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General, Office of Banking and Finance, Department of Consumer Complaint Procedures Consumers with complaints against financial institutions chartered or otherwise supervised by the State of Georgia Department of Banking and Finance can file complaints with the Department of Banking and Finance. Department Overview and Links to Related Laws An overview of the history of the Department of Banking and Finance and links to Code Sections related to the financial institutions industry Regulators and Industry Groups The Department maintains working relationships with other regulatory agencies, and works closely with trade and industry organizations. This listing is provided to assist you in contacting them. Regulatory Publications and Bulletins Monthly bulletin of announcements affecting financial institutions, i.e. new charters, mergers,& legislative. Mortgage Division monthly bulletin on licensing activities, and industry related documents. Updated monthly. Community Affairs, Department of Questions Frequently Asked By Tenants and Landlords This booklet is designed to answer common residential landlord-tenant questions. The booklet presents basic landlord-tenant law using accessible language and format. Consumer Affairs, Governor's Office of Consumer Complaint Procedure An on-line complaint form is available. Consumers can also send a letter to the Office including all pertinent information and documentation relative to the complaint against the business. Consumer Education The Office maintains a supply of various brochures and tip sheets which provide information on consumer rights and responsibilities. Legal Remedies Legal remedies available for violations of the Georgia Fair Business Practices Act (FBPA) include a variety of administrative actions as well as civil and criminal penalties. Motor Vehicle Warranty Rights Act (Lemon Law) General information about Georgia's Lemon Law. New motor vehicles purchased, leased or registered in Georgia on or after July 1, 1990 are covered by this law. The site includes various Lemon Law forms. Private Right of Action Consumers can also pursue violations of the Georgia Fair Business Practices Act through their private attorney under the private right of action afforded by O.C.G.A. §10-1-399. Legal Services Legal Services handles information on proposed rulemakings, rules, waivers and other procedural matters affecting Georgia K-12 public education. Legislation and Special Projects Legislation and Special Projects provides Federal and State legislative information of interest to K-12 educators in Georgia. Corporation Search Search for corporations registered in Georgia using the corporation name, registered agent, or officer. Georgia Code Search the Official Code of Georgia (unannotated) using keywords or code sections. Georgia Register Administrative Rules and Regulations, Attorney General Opinions, Bid Opportunities, and other information.. Rules Waiver A register of pending and approved waivers and variances to agency rules. Indigent Defense Council, Georgia State agency that assists counties and indigent defense attorneys in providing legal services to those who cannot afford counsel in criminal cases. Georgia Department of Labor Safety Engineering Safety Engineering is responsible for promoting and protecting the safety of Georgia's citizens and their workplace through a variety of state and federal programs including OSHA and CFOI, and inspection of boilers, pressure vessels and elevators. Medicaid Fraud This page details the problem of Medicaid fraud in Georgia and nationwide, and gives phone numbers and agencies to contact to report fraud. Rules of the State Personnel Board These rules govern state employees in the classified service of the Georgia Merit System of Personnel Administration. Natural Resources, Department of Rules and Regulations for the Environmental Protection Division A list of all rules and proposed rules for EPD Prosecuting
Attorneys' Council of Georgia Information about the Council and a searchable database of district attorneys and solicitors for the state. 1997, 1998, and 1999 Passed Legislation A listing of the legislation affecting the Department of Revenue passed in the 1997, 1998 and 1999 legislative sessions. Georgia Property Tax Law Index Links to codes sections, rules and regulations, and case law administered by the Georgia Property Tax Division. Property Tax Guide for the Georgia Taxpayer General information on the taxation of ad valorem property in Georgia and on the administration of unclaimed property statutes. Administrative Rules and Regulations Administrative rules and regulations for all state agencies. Georgia
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