Publications and Guidance

The publications in this section consist of various memos, guidance, and special reports issued by the Department. 

Memos/Guides/Handbooks:

Bank Statement of Policy (PDF, 677.21 KB)
This policy manual contains Department policy statements that are intended to provide the public and the banking industry with a better understanding of the basis for decisions by the Department. The policy statements are intended to be applicable in the large majority of the decisions.
Ransomware Self-Assessment Tool (PDF, 2.56 MB)
The Bankers Electronic Crimes Taskforce (BECTF), State Bank Regulators, and the United States Secret Service developed this tool. It was developed to help financial institutions assess their efforts to mitigate risks associated with ransomware and identify gaps for increasing security.
Electronic Submission for Documents to Department (PDF, 5.48 KB)
In order to improve our service, the Department is implementing electronic document submission for correspondence. Regular and ongoing correspondence should be submitted to the designated Department recipient through email.
Marijuana Job Aid (PDF, 283.99 KB)
The job aid is an examiner reference tool providing background information as well as Georgia-specific information such as legalization status, risk management considerations, and related topics on marijuana.
Georgia Hemp Job Aid (PDF, 251.63 KB)
This job aid is an examiner reference tool providing background as well as Georgia-specific information such as legalization status, risk management considerations, and related topics on hemp.

DBF Guidance for Georgia State-Chartered Banks, Bank Holding Companies, Credit Unions, and Trust Companies:

 

MALPB Chartering Guidelines

Other References:

 

FFIEC BSA/AML Examination Manual

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