Unless the context specifically indicates otherwise, the meaning of the terms used in this Chapter shall be as follows:
Pawnbroker: Every person, firm, association or corporation who makes it a business to loan money on deposit, or purchase personal property or other valuables for the purpose of selling the same back again at a stipulated price, or who loans money secured by chattel mortgage or personal property, keeping possession of the property on which any portion or part thereof is mortgaged, for all intents and purposes under this Chapter shall be declared to be a "pawnbroker" within the meaning of this Chapter. The pawnbroker must be at least eighteen (18) years of age. (Ord. 440, 6-28-93)
It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in the business of a pawnbroker unless a valid license therefor has been issued as provided for in this Chapter and which is in full force and effect.
A. An application for such license shall be made to the City Clerk in such form and manner as the City Clerk may prescribe.
B. Upon receipt of an application for a license, the City Clerk shall cause a criminal history investigation to be made of the applicant. Conviction of a felony, or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude within the five (5) years prior to the application date shall be grounds for denial of a license. The City Clerk shall issue, subject to Council approval, and approval by the Chief of Police, a license which shall expire at the end of the calendar year, unless sooner revoked or surrendered. Licenses shall not be transferable either as to person or place.
C. The City Clerk shall collect, before the issuance of any license or renewal thereof, an annual license fee of one hundred dollars ($100.00).
D. No license shall be issued to any person who is not eighteen (18) years of age or older. (Ord. 440, 6-28-93)
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