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Can you summarize GACO 50-27-73?
General Provisions > Refusal to issue or renew license; revocation or suspension; hearing; limitation on issuance of licenses.
Short Summary
This legal document governs the refusal to issue or renew licenses, as well as the revocation or suspension of licenses under the Bona Fide Coin Operated Amusement Machines article. It applies to applicants and licensees under this article. The document outlines various grounds for refusal, revocation, or suspension of licenses, including intentional violations of the chapter or regulations, failure to provide requested information or making false statements, coercion, unauthorized use of master license certificates or per machine permit stickers, failure to meet obligations imposed by tax laws or other regulations, and engaging in unfair methods of competition or unfair or deceptive acts or practices. The document also establishes the requirement for a hearing to ascertain grounds for revocation, suspension, or refusal to issue or renew a license. Additionally, it provides for the issuance of Class B master licenses through a competitive auction process, with exemptions for existing license holders. Penalties for non-compliance include fines, seizure of machines, and assessment of fees and costs.
Whom does it apply to?
Applicants and licensees under the Bona Fide Coin Operated Amusement Machines article
What does it govern?
Refusal to issue or renew license; revocation or suspension; hearing; limitation on issuance of licenses
What are exemptions?
Manufacturers are exempt from the requirement to designate and maintain an office in the state or permit inspection of their place of business or records
What are the Penalties?
Fine of $1,000 for each improper use of a per machine permit sticker and $25,000 for each improper use of a master license certificate. Seizure of machines and assessment of master license and permit fees and seizure costs may also be imposed.
Jurisdiction
Georgia