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HomeFinancial CodeDiv. 7Ch. 2Art. 4§ 18154 Branch Office Closure Rules

§ 18154 Branch Office Closure Rules

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§ 18154 Branch Office Closure Rules

This law says a loan company must get permission before closing a branch and must tell the public 30 days before closing.

Key Takeaways

  • •Loan companies need approval to close a branch.
  • •They must tell the public 30 days before closing.
  • •Once closed, they can't reopen without permission again.

Example

A bank wants to close one of its locations in a small town.

The bank must ask for permission first and then tell everyone in the town at least 30 days before closing the branch.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 18154 Branch Office Closure Rules

With the prior written approval of the commissioner, an industrial loan company may close or discontinue the opertion of any branch office provided public notice thereof is given in such manner as the commissioner directs at least 30 days before the date of closing or discontinuance. After a branch office has been closed or discontinued, it may not be reopened without the approval of the commissioner and compliance with the applicable provisions of this division. (Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 964.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

industrial loan companybranch officecommissionerprior written approvalpublic notice

Related Statutes

  • § 18147 Branch Office Approval Requirements
  • § 18148 Branch Office Opening Deadline
  • § 18150 Branch Office Authorization Display
  • § 18145 Branch Offices For Loan Companies
  • § 18146 Branch Office Application Fee

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Financial Code. Section 18154.
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