Online News Vol. 1, Issue 3 |
Georgia Athlete Agent Regulatory Commission |
Update from the Director of the Professional Licensing Boards: This quarter we have continued to make improvements to the licensure process by implementing the first online applications. We currently have online applications available for 23 license types with plans to add more throughout the remainder of the year. There are many advantages to online applications, including ensured completion, decreased paper use, a higher degree of accuracy, and a faster application process. You can visit our website at www.sos.ga.gov/plb to see a complete list of online applications. Finally, during the third quarter we made significant progress in the outsourcing of the PLB Examination section. Outsourcing the exam function of PLB allows us to offer more testing locations for some license types, more testing opportunities and overall budget savings for the State of Georgia. More information will be available in the coming weeks as all outsourcing contracts are finalized. PLB is committed to continually seeking and implementing initiatives to enable us to provide you with the best service possible. We look forward to the opportunity to assist you in the very near future.
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The Georgia Athlete Agent Regulatory Commission is consists of five members: two appointed by the Governor, one by the President of the Senate and two appointed by the Speaker of the House. Typically, the Commission meets once per year for regular business. Commission meetings are open to the public with the exception of executive session in which confidential matters such as complaints, disciplinary items, and applications are discussed. The Georgia Athlete Agent Regulatory Commission is responsible for the regulation of athlete agents in the State of Georgia. The Commission is responsible for the administration and enforcement of the act and has the authority to adopt rules and regulations. An athlete agent is defined as a person who, directly or indirectly, recruits or solicits an athlete to enter into an agent contract or professional sports services contract with that person or who for a fee procures, offers, promises, or attempts to obtain employment for an athlete with a professional sports team. The term "athlete agent" does not include the owner, employee, or other representative of a professional sports team, provided that such owner, employee, or representative does not recruit or solicit such athlete to enter into an agent contract or professional sports services contract or for a fee does not procure, offer, promise, or attempt to obtain employment for such athlete with a professional sports team. Minutes from the Commission meetings may be found on the Commission’s website at www.sos.ga.gov/plb/agent/. |
Commission Members: |
Board Staff: Steve Lindsey
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License Renewals: Licenses expire as follows: Athlete Agent – June 30 of odd numbered years It is illegal as an athlete agent if you have not renewed your license by the expiration date. How do I renew my license? You may renew your license on the Professional Licensing Board website with a credit card. Click on the “License Renewal” icon and follow the instructions. You will be asked a series of questions including whether you have been convicted or received a board sanction since your last renewal, whether you have completed your continuing education requirements, and whether or not you are a U.S. citizen. Renewing your license via the website is the fastest way to renew your license. The Professional Licensing Boards do not mail paper renewals unless requested. A paper renewal form may be requested by the licensee by calling the Commission office at (478) 207-2440, or submitting a written request. Licensees may also call our automated system at (404) 463-1100 and request a paper renewal form using their personal identification number included in their renewal notice. Disciplinary Issues: The Commission addresses these issues on a case-by-case basis and applies sanctions to those who violate the Uniform Athlete Agent Act, Commission rules, and policies. It is important that licensees review all laws, rules and policies that affect their profession. These may be found on the Commission’s website at www.sos.ga.gov/plb/agent/. All disciplinary actions will be reflected in the Commission minutes which may be found on the Georgia Athlete Agent Regulatory Commission website. Grounds for denial, suspension, revocation of a license, or other disciplinary actions may be found at O.C.G.A. § 43-4A-7 and at O.C.G.A. § 43-1-19. State laws and Commission rules may be found on our website at www.sos.ga.gov/plb/agent/ . |
Georgia Athlete Agent Regulatory Commission Complaints Process Information: The Georgia General Assembly created the Georgia Athlete Agent Regulatory Commission to regulate the licensing and practice of athlete agents. The responsibility of administering the laws in O.C.G.A. § 43-4A is given to the Commission. This Commission determines if applicants meet licensure requirements, promulgates rules, and considers complaints against licensees and allegations of unlicensed practice. The process for disposing of complaints is as follows: Complaint Form: Complaints must be reported to and received by the Commission in writing. Written complaints may be submitted to the Commission office or on-line at http://sos.georgia.gov/myverification/submitcomplaint.aspx. Documents received in connection with a complaint will not be returned. The complaint must contain sufficient factual evidence indicating a clear violation of Georgia law or Commission rules. Investigations: The Commission gives serious consideration to all complaints. Further investigative action may be taken. Should you file a complaint, you may be contacted by a Commission inspector or investigator for additional information. Investigative files are considered confidential for any purpose other than a hearing before the Commission. However, the Commission is authorized to release such records to another enforcement agency or lawful licensing authority. Notification Process: While the investigation is ongoing, the Commission is unable to discuss the status of a complaint with anyone, including the complainant. When the Commission has completed the case, the complainant will be notified in writing of the Commission’s actions. All disciplinary actions will be reflected in the Commission minutes which may be found on the Commission’s website.
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