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Key Facts: WI Auctioneer Exam

80 Q

Exam Questions

DSPS

$126

Exam Fee

DSPS

100 Q

Practice Questions

OpenExamPrep

Quarterly

Exam Frequency

DSPS

5

Content Areas

DSPS

Wisconsin requires auctioneers to pass an 80-question quarterly exam through DSPS for $126. The exam uniquely tests federal firearms transfer laws (Gun Control Act, NICS, ATF Form 4473) alongside Wisconsin Chapter 480, trust account rules, and UCC auction provisions.

About the WI Auctioneer Exam

The Wisconsin auctioneer licensing exam is administered quarterly by the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS). It consists of 80 multiple-choice questions covering Wisconsin statutes and administrative code (Chapter 480 and SPS 5), basic math, and federal code regarding gun sales. The exam fee is $126 and is offered four times per year.

Questions

80 scored questions

Time Limit

Varies

Passing Score

Passing

Exam Fee

$126 (DSPS (WI Dept. of Safety and Professional Services))

WI Auctioneer Exam Content Outline

40%

Wisconsin Statutes & Administrative Code

Wisconsin Chapter 480, Administrative Code SPS 5, DSPS authority, licensing requirements, trust accounts, disciplinary procedures, and consumer protection (Chapter 100)

20%

Auction Ethics & Procedures

Fiduciary duties, shill bidding prohibitions, disclosure requirements, bid-calling, settlement procedures, auction types, and professional conduct

15%

Contract Law & UCC

UCC Article 2 §2-328 auction provisions, Statute of Frauds, warranties, offer and acceptance, and buyer default remedies

15%

Federal Code — Gun Sales

Gun Control Act, FFL requirements, NICS background checks, ATF Form 4473, prohibited persons, straw purchases, interstate transfers, and antique firearms exemptions

10%

Basic Math

Commission calculations, buyer's premiums, settlement statements, sales tax (5%), trust account reconciliation, and average price computations

How to Pass the WI Auctioneer Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Passing
  • Exam length: 80 questions
  • Time limit: Varies
  • Exam fee: $126

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WI Auctioneer Study Tips from Top Performers

1Study Wisconsin Chapter 480 and Administrative Code SPS 5 thoroughly — state law is the largest portion of the exam
2Learn federal firearms transfer requirements: FFL involvement, NICS background checks, ATF Form 4473, age minimums (18 for long guns, 21 for handguns from an FFL), and the antique firearms exemption (pre-1899)
3Practice commission calculations, buyer's premium math, settlement statements, and trust account reconciliation
4Master UCC §2-328 auction rules: reserve vs. without reserve, when the sale is complete, shill bidding remedies, and the Statute of Frauds ($500 threshold)
5Review Wisconsin consumer protection law (Chapter 100) and how it applies to deceptive auction practices

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on the Wisconsin auctioneer licensing exam?

The Wisconsin auctioneer exam consists of 80 multiple-choice questions. The exam is administered quarterly by DSPS and covers Wisconsin statutes and administrative code, basic math, and federal code regarding gun sales. The exam fee is $126.

How often is the Wisconsin auctioneer exam offered?

The Wisconsin auctioneer exam is offered quarterly (four times per year) by the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS). Because of the limited testing schedule, candidates should plan their preparation timeline carefully.

What topics does the Wisconsin auctioneer exam cover?

The exam covers Wisconsin statutes (Chapter 480) and administrative code (SPS 5), basic math including commission and settlement calculations, and federal code regarding gun sales including the Gun Control Act, FFL transfers, and NICS background checks.

Does the Wisconsin auctioneer exam test federal firearms law?

Yes, the Wisconsin auctioneer exam specifically tests federal code regarding gun sales. This includes FFL requirements for firearms transfers at auction, NICS background checks, ATF Form 4473, prohibited persons, interstate transfer rules, and age requirements for handgun vs. long gun purchases.