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Post Office Box 50, Morton, MS 39117
601-750-4909 601-732-6447 (fax)
info.msauctioneercommission@gmail.com
AUCTIONEER
LICENSE
APPLICATION
MISSISSIPPI RESIDENT
(EXAM REQUIRED)
OUT-OF-STATE RECIPROCAL
OUT-OF-STATE NON-RECIPROCAL
(EXAM REQUIRED)
The undersigned applicant hereby applies to the Mississippi Auctioneer Commission for an
Auctioneer License under the provisions of Mississippi Law passed during the 1995 Legislative
Session, Book 1, Chapter 405, Section 1 through 27, Code of Mississippi,
1995 and the Rules and
Regulations, as amended, by the Mississippi Auctioneer Commission, Section 73-4-1. § 73-4-3 (2)
states "Auctioneer" means any individual who is engaged in, or who by advertising or otherwise
holds himself out as being available to engage in the calling for, the recognition of, and the
acceptance of, offers for the purchase of goods or real estate at an auction.
The support of this application, the applicant makes the representations contained herein as truthful
with the understanding that any omissions, inaccuracies or failure to make full disclosures may be
deemed sufficient reason to deny permission to take an examination [Mississippi resident or out-of-
state non-reciprocal] or to deny a license after examination or to withhold renewal of or suspend or
revoke a license if issued by the Commission.
The undersigned applicant understands the Commission may make such inquiry and investigation
concerning the applicant’s character, criminal record and background as the Commission, in its’
judgment, deems proper and said applicant further agrees to furnish any additional information
requested by the Commission and agrees to appear before the Commission in person, if requested
to do so.
The undersigned applicant also understands that this license will expire on March 1 in odd
numbered years regardless of the original date of issue. There is no prorated fees for partial
licenses less than two (2) years.
____________________________________
Signature
NOTICE: Public law requires that we advise you that a routine inquiry may be made during the
processing of your application which will provide information concerning character, general
reputation, criminal history, personal characteristics, and mode of living. Further information on the
nature and scope of such inquiry, if one is made, will be available to you upon written request to the
Commission.
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1. Full Name:__________________________________________________________________
First Middle Last
If you do not own an business establishment but operate under a name other that the
name identified above, provide the name(s):
______________________________________________________________________________
Date of Birth: ______________________ Social Security # _____________________________
Email Address (required):________________________________________________________
2. Address: (Physical addresses required. Post Office Box accepted as mailing address
only.)
Physical: ____________________________________________________________________
Number Street
____________________________________________________________________
City County State Zip
Mailing: ____________________________________________________________________
Number Street
_____________________________________________________________________
City County State Zip
3. Home Telephone Number (including area code) ___________________________________
4. Cell Telephone Number (including area code) _____________________________________
5. Fax Number (including area code) ______________________________________________
6. Birthplace: _________________________________ U.S. Citizen? Yes No
City State
7. IF YOU OWN AN AUCTION ESTABLISHMENT (FIRM), PLEASE CHECK ALL THE
APPROPRIATE BLANKS BELOW:
NOT APPLICABLE ______, I do not own an establishment [firm].
a. ______ I am the owner of an auction facility [firm] OR if the auction firm is a
corporation or partnership, I am an officer of record;
b. ______ I serve as the auctioneer and firm manager on behalf of the auction
facility [firm].
If you check both "a" and "b" above, you are NOT required to have a MISSISSIPPI FIRM LICENSE.
If you did not check "a" above, then the OWNER MUST COMPLETE THE FL.01 Application and pay
the required fees for licensing the firm.
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NOTICE ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
Once the application has been filed and processed, the application fee will not be refunded.
a. An application and fee are only good for thirty (30) days. If all application requirements
are not met within this thirty (30) days, you will be required to submit a new application and
fee.
b. All license fees are renewed on a biennial basis and expire on March 1st of odd
numbered years.
_____ Out-of-State Auctioneer:
Application processing fee $100.00;
Out of state vendor fee $250.00;
License fee $200.00.
Total: $550.00
_____ Mississippi Resident Auctioneer:
Application processing & examination $100.00;
License fee $200.00
Total: $300.00
ALL APPLICABLE FEES MUST BE MAILED WHEN APPLICATION IS SUBMITTED. IF THE
APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE, IT WILL BE RETURNED TO SENDER UPON RECEIPT IN
THE COMMISSION OFFICE. ONLY CASHIERS CHECK OR MONEY ORDERS WILL BE
ACCEPTED.
In this space, attach a clear, full
face photo of head and
shoulders taken within the past
six months, 2” x 2” size.
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8. Education:
Are you a graduate of: Elementary School? Yes No
High School? Yes No
GED? Yes No
College: Name ____________________________________________
Years ____________________________________________
Degree ____________________________________________
Other ____________________________________________
Are you a graduate of an accredited Auctioneer School? Yes No
Auction School Name: __________________________________________
Date Graduated: _________________________________
YOU MUST PROVIDE A VERIFICATION OF COMPLETION WITH THE APPLICATION.
READ AND ANSWER EACH QUESTION CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY.
9.
Have you ever held an Auctioneer license in Mississippi?
If so, list the date. __________________________
Yes No
10.
State: _____________________ License #: _______________________
State: _____________________ License #: _______________________
State: _____________________ License #: _______________________
State: _____________________ License #: _______________________
State: ______________________License #: _______________________
State: ______________________License #: _______________________
State: ______________________License #: _______________________
State: ______________________License #: _______________________
State: ______________________License #: _______________________
State: ______________________License #: _______________________
State: ______________________License #: _______________________
b) Please request a letter of good standing from each state that this FIRM is currently
licensed in. Request that this letter be sent via email, fax or mail directly from the state of
11.
State: ______________________License #: _______________________
State: ______________________License #: _______________________
State: ______________________License #: _______________________
12.
Do you, at this time, have an application for an Auctioneer license
pending before this Commission or any other Licensing Board or
Commission? If yes, list all states where applications are pending.
____________________________________________________________
Yes No
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13.
Have you ever been denied an Auctioneer license, in this or any other
state or jurisdiction? If yes, attach a separate statement giving
complete details.
Yes No
14.
Have you ever had an Auctioneer license suspended, revoked, or
surrendered, or have you ever been disciplined by a Licensing
Authority in this or any other state or jurisdiction? If yes, attach a
separate statement giving complete details.
Yes
No
15.
Have you ever had any other business or professional license of any
type suspended, revoked, or surrendered in this or any other state or
jurisdiction? If yes, attach a separated statement giving complete
details
Yes
No
16.
Have you ever been arrested, indicted, or convicted of any criminal
offense including felony and/or misdemeanor arrest in this or any
other state or jurisdiction? If yes, attach a separated statement giving
complete details.
Yes
No
17.
Have you been involved in a civil law suit within the past ten (10)
years? If yes, attach a separate statement giving complete details
including whether you were the plaintiff or defendant, what the suit
alleged or involved and the final disposition of each case.
Yes No
18.
Are there any unpaid judgments of debt or garnishments now
outstanding against you? If yes, attach a separate statement giving
complete details.
Yes
No
19.
present address:
Address City State From To
Mo/Yr Mo/Yr
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
20.
Are you presently employed? YES ⃝ NO
List all places of employment during the past five (5) years, listing your current
employer first. If you are self employed, give all details.
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________________________________________________________________________
Name of Company Street Address City State Zip
________________________________________________________________________
Position Held Duties From Mo/Yr To Mo/Yr
________________________________________________________________________
Name of Company Street Address City State Zip
________________________________________________________________________
Position Held Duties From Mo/Yr To Mo/Yr
________________________________________________________________________
Name of Company Street Address City State Zip
________________________________________________________________________
Position Held Duties From Mo/Yr To Mo/Yr
If additional space is required, please submit on a separate sheet and attach
21.
Have you read the Mississippi Auctioneer License Law and the Rules
and Regulations of the Mississippi Auctioneer Commission?
Yes No
22.
This Affidavit is to be executed by the applicant before a Notary Public.
The undersigned, in making this application to the Mississippi Auctioneer Commission, does
hereby swear or affirms that he/she is the applicant named herein and that the answers and
the information contained herein are true to the best of his/her knowledge and belief.
______________________________________________________
Signature of Applicant
Subscribed and sworn to before me this _________ day of ________________,20___.
My commission expires __________________.
Notary seal
___________________________________
Notary Public
23.
I have attached an official copy of my current voter registration card.
If a card is not available, submit validation from the Circuit Clerk in
your county stating that there is not one available.
Yes
No
24.
I have attached a clear photocopy of your driver’s license.
Yes
No
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25.
Name of Bonding Company: __________________________________________________
Agent's Name: ______________________________________________________________
Agent's Phone: _____________________________________________________________
Bond Number: ______________________________________________________________
Issue Date: _________________________________________________________________
Expiration Date: _____________________________________________________________
The Mississippi Auctioneer Commission Bond must be completed by the bond agent and
returned (along with the Power of Attorney) within 30 days of application submittal. No
license(s) will be issued until received. The Bond form can be located under the "Forms" tab
on the website (www.auctioneers.ms.gov).
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26.
I, ______________________________________, do hereby certify that I am not related to
____________________________, the foregoing applicant: that I have owned real estate in
_______________________, County, State of _______________________, for the past two
years, that I have been personally acquainted with the applicant in __________________,
County, State of ______________, for the past two years, and that I know that the applicants
bears a good reputation for honesty, truthfulness and fair dealing, and that he/she is
competent to transact the business of an Auctioneer, in such a manner as to safeguard the
interest of the public, and I do hereby recommend that license be granted to the applicant.
Signature: _____________________________________
Address: ______________________________________________________________
Subscribed and sworn to before me this _________ day of _________________, 20__.
________________________________
Notary Public
Notary Public in and for ______________________ County.
Notary Seal
My Commission Expires: ________________________________
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I, ______________________________________, do hereby certify that I am not related to
____________________________, the foregoing applicant: that I have owned real estate in
_______________________, County, State of _______________________, for the past two
years, that I have been personally acquainted with the applicant in __________________,
County, State of ______________, for the past two years, and that I know that the applicants
bears a good reputation for honesty, truthfulness and fair dealing, and that he/she is
competent to transact the business of an Auctioneer, in such a manner as to safeguard the
interest of the public, and I do hereby recommend that license be granted to the applicant.
Signature: _____________________________________
Address: ______________________________________________________________
Subscribed and sworn to before me this _________ day of _________________, 20__.
_________________________________
Notary Public
Notary Public in and for ______________________ County.
Notary Seal
My Commission Expires: ________________________________