An application for license as a secondhand dealer shall be made in conformity with the general requirements of this Code relating to applications for licenses. When an application for such license is made, the commissioner of business affairs and consumer protection shall cause an investigation to be made to ascertain whether the applicant has complied with the state laws and the provisions of this Code applicable to said business, and whether the applicant is of good character and repute. Provided, however, that such investigation shall not be required for a secondhand dealer that deals in only children's products.
(Added Coun. J. 12-9-92, p. 25465; Amend Coun. J. 9-29-99, p. 12263, § 1; Amend Coun. J. 5-9-07, p. 105047, § 14; Amend Coun. J. 11-19-08, p. 47220, Art. V, § 5)