Georgia § 40-2-157 - Payment of fees under International Registration Plan.
Full text of Georgia Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 40-2-157 — Payment of fees under International Registration Plan., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40-2-157. Payment of fees under International Registration Plan.
Any person initially registering under the International Registration Plan any of the vehicles named in subsection (a), (b), or (c) of Code Section 40-2-152 and whose next registration period ends less than 12 months from the date of application or first date of service of such vehicle shall pay a license fee in an amount equal to one-twelfth of the annual license fee provided by this article multiplied by the number of months remaining until the end of such next registration period. (Code 1981, § 48-10-7.1, enacted by Ga. L. 1999, p. 741, § 3; Ga. L. 2001, p. 1173, § 1-7; Code 1981, § 40-2-157 , as redesignated by Ga. L. 2002, p. 1074, §§ 1, 4.) Code Commission notes. - Pursuant to Code Section 28-9-5, in 2002, "Code Section 40-2-152" was substituted for "Code Section 48-10-2.1". Editor's notes. - Ga. L. 2002, p. 1074, § 8, not codified by the General Assembly, provides: "This Act shall not abate any prosecution, punishment, penalty, administrative proceedings or remedies, or civil action related to any violation of law committed prior to the effective date of this Act." This act became effective July 1, 2002.
Source: official Georgia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Georgia § 40-2-157
What does Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 40-2-157 cover?
Section 40-2-157 ("Payment of fees under International Registration Plan.") is part of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the codified statutory law of Georgia. 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 Georgia § 40-2-157?
A common citation format is "Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 40-2-157" (Georgia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Georgia law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Georgia official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Georgia attorney.
How does Georgia § 40-2-157 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Georgia can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Georgia.