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Total entries: 54   (Listed alphabetically by title)


0408-0046 | Individual User Explosives Permit Case Files

Description:  This record series documents explosives permits issued by local probate to individuals for daily use of explosives. Document types include issued Permits.

Retention:  10 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0012 | Insurance Agency Case Files

Description:  Comprehensive records of digitally indexed licensing documents recording the agencies who are licensed to sell insurance. Documents include business entity license renewal applications, name approvals, resident entity applications, citizenship affidavit, name/address change, non-resident applications, and limited credit insurance agency license.

Retention:  25 years after issuance of last license

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0014 | Insurance Agent Case Files

Description:  Documents relating to the recording of agents licensed to sell insurance in Georgia. Document types include application, citizenship affidavit, exam results, identification documentation, SAVE results, bond, enforcement actions or referrals, correction documentation, and court records.

Retention:  25 years after issuance of last license

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0024 | Insurance Company Charter Files

Description:  Corporate charters, certificates of authority and other documents relating to the licensing and regulation of insurance companies in Georgia. Documents Include: Letter of Approval of Charter, Bylaws, Article of Incorporation, Biographical Affidavits, etc.

Retention:  Permanent

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0025 | Insurance Company Correspondence Files

Description:  Documents relating to insurance companies' filings and related correspondence. Record types include financial analysis inquiries, company filings, and correspondence.

Retention:  10 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0026 | Insurance Company Denied Charter Files

Description:  Disapproved applications from insurance companies wishing to do business in Georgia. Document types include: Letter of Denial, Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, and Biographical Affidavits.

Retention:  10 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0023 | Insurance Company Licenses

Description:  Licenses issued to insurance companies allowing them to operate within the State of Georgia. Document types include: Certificate of Authority.

Retention:  10 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0032 | Insurance Complaint and Investigation Files

Description:  This record series documents investigation of complaints brought against insurance companies by citizens. Document types include: written complaints, photographs, videos, voicemail, interview transcripts, inspection reports, and any other documentation provided by the consumer and the Department.

Retention:  5 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0027 | Insurance Holding Company Systems Files

Description:  Records documenting the registration of insurance holding companies. This series contains documentation relative to the organization's structure (Chart) and interrelationships of ownership and affiliated parties.

Retention:  10 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0015 | Insurance Tax Returns Files

Description:  This series documents the collection and audit of premium taxes for admitted companies and non-admitted filers. Filers include foreign, alien, and domestic insurance companies; including Life, Health Accident and Sickness, HMO, Property and Casualty (including Captives), and Title Insurance Companies Premium Tax Returns, as well as, non-admitted (Surplus Lines, RRG, and Procurement) Premium Tax Affidavits. Record types include correspondence, supporting documents, and audit work papers.

Retention:  10 years after notice of a deficiency assessment.

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0044 | Licensed Explosives Dealers and Users Case Files

Description:  This series documents the regulation and licensure for the storage, transport, purchase, and use of explosives materials as required by law and regulation. Record types include licenses, proof of insurance, and responsible persons information.

Retention:  10 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0055 | Licensed Georgia Mobile Home Installer Files

Description:  Records documenting licensed installers in the state. Document types include: Installer license application, citizenship affidavit and consent, copy of license issued, and installation reporting form.

Retention:  7 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0021 | Licensing of Private Review Agents

Description:  This series documents the licensure of private review agents. Record types include applications, biographical affidavits, articles of incorporation, organizational documents, GID-Forms, and plans of operation of utilization review.

Retention:  5 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0017 | Life and Accident/Health Insurance Policy Forms Files

Description:  Documents relating to the analysis and approval of policy forms of life and health/accident insurance companies, Coverage forms filed for prior approval. Record types include applications, policy contracts, riders, rates, actuarial memorandums, advertisements, and correspondence.

Retention:  100 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0044 | LP Gas License Liquefied Petroleum CO Case Files

Description:  Licenses for the sale, storage, and distribution of LP Gas, as required by law and regulation. Document types include licenses, proof of insurance, and applications.

Retention:  10 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0011 | Manufactured Homes Certificate of Compliance Files

Description:  This series documents the enforcement of compliance with federal and state statutes and regulations in the structural design and records of production and shipment of manufactured homes. Record types include: data plates (certificate), monthly production reports, and Shipment Reports.

Retention:  Retain in office

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0051 | Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Compliance Records

Description:  This records series documents the monitoring of housing manufacturer's compliance with state and federal regulations for the manufacturing of houses. Document types include state plan, operation manual, rules & regulations, and SAA/HUD agreement, plant certification reports, update certification reports, plant inspection reports, and dealer lot monitoring reports.

Retention:  Retain in office

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0056 | Mobile Home Installer Permit Inspection

Description:  Records relating to the administration of the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards, and Procedural and Enforcement Regulations (24 CFR 3280 & 3282 and O.C.G.A. 8-2-130, 8-2-160). Document types include consumer complaints, inspection reports, Plan of correction, and supporting enforcement letters.

Retention:  7 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0053 | Mobile Home Manufacturers Complaint Case Files

Description:  Records relating to the administration of the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards, and Procedural and Enforcement Regulations. Document types include: Consumer complaints, inspection report, Plan of correction, SFD-114 and supporting letters.

Retention:  7 years after case is completed and closed

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0054 | Out-of-State Mobile Home Manufacturers Master Files

Description:  Records documenting those licensed Manufacturers in the state. Documents include application, consent form, citizenship affidavit, proof of citizenship, copy of license, background application, and payment method.

Retention:  7 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0035 | Permits (Boiler, Elevator, Carnival, Amusement Equipment)

Description:  This series documents the issuance of permits to install or alter elevator, boiler, and carnival and amusement equipment. Document types include: Application for a Permit to install a new or used boiler or pressure vessel, Application for a Permit to Install or Alter Elevators, Application for Fire Prevention Regulatory License, and Owner’s Application for a permit to operate Water Parks, Amusement or Carnival Rides.

Retention:  4 years after equipment is demolished or replaced

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0016 | Policies and Forms Received from Property and Casualty Insurance Companies

Description:  Records consist of approved forms and endorsements related to policies. Document types include Filing Compliance, Filing Fee Transmittal, Explanatory Memorandum, and Side by Side Comparison.

Retention:  25 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0029 | Premium Finance Company Charters and Correspondence

Description:  Records documenting the licensing and regulation of premium finance companies. Document types include license application, renewal, biographical questionnaire, and company bond.

Retention:  6 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0020 | Property and Casualty Company Filing of Rates

Description:  Rate filings showing rates for a particular type of insurance and instructions for applying these rates. Documents may include Filing Compliance Certification, Filing Fee Transmittal, Explanatory Memorandum, Overall Rate Level Effect, Data and Calculations, Lost Cost Multiplier, and MOR Rule Comparison.

Retention:  25 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


0408-0018 | Rate Examination Report FIle

Description:  This series consists of reports examining insurance companies' compliance with the Open Competition Rating Law. Document types include Company Letters, Warrant exams, Letter to the examiner, Conflict of Interest, final report, and invoices.

Retention:  25 years

Updated:  April 27, 2021


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