Alabama § 5-26-11 - Authority to Require License.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 5-26-11 — Authority to Require License., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-26-11. Authority to Require License.
In addition to any other duties imposed upon the supervisor by law, the supervisor shall require mortgage loan originators to be licensed and registered through the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry. In order to carry out this requirement the supervisor is authorized to participate in the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry. For this purpose, the supervisor may establish by rule/regulation or order requirements as necessary, including but not limited to:
(1) BACKGROUND CHECKS. Background checks for:
(a) Criminal history through fingerprint or other databases;
(b) Civil or administrative records;
(c) Credit history; or
(d) Any other information as deemed necessary by the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry.
(2) FEES. The payment of fees to apply for or renew licenses through the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry;
(3) SETTING DATES. The setting or resetting as necessary of renewal or reporting dates; and
(4) OTHER. Requirements for amending or surrendering a license or any other such activities as the supervisor deems necessary for participation in the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 5-26-11
What does Code of Alabama § 5-26-11 cover?
Section 5-26-11 ("Authority to Require License.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 5-26-11?
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Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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How does Alabama § 5-26-11 apply to my situation?
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