C-9 compliance in Bakersfield — CSLB data
There are 61 C-9 licenses with a Bakersfield business address (September 2026): 57% with workers' comp on file, 34% exempt.
5 of them are suspended (0 workers' comp / 5 bond) — a suspended license cannot legally contract.
Kern County totals: 75 C-9 licenses; 1 suspended for workers' comp, 5 for bonds.
46% of Bakersfield's C-9 licenses are 20+ years old, 15% are newer than three years (median 18.2 years). 2 were issued in the last 12 months.
What CSLB requires for a C-9 license
- License bond: $25,000 on file with CSLB.
- Workers' comp: required with employees; mandatory for all active licenses from January 1, 2028 (SB 1455).
- LLC licenses: $1M+ liability insurance and a $100,000 employee/worker bond.
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Frequently asked questions
How many C-9 licenses in Bakersfield are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 5 for bond issues, out of 61 active C-9 licenses based in Bakersfield.
How many new C-9 licenses were issued in Bakersfield last year?
2 in the 12 months to September 2026. Each needed a $25,000 bond on file before CSLB issued the license.
Do C-9 drywall contractors need workers' comp?
Yes if you have employees. Solo operators can currently file an exemption; starting January 1, 2028, CSLB will require it for all active licenses (SB 1455), except joint ventures.