Louisiana § RS 47:818.41 - Grounds for denial of license
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§ RS 47:818.41. Grounds for denial of license
A. The secretary may refuse to issue a license under this Subpart if the applicant or any principal of the applicant:
(1) Had a license or registration issued under prior law or this Subpart canceled by the secretary for reason as set forth in R.S. 47:818.42.
(2) Had a license or registration issued by another state revoked, denied, or canceled for cause.
(3) Had a federal certificate of registry issued under 26 USC 4101 and the regulations adopted thereunder, or a similar federal authorization, revoked.
(4) Has been convicted of any offense involving fraud or misrepresentation.
(5) Has been convicted of any other offense that indicates that the applicant may not comply with this Subpart if issued a license.
(6) Is in arrears to the state for any taxes.
(7) Is determined not to be the real party in interest.
(8) His agents, officers, or employees have a prior conviction for motor fuel tax evasion in this state or any state, federal, or foreign jurisdiction.
(9) For good cause as determined by the secretary.
B. No license shall be granted when the applicant or anyone connected with the applicant's business has been previously convicted of any violation of this Chapter or of any felony under the laws of this state or of the United States.
Acts 2005, No. 252, §1, eff. July 1, 2006.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section RS 47:818.41 ("Grounds for denial of license") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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