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GA Code § 43-19-5 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-5. Board Meetings; Officers

  The board shall hold such meetings as may be necessary for it to carry out its duties under this chapter. An affirmative vote of a majority of the members present shall be necessary to transact business.   The board shall annually elect a chairman and a vice-chairman. The division director shall be the secretary of the board and, in addition to his duties as prescribed by law, shall perform such other administrative duties as may be prescribed by the board.    (Code 1933, § 84-2515A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-2115A, as redesignated by Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1; Ga. L. 1987, p. 603, § 2; Ga. L. 2000, p. 1706, § 19.)
GA Code § 43-19-6 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-6. General Powers and Duties of Board

 In addition to other powers and duties specified in this chapter, the board shall:    Adopt and amend rules and regulations which may be reasonably necessary for this chapter and the regulation of proceedings before the board. The board and all of its rules, regulations, and procedures are subject to and shall comply with Chapter 13 of Title 50, the "Georgia Administrative Procedure Act";   Adopt and have an official seal;   Issue, renew, and reinstate the certificates of duly qualified persons;   Initiate investigations for the purpose of discovering violations of this chapter;   Conduct hearings upon charges calling for the discipline of a licensee or on violations of this chapter;   Adopt a code of professional conduct; and   Have such other powers and duties as are necessary to effectuate this chapter.    (Code 1933, § 84-2517A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-2117A, as redesignated by Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1; Ga. L. 1987, p. 603, § 3.)
GA Code § 43-19-7 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-7. Service of Appeals, Documents, and Legal Process on Division Director

 All appeals from a decision of the board, all documents or applications required by law to be filed with the board, and any notice or legal process to be served upon the board shall be filed with or served upon the division director at his or her office.   (Code 1933, § 84-2516A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-2116A, as redesignated by Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1; Ga. L. 2000, p. 1706, § 19; Ga. L. 2008, p. 1112, § 14/HB 1055.)
GA Code § 43-19-8 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-8. Official Records and Affidavits as Evidence

 Reserved. Repealed by Ga. L. 2011, p. 99, § 68/HB 24, effective January 1, 2013.   Editor's notes.   - This Code section was based on Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-2118A, as redesignated by Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1; Ga. L. 1987, p. 603, § 4; Ga. L. 2000, p. 1706, § 19.   Ga. L. 2011, p. 99, § 68/HB 24, which repealed and reserved this Code section, purported to repeal and reserve Code Section 43-18-8 but actually repealed and reserved Code Section 43-19-8.
GA Code § 43-19-9 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-9. Code of Professional Conduct

 Reserved. Repealed by Ga. L. 1987, p. 603, § 5, effective June 30, 1987.   Editor's notes.   - This Code section was based on Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1.
GA Code § 43-19-10 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-10. Registration Required

 It shall be unlawful for any person to practice publicly or offer to practice publicly geology in this state, as defined in this chapter, or to use in connection with his name or otherwise assume or advertise any title or description tending to convey the impression that he is a registered geologist unless such person has been duly registered or exempted under this chapter. The right to engage in the practice of geology shall be deemed a personal right, based on the qualifications of the individual as evidenced by his certificate of registration, and shall not be transferable.   (Code 1933, § 84-2104A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1.)   Cross references.   - False or fraudulent advertising, § 10-1-420 et seq.   RESEARCH REFERENCES   ALR.   - Single or isolated transactions as falling within provisions of commercial or occupational licensing requirements, 93 A.L.R.2d 90.   Recovery back of money paid to unlicensed person required by law to have occupational or business license or permit to make contract, 74 A.L.R.3d 637.
GA Code § 43-19-11 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-11. Application

 An application for registration as a geologist or certification in a specialty shall be made under oath and shall show the applicant's education and a detailed summary of his geologic work. The application shall be accompanied by an application fee fixed by the board.   (Code 1933, § 84-2507A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-2107A, as redesignated by Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1; Ga. L. 1977, p. 746, § 1; Ga. L. 1987, p. 603, § 6.)
GA Code § 43-19-12 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-12. Qualifications of Applicants

 To be eligible for a certificate of registration, an applicant shall meet each of the following minimum qualifications:    Be of good ethical character;   Have graduated from an accredited college or university which has been approved by the board with a major in either geology, engineering geology, or geological engineering; or have completed 45 quarter hours or the equivalent in geological science courses leading to a major in geology, of which at least 36 quarter hours or the equivalent were taken in the third or fourth year or in graduate courses;   Have at least seven years of professional geological work which shall include a minimum of three years of professional geological work under the supervision of a registered geologist, a registered civil engineer, or other supervision acceptable to the board. The following criteria of education and experience qualify, as specified, toward accumulation of the required seven years of professional geological work:   Each year of undergraduate study in the geological sciences shall count as one-half year of training up to a maximum of two years, and each year of graduate study shall count as a year of training;   Credit for undergraduate study, graduate study, and graduate courses, individually or in any combination thereof, shall in no case exceed a total of four years toward meeting the requirements for at least seven years of professional geological work as set forth above;   The board may consider, in lieu of the above professional geological work as set out in this paragraph, the cumulative total of professional geological work or geological research of persons teaching at the college or university level, provided that such work or research can be demonstrated to be of a sufficiently responsible nature to be equivalent to the professional requirements required; and   The ability of the applicant shall have been demonstrated by his having performed the work in a responsible position as determined by the board. The adequacy of the required supervision and experience shall be determined by the board in accordance with standards set forth in regulations adopted by it; and     Successfully pass such examinations as are established by the board and which are designed to demonstrate that the applicant has the necessary knowledge and skill to exercise the responsibilities of the public practice of geology.    (Code 1933, § 84-2508A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-2108A, as redesignated by Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1; Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 3; Ga. L. 1987, p. 603, § 7; Ga. L. 1991, p. 1130, § 1.)   Code Commission notes.   - Pursuant to Code Section 28-9-5, in 1991, "and" was added at the end of subparagraph (3)(C).   RESEARCH REFERENCES   ALR.   - Right to enjoin business competitor from unlicensed or otherwise illegal acts or practices, 90 A.L.R.2d 7.
GA Code § 43-19-13 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-13. Examinations

  Examinations shall be held at least annually.   The board shall approve the scope, form, and content of the examinations required for licensure under this chapter.    (Code 1933, § 84-2510A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-2110A, as redesignated by Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1; Ga. L. 2010, p. 266, § 24/SB 195.)
GA Code § 43-19-14 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-14. Reciprocity

 A person holding a certificate of registration to engage in the practice of geology, on the basis of comparable licensing requirements issued to him by a proper authority of a state, territory or possession of the United States, or the District of Columbia, and who, in the opinion of the board, otherwise meets the requirements of this chapter based on verified evidence may be registered, upon application, without further examination.   (Code 1933, § 84-2511A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-2111A, as redesignated by Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1.)   Cross references.   - Cooperation between Georgia and other states generally, T. 28, C. 6.
GA Code § 43-19-15 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-15. Issuance of Certificates of Registration; Renewal or Replacement

  The board shall issue a certificate of registration, upon payment of the registration fee as fixed by the board, to any applicant who, in the opinion of the board, has satisfactorily met all the requirements of this chapter. The issuance of a certificate of registration by the board shall be prima-facie evidence that the person named therein is entitled to all the rights and privileges of a registered geologist while the certificate remains unrevoked or unexpired.   All certificates shall be renewable biennially at such time as may be designated by the division director. All applications for renewal shall be filed with the division director prior to the expiration date, accompanied by the renewal fee prescribed by the board. A license which has expired for failure to renew may only be restored after application and payment of the prescribed restoration fee.   A new certificate of registration to replace any certificate lost, destroyed, or mutilated may be issued subject to the rules of the board and payment of a fee set by the board.    (Code 1933, § 84-2512A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-2112A, as redesignated by Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1; Ga. L. 1976, p. 696, § 6; Ga. L. 1987, p. 603, § 8; Ga. L. 2000, p. 1706, § 19.)
GA Code § 43-19-16 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-16. Denial, Suspension, or Revocation of Certificate; Appeal

  The board shall have the authority to refuse to grant a certificate to an applicant therefor or to revoke or suspend the certificate of a person registered by the board or to discipline a person registered by the board as provided in Code Section 43-1-19.   The action by the board in granting or refusing to grant or renew a certificate under this chapter or in revoking or suspending or in refusing to revoke or suspend such a certificate may be appealed in accordance with Chapter 13 of Title 50, the "Georgia Administrative Procedure Act," to the superior court of the county of domicile of the board; provided that, if the findings of the board are supported by any evidence, such findings shall be accepted by the court.    (Code 1933, § 84-2522A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-2122A, as redesignated by Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1; Ga. L. 1987, p. 603, § 9; Ga. L. 2000, p. 1706, § 11.)
GA Code § 43-19-17 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-17. Reissuance of Certificates

 Reserved. Repealed by Ga. L. 1987, p. 603, § 10, effective June 30, 1987.   Editor's notes.   - This Code section was based on Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1.
GA Code § 43-19-18 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-18. Certification in a Specialty

  In addition to registering as a geologist, qualified persons may also be eligible for certification in a specialty. Such specialties may be created by the board by regulation, with such regulations to contain any required additional qualifications. Only a registered geologist is eligible for certification in a specialty. Application may be submitted for both registration as a geologist and certification in a specialty at the same time, but the applicant must be approved for registration as a geologist before being considered for certification in a specialty. The certification in a specialty is dependent, in every case, upon the approval of registration as a geologist.   An applicant for certification in a specialty shall meet all of the requirements of a registered geologist and such special requirements as the board may establish by regulation.    (Code 1933, § 84-2509A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-2109A, as redesignated by Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1; Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, §§ 4, 5; Ga. L. 1987, p. 603, § 11; Ga. L. 1991, p. 1130, § 2.)
GA Code § 43-19-19 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-19. Seals

 Each registrant under this chapter, upon issuance of a certificate of registration, may use a seal of such design as is authorized by the board, bearing the registrant's name and the legend "Registered Professional Geologist" or "Certified (subspecialty) Geologist."All drawings, reports, or other geologic papers or documents involving the practice of geology, as defined in this chapter, which shall have been prepared or approved by a registered geologist or a subordinate employee under his direction for the use of or for delivery to any person or for public record within this state shall be signed by him and impressed with the seal provided for in this Code section or the seal of a nonresident practicing under this chapter, either of which shall indicate his responsibility for them.   (Code 1933, § 84-2513A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-2113A, as redesignated by Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1; Ga. L. 1977, p. 746, § 2; Ga. L. 1991, p. 1130, § 3.)   RESEARCH REFERENCES   C.J.S.   - 78A C.J.S., Seals, § 2.
GA Code § 43-19-20 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-20. Requirement That State and Subdivisions Contract Only With Registered Geologists

 This state and its political subdivisions, such as a county, a municipality, or a legally constituted board, district, commission, or authority, shall contract for geological services only with persons registered under this chapter or with a firm employing a registered geologist.   (Code 1933, § 84-2527A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-2127A, as redesignated by Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1.)
GA Code § 43-19-21 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-21. Subpoena

 Reserved. Repealed by Ga. L. 1987, p. 603, § 12, effective June 30, 1987.   Editor's notes.   - This Code section was based on Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1; Ga. L. 1982, p. 3, § 43.
GA Code § 43-19-22 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-22. Attorney General as Legal Adviser

 The Attorney General of this state or any assistant designated by him or her shall act as legal adviser of the board.   (Code 1933, § 84-2526A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-2126A, as redesignated by Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1; Ga. L. 2002, p. 415, § 43.)
GA Code § 43-19-23 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-23. Filing of Complaints

 Reserved. Repealed by Ga. L. 1987, p. 603, § 13, effective June 30, 1987.   Editor's notes.   - This Code section was based on Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1.
GA Code § 43-19-24 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-24. Exceptions to Operation of Chapter

 Any person, except as specifically exempted below, who shall publicly practice or offer to practice publicly geology in this state is subject to this chapter. The following persons are exempt:    Persons engaged solely in teaching the science of geology or engaged in nonpublic geologic research in this state;   Officers and employees of the United States or this state, practicing solely as such officers or employees; and   A subordinate to a geologist registered under this chapter or to a registered engineer, insofar as he acts solely in such capacity. This exemption, however, does not permit any such subordinate to practice geology for others in his own right or use the title "registered geologist."    (Code 1933, § 84-2105A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1.)
GA Code § 43-19-25 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-25. Partnership, Limited Liability, and Corporate Practice; Nonpublic Geological Services; Practice by Nonresident or New Resident

  This chapter does not prohibit one or more geologists from practicing through the medium of a sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company, or corporation. In a partnership, limited liability company, or corporation whose primary activity consists of geological services, at least one partner, member, or officer shall be a registered geologist.   This chapter does not prevent or prohibit an individual, firm, company, association, or corporation whose principal business is other than the public practice of geology from employing a nonregistered geologist to perform nonpublic geological services necessary to the conduct of its business.   This chapter shall not be construed to prevent or to affect:   The practice of any profession or trade for which a license is required under any other law of this state; the practice of registered professional engineers from lawfully practicing soils mechanics, foundation engineering, and other professional engineering as provided in this title; or licensed architects from lawfully practicing architecture as provided in this title; or   The practice of a person who is not a resident of and has no established place of business in this state or who has recently become a resident hereof practicing or offering to practice the profession of geology herein for more than 90 days in any calendar year if the person shall have filed with the board an application for a certificate of registration and shall have paid the fee required by this chapter. Such practice shall continue only for such time as the board requires for the consideration of the applicant for registration.      (Code 1933, § 84-2106A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Ga. L. 1987, p. 603, § 14; Ga. L. 1993, p. 123, § 40.)   Cross references.   - Professional corporations generally, T. 14, C. 7.
GA Code § 43-19-26 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-26. Unlawful Acts

  It shall be unlawful for any person other than a registered geologist, a registered certified specialty geologist, or a subordinate under the direction of one of the above to prepare any geologic plans, reports, or documents in which the performance is related to the public welfare or safeguarding of life, health, property, or the environment.   It shall be unlawful for anyone other than a geologist registered under this chapter to stamp or seal any plans, plats, reports, or other documents with the seal or stamp of a registered geologist or registered certified specialty geologist or to use in any manner the title "registered geologist" or the title of any registered certified specialty geologist unless registered, or registered and certified, under this chapter.   It shall be unlawful for any person to affix his signature or to stamp or seal any plans, plats, reports, or other documents after the certification of the registrant named thereon has expired or has been suspended or revoked unless the certificate has been renewed or reissued.    (Code 1933, § 84-2104A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 2.)   Code Commission notes.   - Pursuant to Code Section 28-9-5, in 2002, "specialty" was substituted for "speciality" in two places in subsection (b).   RESEARCH REFERENCES   ALR.   - Single or isolated transactions as falling within provisions of commercial or occupational licensing requirements, 93 A.L.R.2d 90.   Recovery back of money paid to unlicensed person required by law to have occupational or business license or permit to make contract, 74 A.L.R.3d 637.
GA Code § 43-19-27 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-27. Penalty

 Any person who publicly practices or offers to practice publicly geology for others in this state without being registered in accordance with this chapter; any person presenting or attempting to use as his own the certificate of registration or the seal of another; any person who gives any false or forged evidence of any kind to the board or to any member thereof in obtaining a certificate of registration; any person who falsely impersonates any other registrant of like or different name; or any person who attempts to use an expired or revoked certificate of registration or who attempts to practice at any time during a period when the board has suspended or revoked his certificate of registration shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.   (Code 1933, § 84-2525A, enacted by Ga. L. 1975, p. 163, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-2125A, as redesignated by Ga. L. 1976, p. 695, § 1.)   RESEARCH REFERENCES   ALR.    - Injunction as available remedy against prosecution or arrest for conducting business or practicing profession without a license, 167 A.L.R. 915.
GA Code § 43-19-28 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 19 - Geologists|§ 43-19-28. Termination

 Repealed by Ga. L. 1992, p. 3137, § 16, effective July 1, 1992.   Editor's notes.   - This Code section was part of the original Code enactment (Ga. L. 1981, Ex. Sess., p. 8) and was amended by Ga. L. 1987, p. 603, § 15.
GA Code § 43-20-1 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 20 - Hearing Aid Dealers and Dispensers|§ 43-20-1. Short Title

 This chapter may be cited as the "Georgia Hearing Aid Dealers and Dispensers Act."   (Ga. L. 1970, p. 653, § 1; Code 1933, § 84-5601, enacted by Ga. L. 1978, p. 1728, § 1.)
GA Code § 43-20-2 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 43 - Professions and Businesses|Chapter 20 - Hearing Aid Dealers and Dispensers|§ 43-20-2. Declaration of Policy

 The purpose and intent of this chapter is to establish and enforce standards of competence and ethics in the dispensing of hearing aid devices or instruments, for profit or otherwise, and to protect the public from the dispensing of hearing aids, for profit or otherwise, by unskilled or unprincipled persons.   (Ga. L. 1970, p. 653, § 2; Code 1933, § 84-5602, enacted by Ga. L. 1978, p. 1728, § 1.)