7.09.050 Application for License

(a) An application for a license must state the following:

(1) Full name of applicant, including any former names or aliases

(2) Physical addresses and mailing address of applicant

(3) Physical address of business

(4) Address to which correspondence should be sent

(5) Phone number of applicant

(6) Any other relevant information required by the Compliance Department

(b) If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant must state the full name and address of each owner or partner in the business.

(c) Each application for a license shall be accompanied by a signed authorization and release form allowing the Compliance Department to conduct any background investigations it may deem necessary.

(d) When the application is received, the Compliance Department shall investigate the facts, determine if the application requirements are satisfied and then submit the application to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council for final approval. Upon Tribal Council approval the applicant will be notified and be required to pay the annual license fee of $1,000.00 (one thousand dollars), and shall submit a copy of their certificate of insurance. The Compliance Department shall then issue a Tribal Pawnbroker License. The license must be prominently displayed at the front desk or counter of the pawnshop.

(e) If the application for a Tribal Pawnbroker License is denied, the applicant shall be notified in writing.

(f) Fees and fines collected pursuant to this regulation shall be deposited in the Tribal General Fund.