Carlos Blanco Fined $5,000 for Forging Engineer Seal Without License
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The Florida Board of Professional Engineers issued a final order against Carlos Blanco (Case No. 2024042489) on March 12, 2026, imposing a $5,000 fine and $70.20 in costs. The Board found that Blanco violated Sections 471.031(1)(a) and (c), Florida Statutes, by offering engineering services without a license and forging the signature and seal of deceased engineer James D. Wells Jr., PE, on plans for a project in Doral, Florida. This enforcement action reinforces the Board's prohibition against unlicensed engineering practice and the unauthorized use of another professional's credentials.
“Respondent offered engineering services for a project in Doral and forged the signature and seal of deceased engineer James D. Wells Jr., PE, on plans for the project.”
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The Florida Board of Professional Engineers issued a final order against Carlos Blanco for violations of Sections 471.031(1)(a) and (c), Florida Statutes, finding that he practiced engineering without a license and forged the signature and seal of licensed engineer James D. Wells Jr., PE, on plans for a project in Doral. The Board imposed a $5,000 fine and $70.20 in costs.\n\nProfessional engineers and firms offering engineering services should ensure their licenses are current and active before providing services. Any use of another professional's credentials, including deceased engineers, constitutes a serious violation. The Board actively investigates and disciplines unlicensed practice, as demonstrated by this enforcement action.
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Fine of $5,000 plus costs of $70.20
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CARLOS BLANCO
Case No. 2024042489
Respondent was charged with violating Sections 471.031(1)(a) and (c), Florida Statutes, practicing engineering without a license. Respondent offered engineering services for a project in Doral and forged the signature and seal of deceased engineer James D. Wells Jr., PE, on plans for the project.
Ruling: The Board imposed a fine of $5,000 and costs of $70.20. Final Order was filed on March 12, 2026.
Violation: Sections 471.031(1)(a) and (c), F.S.
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