The purpose and intent of this chapter is to establish and enforce standards of ethics in the profession of immigration assistance by private individuals who are not exempted by this chapter. This chapter shall be administered and enforced by the Secretary of State. The Secretary of State may delegate such of his or her powers or duties under this chapter as he or she desires to a division director in his or her office. With respect to the enforcement of this chapter, the Secretary of State shall retain all powers and duties and may perform all functions of the licensing boards as provided in Chapter 1 of this title.
History. Code 1981, § 43-20A-3 , enacted by Ga. L. 2008, p. 1112, § 15/HB 1055.
Structure Georgia Code
Title 43 - Professions and Businesses
Chapter 20A - Regulation of Private Immigration Assistance Services
§ 43-20A-3. Purpose and Intent of Chapter; Administration and Enforcement
§ 43-20A-4. Licensing of Immigration Assistance Providers
§ 43-20A-5. Permissible Services; Terms of Contract for Immigration Services
§ 43-20A-6. Exemptions From Provisions of This Chapter
§ 43-20A-7. Civil Penalties for Violations; Private Cause of Action; Rules and Regulations
§ 43-20A-8. Maintaining Documents
§ 43-20A-13. Authority to Employ Investigators
§ 43-20A-14. Disclosure of Information
§ 43-20A-15. Formal Order of Investigation; Authorized Action; Emergency Order; Notice Requirements
§ 43-20A-16. Cause for Disciplinary Actions; Disciplinary Order a Final Order
§ 43-20A-18. Cease and Desist Order
§ 43-20A-19. Notice of Opportunity for Hearing
§ 43-20A-20. Licensee Required to Notify Licensing Authority Within 10 Days of Felony Conviction