A.  The Legislature of Louisiana declares that requiring the licensure of qualified auctioneers and auction houses is in the best interest of the citizens of this state.

B.  The purpose of this Chapter is to require qualifying criteria in a presently unregulated occupational field in which unqualified, irresponsible, or unscrupulous individuals may injure the public.  The requirements of this Chapter shall contribute to the safety, health, and property of the people of Louisiana in the transfer of property by auction.

Added by Acts 1983, No. 508, §5.  Acts 1993, No. 584, §1.