p>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"siblings wrap\">\r\n    <h2>More California psychologist guides<\/h2>\r\n    <a class=\"sib\" href=\"https:\/\/healthcareethicscourses.com\/us\/california-board-of-psychology-complaint-what-follows\/\">Who can file a complaint with the California Board of Psychology \u2014 and what follows<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\r\n    <a class=\"sib\" href=\"https:\/\/healthcareethicscourses.com\/us\/california-board-of-psychology-discipline-explained\/\">Protecting your license before the California Board of Psychology<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"faq wrap\">\r\n    <h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\r\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><h3>How will I first hear that I am being investigated?<\/h3><p>Usually through a letter from the Board requesting a written response, a subpoena for records, or a formal notice of investigation.<\/p><\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><h3>Do I have to answer the investigator&rsquo;s questions?<\/h3><p>You can and should be represented by an attorney. What you say is on the record and can be used later, and questioning often ranges beyond the original complaint.<\/p><\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><h3>What is the standard of proof?<\/h3><p>Clear and convincing evidence of unprofessional conduct &mdash; higher than the civil &lsquo;more likely than not&rsquo; standard, but lower than the criminal one.<\/p><\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><h3>Is there a statute of limitations?<\/h3><p>Yes. Under BPC &sect;2960.05 an Accusation must generally be filed within three years of the Board&rsquo;s discovery or seven years of the act &mdash; with exceptions, including for fraud and concealed misconduct.<\/p><\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><h3>Can the Board make me undergo an evaluation?<\/h3><p>Yes. Under BPC &sect;820 the Board can petition to compel a psychological or medical examination where a licensee&rsquo;s ability to practise safely may be impaired.<\/p><\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><h3>Will the investigation appear on my public record?<\/h3><p>No &mdash; not unless the Board files a formal Accusation. Matters closed at investigation are not published.<\/p><\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n    <p class=\"disclaimer\">This article is general information for education purposes and is not legal advice. If you have received a complaint, a records request, a citation or an Accusation, seek advice from a California attorney experienced in psychology licence defence and notify your professional liability insurer. Healthcare Ethics Courses is an independent education provider and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of the California Board of Psychology, the Department of Consumer Affairs, or any state agency; names are used for reference only.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\r\n{\r\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\r\n  \"@graph\": [\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Article\",\r\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/healthcareethicscourses.com\/us\/knowledge-support\/psychologists\/california\/investigation\/#article\",\r\n      \"headline\": \"The California Board of Psychology investigation process, step by step\",\r\n      \"description\": \"The California Board of Psychology investigation process, step by step \u2014 how you will first hear, who investigates, your rights, the standard of proof, the statute of limitations, and where it leads.\",\r\n      \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\",\r\n      \"datePublished\": \"2026-07-07\",\r\n      \"dateModified\": \"2026-07-07\",\r\n      \"author\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Person\",\r\n        \"name\": \"Dr Shehzad Iqbal\",\r\n        \"jobTitle\": \"Founder, Healthcare Ethics Courses\",\r\n        \"description\": \"MRCS, MRCGP, PG Cert Healthcare Law & Ethics (University of Dundee)\"\r\n      },\r\n      \"publisher\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Organization\",\r\n        \"name\": \"Healthcare Ethics Courses\",\r\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/healthcareethicscourses.com\/\"\r\n      },\r\n      \"mainEntityOfPage\": \"https:\/\/healthcareethicscourses.com\/us\/knowledge-support\/psychologists\/california\/investigation\/\",\r\n      \"about\": [\r\n        { \"@type\": \"Thing\", \"name\": \"California Board of Psychology\" },\r\n        { \"@type\": \"Thing\", \"name\": \"Psychology investigations in California\" },\r\n        { \"@type\": \"Thing\", \"name\": \"Psychology Licensing Law\" }\r\n      ]\r\n    },\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"BreadcrumbList\",\r\n      \"itemListElement\": [\r\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 1, \"name\": \"Home\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/healthcareethicscourses.com\/us\/\" },\r\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 2, \"name\": \"Knowledge & Support\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/healthcareethicscourses.com\/us\/knowledge-support\/\" },\r\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 3, \"name\": \"California Psychologists\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/healthcareethicscourses.com\/us\/knowledge-support\/\" },\r\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 4, \"name\": \"The California Board of Psychology investigation process, step by step\" }\r\n      ]\r\n    },\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\r\n      \"mainEntity\": [\r\n        {\r\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n          \"name\": \"How will I first hear that I am being investigated?\",\r\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Usually through a letter from the Board requesting a written response, a subpoena for records, or a formal notice of investigation.\" }\r\n        },\r\n        {\r\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n          \"name\": \"Do I have to answer the investigator\\u2019s questions?\",\r\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"You can and should be represented by an attorney. 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