Violation

California Code § 87411(g)(2)Clearance Transfer

How CCLD inspectors cite this regulation, what operators do to stay clear of it, and where it appears in the public record.

Type A, seriousAffects rcfe27 facilities cited in the last 90 days

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to residents. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

Educational reference based on public CCLD inspection records. Not legal or compliance advice. Verify requirements with official sources. Full disclaimer

Regulation text

What California Code § 87411(g)(2) actually says

California Code § 87411(g)(2)

Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance as specified in Section 87355(c) or

From the field

What operators tell us about this citation

Based on community experience, not official guidance.

Never let a new hire begin working until their criminal record transfer is fully approved. LPAs match your staff schedule against clearance records, and finding an unapproved worker results in an immediate Type A citation.

By the numbers

27^*CCLD: facilities cited in the last 90 days
9^*CCLD: counties where this citation appeared
--^*CCLD: rank among most-common citations
Trajectory: Steady; Last 90 days vs. previous 90 days.

27 facilities were cited for this in the last 90 days. See if yours is one of them.

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What other operators do

Common practices to stay clear of Clearance Transfer

Common practices shared by operators. Confirm requirements with your licensing analyst.

Common practices

Submit a request to transfer the criminal record clearance for any new hire.
Verify clearance status before allowing the individual to provide care to residents.
Maintain documentation of the transfer request as specified by CCLD.

What to avoid

Allowing a new caregiver to start working before the clearance transfer is complete.
Assuming a recent background check from another facility automatically transfers over.
Losing paperwork or failing to follow up on pending transfer requests.

Regional record

Where this citation appeared in the past 90 days

Citation counts and rates by California county, drawn from CCLD inspection records.

Regional citations for Clearance Transfer, last 90 days
County	Citations
Sacramento	8
Orange	5
Riverside	3
Fresno	2
Los Angeles	2
San Joaquin	2
Contra Costa	2
San Mateo	1
Santa Clara	1

SOURCE

*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Divisionviolation_citations2026-07-13Updated weekly

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Answers based on public CCLD data and regulation text. May not reflect recent changes.

What is a criminal record clearance transfer violation?

This violation occurs when an assisted living facility fails to request a transfer of a criminal record clearance for a new employee. Title 22, Section 87411(g)(2) requires operators to initiate this transfer. This process ensures individuals working with residents have passed a background check. Failing to do so exposes residents to direct and immediate risk.

How common is a clearance transfer violation in California assisted living?

Public California CCLD records show 26 RCFEs were cited for failing to request criminal record transfers. This is classified as a Type A violation due to the direct and immediate risk to residents. Sacramento and Orange counties had the highest number of facilities affected by this specific deficiency.

What happens if an RCFE is cited for a clearance transfer violation?

Because this is a Type A citation, the facility faces serious consequences from Community Care Licensing. Type A citations carry higher civil penalties than Type B citations. The operator must correct the violation immediately, often by removing the staff member until the clearance is verified and approved.

How do I fix or prevent a clearance transfer violation?

Always request a criminal record clearance transfer before letting a new hire start working in your community. Keep a tracking spreadsheet for all pending clearances and follow up weekly. Train your hiring manager on the exact CCLD transfer request process. An LPA will review staff records and check transfer dates during any visit.

Does a clearance transfer violation affect my RCFE license?

Yes, this Type A citation goes on your public facility record and signals a failure in resident safety. CCLD views unverified staff as a severe threat. Accumulating Type A deficiencies can lead to probation, temporary suspension, or revocation of your RCFE license if the pattern is not corrected.

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This information is educational and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed residential care compliance consultant for guidance specific to your facility. Citation data is sourced from California Community Care Licensing Division public records and is refreshed regularly.

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