When must an applicant with a criminal conviction disclose this information to the Georgia Real Estate Commission?

An applicant with a criminal conviction must disclose this information when making application for licensure. This is a critical step in the licensing process because the Georgia Real Estate Commission has a responsibility to ensure that all licensed individuals meet certain standards of character and fitness. The Commission reviews the background of applicants, and disclosing any criminal convictions allows them to assess whether the applicant is eligible for a real estate license in Georgia.

Transparency in the application process is essential; it allows the Commission to make informed decisions regarding an applicant's suitability to practice real estate. If an applicant fails to disclose such information during their application for licensure, it could lead to consequences such as denial of the application or revocation of the license if granted.

While other points in the process may have their own requirements, such as pre-licensing enrollment or state exam applications, the formal and necessary step for disclosure of criminal history falls specifically at the licensure application stage.