KRS 325.285: Consent to jurisdiction of the board by unlicensed persons and firms.

(1) A person or firm that enters this state in person or by mail, telephone, or other

electronic means; represents himself, herself, or itself as a "certified public

accountant," "CPA," or CPA firm; and performs or offers to perform a regulated

activity for a client whose home office is located in this state or a person who is a

resident of this state without first:

(a) Obtaining a license under this chapter;

(b) Complying with the practice privilege requirement in KRS 325.282; or

(c) Qualifying for the exemption from licensure under KRS 325.301;

consents to the personal, subject matter, and disciplinary jurisdiction of the board.

(2) The board may conduct investigations and hearings and impose sanctions against

the person or firm as if the person or firm held a license under this chapter.