Denial, suspension, or revocation of registration; limits on fines; bar from board service
- Statute:
- Georgia §43-17A-3 · Article SB406 (Property Owners' Bill of Rights (SB 406 / O.C.G.A. Title 43 Ch. 17A))
- Topic:
- Enforcement · SOS enforcement
- Applies to:
- Association associations
- Effective:
- January 1, 2027
Effective 1 January 2027, the Secretary of State may deny, suspend, or revoke a registration; limit the fines or fees an association may collect; or bar an officer, director, trustee, executive, or board member, if that is in the public interest and one of the listed grounds is met (false registration, willful violation, unpaid filing fee after 30 days' notice, or ignored subpoena). An order must state its grounds and be mailed to the association's registered address.
📄 Read the official text at legis.ga.gov →
How SoShiny helps with Denial, suspension, or revocation of registration; limits on fines; bar from board service
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- What does Georgia §43-17A-3 require?
- Effective 1 January 2027, the Secretary of State may deny, suspend, or revoke a registration; limit the fines or fees an association may collect; or bar an officer, director, trustee, executive, or board member, if that is in the public interest and one of the listed grounds is met (false registration, willful violation, unpaid filing fee after 30 days' notice, or ignored subpoena). An order must state its grounds and be mailed to the association's registered address.
- Who does Georgia §43-17A-3 apply to?
- Georgia §43-17A-3 applies to Association associations in Georgia.
- What happens if our association doesn't comply with §43-17A-3?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for Georgia community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of Georgia §43-17A-3?
- The official text is published by the Georgia General Assembly at legis.ga.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Denial, suspension, or revocation of registration; limits on fines; bar from board service?
- SoShiny is built around the Florida statutes from day one. The features that help you comply with this section are part of every plan — no add-ons, no per-document fees. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Georgia §43-17A-3 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Georgia-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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