Georgia § 7-3-20 - Requirements for original and renewal licenses.

Full text of Georgia Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 7-3-20 — Requirements for original and renewal licenses., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 7-3-20. Requirements for original and renewal licenses.

Each applicant for an original or renewal license shall: Submit an application in writing, under oath, and in such form as the department may prescribe; Furnish to the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System and Registry the following information: The legal name and principal business address of the person applying for the license; The names and the residence and business addresses of each director, owner, and executive officer of the applicant; The address of each location where the applicant will engage in the business of making installment loans in this state; Any name, subject to approval by the department, under which the applicant will engage in the business of making installment loans in this state; and The name and address of the initial registered agent and registered office for service of process in this state; Submit such other data, financial statements, and pertinent information as the department may require with respect to the applicant or its directors, owners, or executive officers; and Pay a nonrefundable supervision fee established by rules and regulations of the department. A person applying for an original license shall pay a nonrefundable investigation fee established by rules and regulations of the department. (Code 1981, § 7-3-20 , enacted by Ga. L. 2020, p. 156, § 2/SB 462.) Editor's notes. - Ga. L. 2020, p. 156, § 2/SB 462, effective June 30, 2020, redesignated former Code Section 7-3-20 as present Code Section 7-3-17.

Source: official Georgia text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Georgia § 7-3-20

What does Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 7-3-20 cover?

Section 7-3-20 ("Requirements for original and renewal licenses.") 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 § 7-3-20?

A common citation format is "Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 7-3-20" (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 § 7-3-20 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.