Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On July 21, 2009, Ameris Bancorp issued a press release announcing its unaudited second quarter 2009 results. A copy of that press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report.

The information contained in this report, including Exhibit 99.1 attached hereto, is being furnished and shall not be deemed filed for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of such section. Furthermore, the information contained in this report shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any registration statement or other document filed pursuant to the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

99.1 Press Release dated July 21, 2009

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