The State Bar remains open and fully operational during the World Cup (June 11–July 19). While onsite staff presence at the Bar Center may be limited, Bar staff will work remotely and be available during regular business hours via email and phone. Free parking for Bar members is available but not guaranteed due to public access. Please plan accordingly. More information can be found here.
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UPL Rules and Statutes

I. Rules

II. UPL Statutes

O.C.G.A. § 15-19-50 – "Practice of Law", defined
O.C.G.A. § 15-19-51 – Unauthorized practice of law forbidden
O.C.G.A. § 15-19-52 – Lawful acts by parties involved;
O.C.G.A. § 15-19-53 – Examination of abstract titles;
O.C.G.A. § 15-19-54 – Furnishing of information or clerical services to attorney permitted
O.C.G.A. § 15-19-55 – Certain solicitation prohibited
O.C.G.A. § 15-19-56 – Penalty for prohibited conduct
O.C.G.A. § 15-19-57 – Investigation of unauthorized practice of law
O.C.G.A. § 15-19-58 – Injunctive relief, venue; procedure; other remedies not curtailed
O.C.G.A. § 15-19-59 – Authorized actions by brokers, associates, and salespersons
O.C.G.A. § 15-19-60 – Consumer action for damages for violations

III. Related Statutes

O.C.G.A. § 16-8-3 – Theft by deception
O.C.G.A. §§ 16-9-1 & 16-9-2 – Forgery
O.C.G.A. § 16-10-20 – False statements and writings
O.C.G.A. § 16-10-20.1 – Filing false documents
O.C.G.A. § 16-10-70 – Perjury
O.C.G.A. § 16-10-71 – False swearing
O.C.G.A. § 16-10-96 – Impersonating another in the course of an action
O.C.G.A. § 41-2-1 et seq. – Abatement of nuisances generally
O.C.G.A. § 45-17-20 – Notaries Public