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O.C.G.A. § 7-1-705-1: Banking and Finance — O.C.G.A. § 7-1-705-1

What this law says, in plain English

A person cannot become an owner or executive officer of a licensed financial institution without prior written approval from the department. The applicant must file an application, provide financial and background information, and pay a required fee.

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