§ 43-47-1. Short Title
This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the “Used Motor Vehicle Dealers’ and Used Motor Vehicle Parts Dealers’ Registration Act.” History. Ga. L. 1958, p. 55, § 1; Ga. L. 1995, p. 441, § 1; Ga. L. 1999, p. 81, § 43.
§ 43-47-10. Investigation of Licensees by Board; Suspension or Revocation of License; Other Sanctions
The board or each division may, upon its own motion, and shall, upon the verified complaint in writing of any person, investigate the actions of any licensee or anyone who shall assume to act in such capacity. Each division shall have power, in addition to the other powers authorized by this chapter, to revoke or […]
§ 43-47-11. Hearings Before Board as to Suspension of or Revocation of Licenses
Except as provided in subsection (l) of Code Section 43-47-8, no license shall be suspended or revoked without a hearing in accordance with Chapter 13 of Title 50, the “Georgia Administrative Procedure Act.” History. Ga. L. 1958, p. 55, § 12; Ga. L. 1995, p. 441, § 1; Ga. L. 1996, p. 6, § 43.
§ 43-47-11.1. Registration With Commissioner of Motor Vehicle Safety; Application for Dealer’s Registration Plate
As provided by law, every licensee who transfers a used motor vehicle title within this state shall register with the state revenue commissioner, making application for a dealer’s registration plate. No person not licensed in accordance with this chapter shall be entitled to receive or use any dealer’s registration plates for motor vehicles under the […]
§ 43-47-12. Maintenance of Records by Licensees; Possession of Vehicle or Parts as Evidence of Purchase for Resale
Every licensee shall maintain for three years a record of: Every vehicle, vehicle body, chassis, or major component part of or for a vehicle received or acquired by him or her; its description and any identifying numbers; the date of its receipt or acquisition; and the full name, address, and driver’s license number or social […]
§ 43-47-13. Local Regulation and Licensing
Nothing in this chapter shall prohibit any lawful regulation or licensing of licensees by any municipality, county, or other political subdivision of this state; provided, however, that no such political subdivision shall license any licensee required to be registered by this chapter unless such licensee is properly licensed under this chapter. History. Ga. L. 1958, […]
§ 43-47-14. Fines for Violation of Chapter
Each division or the board may impose a fine not to exceed $500.00 for each violation of any provision of this chapter. Such fines shall be listed in a schedule contained in the rules and regulations of the board. The licensee shall pay the fine within 30 days after receiving written notification from either the […]
§ 43-47-15. Compliance With “Motor Vehicle Certificate of Title Act” Required
Any licensee who purchases a wrecked or salvage motor vehicle or rebuilds a wrecked or salvage motor vehicle shall fully comply with Chapter 3 of Title 40, the “Motor Vehicle Certificate of Title Act,” regarding titling and inspection of salvage and rebuilt vehicles, and shall comply with any rules and regulations adopted by the state […]
§ 43-47-16. Licensees to Furnish Certain Information to Purchasers
All licensees under this chapter who operate salvage pools shall furnish to any person who purchases a motor vehicle the make, model, year, body style, and vehicle identification number of the particular vehicle sold. In the event that the operator of a salvage pool is an insurance company, the claim number of the vehicle shall […]
§ 43-47-17. Consent to Inspection as Condition of Licensure
Every person required to be licensed under this chapter shall, as a condition of licensure, be deemed to have granted authority and permission to the board, to either division, or to any peace officer to inspect any record or document and any motor vehicle or motor vehicle part or accessory at or on the premises […]
§ 43-47-18. Impoundment of Used Vehicles Displayed for Sale at Unlicensed Facilities
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prohibit municipalities or counties, by ordinance or resolution, from authorizing local law enforcement officers to impound used motor vehicles which are displayed for sale at unlicensed facilities, provided that such ordinances or resolutions provide for actual prior notice to the owners of such motor vehicles of such […]
§ 43-47-19. Sales on Consignment Basis
No licensee, except any licensed auto auction or salvage pool selling at its regular place of business, shall sell any used motor vehicle on a consignment basis unless the licensee places his or her name on the title at the time of sale and complies with all other applicable laws. History. Code 1981, § 43-47-19 […]
§ 43-47-2. Definitions
As used in this chapter, the term: “Board” means the State Board of Registration of Used Motor Vehicle Dealers and Used Motor Vehicle Parts Dealers. “Dismantler” means any person, partnership, limited liability company, firm, or corporation engaged in the business of acquiring wrecked, abandoned, or reparable motor vehicles and selling either the usable parts, the […]
§ 43-47-20. Prior Rules Remain Valid
It is the intent of the General Assembly that all parts of rules properly adopted under this chapter and Chapter 48 of this title prior to July 1, 1995, which do not conflict with this chapter shall be valid until such time as they are repealed, revised, amended, or otherwise changed under Chapter 13 of […]
§ 43-47-21. Civil Penalty; Civil Actions; Right of Private Action; Persons Already Licensed to Make Changes at Time of Renewal of License
Any person, regardless of whether that person is a licensee or not, who commits or causes to be done any act that violates this chapter or fails to do any act or causes to be omitted any act that is required by this chapter shall be subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $3,000.00 […]
§ 43-47-22. Penalty; Injunctions
Any person, firm, or corporation who violates this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. In addition to such criminal penalty, the board may bring an action to enjoin any violation, actual or threatened, of this chapter notwithstanding the existence of an adequate remedy at law. History. Ga. L. 1958, p. 55, § 14; Code […]
§ 43-47-3. Creation of Board; Composition; Terms of Office; Vacancies; Election of Chairperson; Divisions
There is created a State Board of Registration of Used Motor Vehicle Dealers and Used Motor Vehicle Parts Dealers. The board shall be comprised of 14 members: Three members shall be independent used car dealers; Three members shall be appointed from the public at large and shall have no connection whatsoever with the sale of […]
§ 43-47-4. Division Director as Secretary of Board
The division director shall be the secretary of the board and of the divisions. He or she shall issue licenses and certificates and perform such other duties as the board or the divisions may direct to carry out this chapter. History. Ga. L. 1958, p. 55, § 5; Ga. L. 1995, p. 441, § 1; […]
§ 43-47-5. Reimbursement of Board Members
The members of the board shall be reimbursed for their duties as board members and as division members as provided for in subsection (f) of Code Section 43-1-2. History. Ga. L. 1958, p. 55, § 6; Ga. L. 1981, p. 767, § 1; Ga. L. 1995, p. 441, § 1.
§ 43-47-6. General Powers and Duties of Board
All powers and duties under this chapter not specifically reserved to the board shall be the powers and duties of the division. The board shall have the following powers and duties: To receive applications for registration of licensees and to forward them to the appropriate division; To make such rules and regulations as may be […]