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§ 1-1-1Enactment of Code
§ 1-1-10Specific repealer; provisions saved from repeal
§ 1-1-11General repealer
§ 1-1-2Legislative intent
§ 1-1-3Severability
§ 1-1-4Validating Acts
§ 1-1-5Effect of adoption of Code upon rules or regulations
§ 1-1-6Effect of adoption of Code upon terms of office and rights of officials or employees
§ 1-1-7[Reserved] Notes and catchlines of Code sections not part of law
§ 1-1-8References to state law or this Code
§ 1-1-9Effective date of Code
§ 1-2-1Classes of persons generally; "natural person" defined; corporations deemed artificial persons; nature of corporations generally
§ 1-2-10Rights of citizens of other states or nations to sue or give evidence
§ 1-2-11Rights of aliens generally; purchase, holding, and conveyance of realty
§ 1-2-2Categories of natural persons
§ 1-2-3Duration of citizenship
§ 1-2-4Right of expatriation
§ 1-2-5Reacquisition of citizenship by expatriated persons and descendants
§ 1-2-6Rights of citizens generally
§ 1-2-7Rights of female citizens generally
§ 1-2-8Rights of minors
§ 1-2-9Rights of citizens of the United States while in this state generally
§ 1-3-1Construction of statutes generally
§ 1-3-10Execution of writings and contracts
§ 1-3-11Local referenda on abolishing offices or shortening or lengthening term
§ 1-3-2Construction of definitions
§ 1-3-3Definitions
§ 1-3-4Effective date of legislative Acts
§ 1-3-4-1Effective date for general Acts requiring increases in compensation of certain county officials
§ 1-3-5Operation of laws generally; retrospective operation
§ 1-3-6When laws become obligatory; effect of ignorance
§ 1-3-7Abrogation of laws by agreement; waiver or renunciation of benefits established by law
§ 1-3-8Binding effect of legislation upon state
§ 1-3-9Effect and enforcement of foreign laws
§ 1-4-1Public and legal holidays; leave for observance of religious holidays not specifically provided for
§ 1-4-10Designation of "Girls and Women in Sports Day"
§ 1-4-11Designation of "Clean Water Week"
§ 1-4-12Designation of "Firefighter Appreciation Day"
§ 1-4-13Designation of "Bill of Rights Day"
§ 1-4-14Declaration of "Home Education Week"
§ 1-4-15Designation of "Bill Elliott Day."
§ 1-4-15-1Designation of "Ronald Reagan Day."
§ 1-4-16Designation of "Prison Chaplains Appreciation Day."
§ 1-4-17Declaration of "Georgia Day."
§ 1-4-18Designation of "School Bus Drivers Appreciation Day."
§ 1-4-19Designation of "School Bus Safety Week."
§ 1-4-2Religious holidays
§ 1-4-20Designation of Confederate History and Heritage Month
§ 1-4-21Designation of "Purple Heart Day."
§ 1-4-22Designation of "Water Professionals Appreciation Day."
§ 1-4-23Designation of "Childhood Cancer Awareness Day."
§ 1-4-24Designation of "National Swearing-in Commitment Day."
§ 1-4-25Designation of "Public Safety Week."
§ 1-4-26First Responders Appreciation Day
§ 1-4-3Designation of "American History Month"
§ 1-4-4Declaration of "Wildflower Week"
§ 1-4-5Declaration of "Bird Day"
§ 1-4-6Declaration of "Law Enforcement Officer Appreciation Day"
§ 1-4-7Declaration of "Peace Officer Memorial Day"; declaration of "Police Week"
§ 1-4-8Declaration of "Children's Day"
§ 1-4-9Designation of "Former Prisoners of War Recognition Day"
§ 1-5-1Power of board of directors to change name and style under which an authority operates
§ 10-1-1Short title
§ 10-1-10Disposition of goods repossessed after default; right to recover deficiency
§ 10-1-100Out-of-state purchase of rifles and shotguns by residents
§ 10-1-101Purchase of rifles and shotguns by nonresidents
§ 10-1-11Second mortgage statutes not affected; exemption from loan and interest statutes
§ 10-1-12Prior contracts or accounts not affected
§ 10-1-120"Paint" defined
§ 10-1-121Enforcement of article; rules and regulations
§ 10-1-122Labels on paint containers
§ 10-1-123Purity of flaxseed or linseed oil; requirement for boiled linseed oil
§ 10-1-124Flaxseed or linseed oil to be sold under true name; labeling tank cars, tanks, barrels, or vessels of such oil
§ 10-1-125Possession of improperly labeled article prima-facie evidence of violation
§ 10-1-126Requirements for timber-marking paint; penalty for violation; enjoining violation
§ 10-1-127Penalty for sale of deceptively labeled paint
§ 10-1-13Waiver of this article void
§ 10-1-14Limitation of actions
§ 10-1-140Definitions
§ 10-1-141"Petroleum products" not to include liquefied petroleum gas
§ 10-1-142Appointment and duties of state oil chemist
§ 10-1-143Employment of oil inspectors; expenses
§ 10-1-144Additional expenses; Commissioner of Agriculture to be chief oil inspector
§ 10-1-145Payment of compensation and expenses
§ 10-1-146Bonds of state oil chemist and inspectors
§ 10-1-147Filling vacancies in offices of state oil chemist and inspectors
§ 10-1-148Right to inspect premises; search warrants; refusal of admission as evidence of violation
§ 10-1-149Gasoline and kerosene subject to inspection and analysis; manufacturers and wholesalers to file statements
§ 10-1-15Criminal and civil penalties
§ 10-1-150Approval of substitutes or improvers of fuels or other motor fuels
§ 10-1-151Sale of substandard gasoline and kerosene illegal; confiscation and destruction
§ 10-1-151-1Production and sale of biodiesel fuel
§ 10-1-152Labeling gasoline and kerosene containers; cleaning kerosene containers of gasoline
§ 10-1-153Notice and sample of petroleum products shipped into state
§ 10-1-154Requests for analysis of gasoline, illuminating oils, or heating oils by a purchaser
§ 10-1-155Rules and regulations; specifications for petroleum products; penalty for violations
§ 10-1-156Enjoining marketing in violation of part, specifications, or rules and regulations
§ 10-1-157Collecting and testing samples of petroleum products; rules and regulations
§ 10-1-158Registration of gasoline dealers
§ 10-1-159Inspection of self-measuring pumps; sealing accurate pumps; condemnation of inaccurate pumps; rules and regulations
§ 10-1-16Inapplicability of this article to educational entities and student loan transactions
§ 10-1-160Calibration of tank trucks, meters, containers, and other measures; condemnation of inaccurate measures
§ 10-1-161[Repealed] [Reserved] No fee for gasoline or kerosene inspection
§ 10-1-162Substitution or misbranding of petroleum products; sale of used or reclaimed lubricants; action to enjoin violations; enforcement
§ 10-1-163Penalty for violating Code Section 10-1-162; individual liability
§ 10-1-164[Effective Until 1/1/2026] Requirements for signs advertising price of retail motor fuel; advertising free gifts or services; enforcement; penalty
§ 10-1-164-1Self-service gasoline price for drivers holding special disability permit; penalty
§ 10-1-164-d-1[Effective 1/1/2026] Requirements for signs advertising retail motor fuel; advertising free gifts or services; enforcement; penalty
§ 10-1-165Civil penalty
§ 10-1-166Penalty for chemist or inspector having interest in sale or manufacture of gasoline
§ 10-1-167Penalty for operating condemned self-measuring gasoline pumps
§ 10-1-168Penalty for operating short-measure gasoline pump
§ 10-1-169Penalty for violation of this part or regulations
§ 10-1-180Definitions
§ 10-1-181Adulterated brake fluid
§ 10-1-182Misbranded brake fluid
§ 10-1-183Use of misbranded or adulterated brake fluid prohibited
§ 10-1-184Establishing minimum brake fluid standard and specifications
§ 10-1-185Inspection of brake fluid samples; annual license to sell
§ 10-1-186Enforcement; right of inspection; "stop-sale" orders; condemnation of adulterated or misbranded brake fluid
§ 10-1-187Rules and regulations; powers of Commissioner's agents; list of inspected and licensed brands; advertising of licensing
§ 10-1-188[Repealed] [Reserved] Certified analyses as evidence
§ 10-1-189Penalty for violations; instituting prosecutions
§ 10-1-2Definitions; construction
§ 10-1-20Short title
§ 10-1-200Definitions
§ 10-1-201Adulterated antifreeze
§ 10-1-202Misbranded antifreeze
§ 10-1-202-1Addition of denatonium benzoate to certain antifreeze; applicability; limitation on civil liability and criminal responsibility
§ 10-1-203Inspection of antifreeze samples; annual license to sell
§ 10-1-204Enforcement; right of inspection; "stop-sale" orders
§ 10-1-205Seizure and condemnation of noncomplying antifreeze
§ 10-1-206List of inspected and licensed brands; advertising references to licensing
§ 10-1-207Requiring statement of formula or contents; confidentiality of information furnished
§ 10-1-208[Repealed] [Reserved] Certified analyses as evidence
§ 10-1-208-1Sale or other dispersal of recycled, reclaimed, or reprocessed antifreeze; violations
§ 10-1-209Rules and regulations
§ 10-1-21Definitions
§ 10-1-210Enjoining violations
§ 10-1-211Penalty for violations
§ 10-1-22Seller's obligation to provide sales receipt or contract; obligation of buyer upon cancellation
§ 10-1-220[Effective 1/1/2026] Definitions
§ 10-1-221[Effective 1/1/2026] Administration; electric vehicle charging station inspectors; cooperation with other agencies
§ 10-1-222[Effective 1/1/2026] Charging stations to be capable of measuring and displaying amount of electricity delivered; annual registration
§ 10-1-223[Effective 1/1/2026] Injunctions for violations
§ 10-1-224[Effective 1/1/2026] Inspection of stations; seal of accurate stations; condemnation of inaccurate stations; secrete manipulation prohibited; regulatory authority
§ 10-1-225[Effective 1/1/2026] Advertising requirements for electric vehicle charging stations; advertisements offering free gifts or services; enforcement; penalties
§ 10-1-226[Effective 1/1/2026] Civil penalty for violations
§ 10-1-227[Effective 1/1/2026] Prohibited activities of electric vehicle charging station inspectors
§ 10-1-228[Effective 1/1/2026] Penalty for violations
§ 10-1-23Notice of cancellation; form
§ 10-1-230Short title
§ 10-1-231Legislative findings
§ 10-1-232Definitions
§ 10-1-233Acts of distributor violating article
§ 10-1-234Selling controlled product to another distributor for retail sale when selling to dealers at distress prices
§ 10-1-234-1Suppliers may not inhibit gasoline distributors from being blenders
§ 10-1-235Action by dealer against distributor for violation of article authorized; nature of relief; attorneys' fees
§ 10-1-236[Repealed and Reserved] [Reserved] Action by dealer against distributor for violation of article - Defense of termination of agreement
§ 10-1-237Early termination of lease; hold over; hearing; vacating premises
§ 10-1-238Action by distributor against dealer for breach of agreement; attorneys' fees
§ 10-1-239Limitation of actions
§ 10-1-24Timing of assignments of note or other evidence of indebtedness
§ 10-1-240Marketing agreements subject to article
§ 10-1-241Sale of real property not affected
§ 10-1-25Utilization of federal forms and notices
§ 10-1-250Short title
§ 10-1-251Definitions
§ 10-1-252Reasonable transfer price
§ 10-1-253Computation of cost
§ 10-1-254Prohibited acts in sale of octane or cetane fuels; burden of rebutting prima-facie case
§ 10-1-255Civil actions; effect of written tender of settlement; limitation of actions
§ 10-1-256Legislative intent in construction of Code Section 10-1-254
§ 10-1-26Buyers' continuing rights under other statutory provisions
§ 10-1-260Short title
§ 10-1-261Legislative finding
§ 10-1-262"Liquefied petroleum gas" defined
§ 10-1-263State fire marshal to enforce article
§ 10-1-264Assistants and employees of state fire marshal
§ 10-1-265Rules and regulations setting standards for liquefied petroleum gas equipment
§ 10-1-266Issuance of licenses or permits; annual fees
§ 10-1-267Insurance or bond requirements for license or permit holders
§ 10-1-268Minimum storage facilities required
§ 10-1-269Suspension or revocation of license or imposition of penalty by state fire marshal
§ 10-1-27Exemptions
§ 10-1-270Conflicting local ordinances or regulations prohibited
§ 10-1-271Reciprocal agreements with other states
§ 10-1-272Penalty for violating article or rules and regulations
§ 10-1-290Short title
§ 10-1-291Legislative intent
§ 10-1-292Definitions
§ 10-1-293Blind bidding prohibited; trade screening required; notice of screening; waivers void
§ 10-1-294Enforcement by civil action; damages; attorneys' fees; injunctions
§ 10-1-3Requirements for retail installment contracts; limitations on time price differential; prepayment; inclusion of construction permit costs
§ 10-1-30Short title
§ 10-1-31Definitions; construction
§ 10-1-310Definitions; record keeping; offenses; cooperation with law enforcement
§ 10-1-32Requirements for retail installment contracts; insurance; providing for payment of delinquency charges, attorney's fees, and court costs
§ 10-1-33Finance charge limitations; assignment of contract
§ 10-1-33-1Advancement of money for satisfaction of lease, lien, or security interest in motor vehicle
§ 10-1-330Refusal to sell books, periodicals, or magazines to dealers refusing others not ordered
§ 10-1-331Penalty
§ 10-1-34Right to prepay debt; credit upon anticipation of payments
§ 10-1-35Refinancing retail installment contract
§ 10-1-350Definitions
§ 10-1-351Verifiable documentation required; unlawful activities pertaining to used, detached catalytic converters
§ 10-1-352Requirements for purchase of burial objects
§ 10-1-353Record of transaction; false statements; penalty for making false statement
§ 10-1-354Inspections by law enforcement officers
§ 10-1-355[Effective Until 1/1/2026] Conditions and limitations on payments for regulated metal property; exception for transaction between business entities
§ 10-1-355-d-1[Effective 1/1/2026] Conditions and limitations on payments for regulated metal property; exception for transaction between business entities
§ 10-1-356Hold on regulated metal property believed to be stolen; notice; release of hold
§ 10-1-357Contesting identification or ownership of regulated metal property; action to recover property
§ 10-1-358Purchases of regulated metal property exempted from application of article
§ 10-1-358-1Exclusions from article's applicability
§ 10-1-359Prohibited acts
§ 10-1-359-1Registration of secondary metals recycler; electronic data base; authority of sheriff; penalty for violation
§ 10-1-359-2Penalties for violations
§ 10-1-359-3Forfeiture; items declared contraband
§ 10-1-359-4Authority of localities
§ 10-1-36Disposition of motor vehicle repossessed after default; right to recover deficiency
§ 10-1-36-1Prohibition on class actions
§ 10-1-360Records of purchase transactions; penalties; applicability
§ 10-1-361Exemptions from article
§ 10-1-362Local ordinances or regulations
§ 10-1-37Waiver of this article void
§ 10-1-370Short title
§ 10-1-371Definitions
§ 10-1-372Deceptive trade practices
§ 10-1-373Enjoining deceptive trade practices; costs and attorney's fees; relief cumulative
§ 10-1-374Exemptions from part
§ 10-1-375Uniform construction of part
§ 10-1-38Criminal and civil penalties
§ 10-1-380Attorney General defined
§ 10-1-381Entry of judgment upon final order; collection of judgment; disbursement of funds, consumer preventive education plan
§ 10-1-382Collection fees
§ 10-1-39Additional definitions
§ 10-1-390Short title
§ 10-1-391Purpose and construction of part
§ 10-1-392Definitions; when intentional violation occurs
§ 10-1-393Unfair or deceptive practices in consumer transactions unlawful; examples
§ 10-1-393-1Office supply transactions; solicitations for telephone directory listings
§ 10-1-393-10Filing contracts for child support collection; requirements for contracts; role of collector; cancellation of contract; forwarding of payments
§ 10-1-393-11Display of disclosure statement concerning kosher foods; required information; exception
§ 10-1-393-12Right to cancel contract with residential roofing contractor; notice of cancellation; prohibitions
§ 10-1-393-13Requirements of telephone solicitations; class actions for violation
§ 10-1-393-14Requirements relating to consumer reports furnished for employment purposes
§ 10-1-393-15Required notice for solicitation of services to obtain copies of real estate records; penalties
§ 10-1-393-16Written solicitations relating to corporate filings, employment or labor posters, or notices; definition; penalty for noncompliance
§ 10-1-393-17Protections for vocal or instrumental rights; unlawful advertisements, performances, or productions
§ 10-1-393-18Required disclosures for commercial financing transactions; exceptions; limitations on brokers; enforcement; civil penalties
§ 10-1-393-19Requirements of unsolicited inquiries relating to the sale of real estate; penalties
§ 10-1-393-2Requirements for health spas
§ 10-1-393-3Prohibited use of purchaser's credit card information by merchant
§ 10-1-393-4Pricing practices during state of emergency
§ 10-1-393-5Prohibitions related to telemarketing, computer activities, and home repair or improvement work; removal of arrest booking photographs published online; penalties and enforcement
§ 10-1-393-6Unlawful telemarketing transactions; criminal penalty
§ 10-1-393-7Solicitation during final illness; penalty
§ 10-1-393-8Protection from disclosure of an individual's social security number
§ 10-1-393-9Registration of private child support collectors; surety bond or alternative
§ 10-1-394Adoption of rules, regulations, and standards prohibiting unfair or deceptive practices; application of Chapter 13 of Title 50
§ 10-1-395Authority and duties of Attorney General; Consumer Advisory Board; relations with other regulatory agencies
§ 10-1-396Acts exempt from part
§ 10-1-397Cease and desist orders; civil penalty; judicial relief; receivers
§ 10-1-397-1Initiation or intervention by Attorney General
§ 10-1-398Stay of cease and desist order; hearing
§ 10-1-398-1Judicial review
§ 10-1-399Civil actions for violations; remedies
§ 10-1-4Requirements for revolving accounts; limitations on time price differential
§ 10-1-40Unlawful inducement of motor vehicle buyer or lessee under contract to sublease vehicle; unlawful offering of vehicle for hire by sublessee
§ 10-1-400Limitation on recovery in case of bona fide error
§ 10-1-401Limitation of actions; right to set off damages or penalties not limited
§ 10-1-402Assurances of voluntary compliance
§ 10-1-403Investigations; demands for evidence
§ 10-1-404Attorney General's subpoena and hearing powers; procedural rules; court enforcement orders; self-incrimination; confidentiality
§ 10-1-405Civil penalties; individual liability
§ 10-1-406Prosecution of criminal conduct revealed through investigation
§ 10-1-407Part not exclusive
§ 10-1-408Continuing validity of previously adopted rules, orders, actions, and regulations
§ 10-1-41Civil action for unlawful inducement for sublease of motor vehicle; remedies
§ 10-1-410Definitions
§ 10-1-411Prohibited activities by multilevel distribution company or participant in marketing program; disclosure statement
§ 10-1-412When bond or trust account required; escrow account required
§ 10-1-413Required disclosures; updating; form of notice
§ 10-1-414Prohibited acts by sellers
§ 10-1-415Written contract required; delivery of copy; required provisions; cancellation rights
§ 10-1-416Appointment of Secretary of State as agent for service of process
§ 10-1-417Purchaser and participant remedies; violations as unfair or deceptive acts; penalty
§ 10-1-42Advancement of money to satisfy lease, lien, or security interest in motor vehicle; inclusion in gross capitalized cost
§ 10-1-420Advertising without intending to sell on stated terms; disclaimers as to availability
§ 10-1-421False or fraudulent statements in advertising prohibited; broadcaster or publisher acting in good faith excepted; penalties
§ 10-1-422Designation required for use of term "Doctor" or "Dr."; exceptions
§ 10-1-423Enjoining prohibited advertising
§ 10-1-424Misrepresenting nature of business
§ 10-1-424-1False solicitations regarding legal services prohibited; required rules and regulations concerning legal services solicitations; civil penalties
§ 10-1-425Misrepresenting ownership in advertising liquidation, auction, or going-out-of-business sale prohibited
§ 10-1-426Penalty for violations of Code Sections 10-1-424 and 10-1-425; good faith exceptions
§ 10-1-427False advertising of legal services; good faith exemptions; investigation and enforcement by Attorney General; penalties for violation of cease and desist order
§ 10-1-430Definitions
§ 10-1-431Requirements relating to the advertisement and sale of multiples
§ 10-1-432Information to be disclosed
§ 10-1-433Warranties
§ 10-1-434Remedies not exclusive
§ 10-1-435Civil remedies for violations
§ 10-1-436Civil penalties; injunctions
§ 10-1-437Exemptions
§ 10-1-438Enhanced penalties for disaster related violations; civil action authorized
§ 10-1-439Short title
§ 10-1-439-1Definitions
§ 10-1-439-10Consumers' receipt of goods, wares, merchandise, or products without consent deemed unconditional gift
§ 10-1-439-11Application
§ 10-1-439-12Exemptions
§ 10-1-439-13Role of Attorney General in enforcement; no private right of action; severability
§ 10-1-439-15Short title
§ 10-1-439-16Purpose
§ 10-1-439-17Definitions
§ 10-1-439-18Prohibited activity of third-party delivery services
§ 10-1-439-19Enforcement; penalties
§ 10-1-439-2Discrimination in financial services prohibited
§ 10-1-439-3Role of Attorney General in prosecuting violators; civil penalties
§ 10-1-439-4Exemptions
§ 10-1-439-5Short title
§ 10-1-439-6Purpose; construction with federal law
§ 10-1-439-7Definitions
§ 10-1-439-8Online cancellation of automatic renewal or continuous service; alternate methods of cancellation; required information
§ 10-1-439-9Prohibited activities relating to automatic renewal or continuous service offers; required notices
§ 10-1-440Definitions; when trademark or service mark deemed used in state
§ 10-1-441Ineligibility of trademark or service mark for registration
§ 10-1-442Application for registration of marks; filing fee
§ 10-1-443Classes of goods and services for purposes of registration of marks; application limited to one class
§ 10-1-444Certificate of registration
§ 10-1-445Duration of registration; renewal; fee
§ 10-1-446Assignment of mark and registration; recordation; fee; new certificate
§ 10-1-447Record of registrations and renewals to be kept by Secretary of State
§ 10-1-448Cancellation of registrations
§ 10-1-449Damages for fraud or false representation in registering mark
§ 10-1-450Civil action for infringement of registered mark
§ 10-1-451Injunctions against infringement; recovery of profits and damages; destruction or disposal of counterfeit trademarks; seizure
§ 10-1-452Common-law rights in marks not affected
§ 10-1-453Penalty for unauthorized and deceitful use of name or seal
§ 10-1-454Penalties for forged or counterfeited trademarks, service marks, copyrighted or registered designs, or unauthorized reproductions; forfeiture
§ 10-1-470Imitation of name or emblem prohibited; priority of right to use name
§ 10-1-471Injunction against infringement
§ 10-1-472Penalty for unauthorized use of emblem or name or false claim of membership
§ 10-1-490Required registration statement for business using trade, partnership, or other name not showing ownership
§ 10-1-491Effect of failing to register on contracts
§ 10-1-492Exemption of corporations, limited or professional partnerships, or limited liability companies
§ 10-1-493Penalty for failing to register
§ 10-1-5Retail installment contracts entered into by mail or telephone
§ 10-1-50Sale of unsolicited merchandise prohibited; payment after expiration of trial period; available remedy
§ 10-1-51Unordered merchandise sent after membership terminated deemed gift; enjoining payment requests
§ 10-1-510Conveyance of rights in works of fine art; statement of customer's right or license authorizing duplication; liability
§ 10-1-520Short title
§ 10-1-521Definitions
§ 10-1-522Delivery of artwork to dealer for exhibition or sale in exchange for compensation constituting consignment
§ 10-1-523Written contract required for consignment of work of art; violation by art dealer rendering artist's obligation voidable
§ 10-1-524Effects of consignment
§ 10-1-525Art received as consignment to remain trust property; not subject or subordinate to claims, liens, or security interests
§ 10-1-526Contractual waiver of liability for works of art consigned to cooperative
§ 10-1-527Use or display of work of art or photograph thereof
§ 10-1-528Applicability to contracts executed prior to July 1, 1995
§ 10-1-529Liability for violations by art dealers
§ 10-1-529-1Short title
§ 10-1-529-2Definitions
§ 10-1-529-3Duty of museums and archives repositories to keep accurate records of property held on loan; notice of change in ownership of loaned property
§ 10-1-529-4Abandonment of property loaned to a museum or archives repository; museum acquisition of abandoned property
§ 10-1-529-5Acquisition of undocumented property
§ 10-1-529-6Application of conservation measures to property on loan to museum or archives
§ 10-1-529-7American Indian human remains and burial objects excluded
§ 10-1-530Liability for sale of stolen horse or mule
§ 10-1-550through 10-1-555 - [Repealed]
§ 10-1-570Short title
§ 10-1-571Definitions
§ 10-1-572Legislative intent
§ 10-1-573Employees to be given benefit of day of rest
§ 10-1-574General exemptions from article
§ 10-1-575Charitable or religious activities exempt
§ 10-1-576Governmental departments, agencies, and employees exempt
§ 10-1-590Short title
§ 10-1-591Definitions
§ 10-1-592Buying services and clubs to obtain licenses
§ 10-1-593Conditions of licensure; bonds
§ 10-1-594Application for license; renewal; fee
§ 10-1-595Revocation, suspension, and nonrenewal of licenses; grounds; notice and hearing
§ 10-1-596Approval of Attorney General as to form of contract of membership required; effect of noncompliance
§ 10-1-597Right to cancel membership; how exercised; entitlement to refund; right not waivable
§ 10-1-598Requirements of contracts of membership; effect of noncompliance
§ 10-1-599Authorized duration of contract of membership; disclosure requirement
§ 10-1-6Buyer's right to cancel home solicitation sale
§ 10-1-600Maintenance of records; inspection
§ 10-1-601Rules, regulations, and orders
§ 10-1-602Application of "Georgia Administrative Procedure Act" and "Fair Business Practices Act of 1975."
§ 10-1-603Injunctions
§ 10-1-604Civil penalty for violation; administrative hearing and review; judicial review; judgment on final order; remedy concurrent, alternative, and cumulative
§ 10-1-605Penalty
§ 10-1-606Continuing validity of previously adopted rules, orders, actions, and regulations
§ 10-1-620Short title
§ 10-1-621Legislative findings
§ 10-1-622Definitions
§ 10-1-623Action for violation of article; punitive damages; equitable relief; standing; venue
§ 10-1-624Applicability; use of subsidiary to accomplish illegal act prohibited
§ 10-1-625Limitations of actions
§ 10-1-626Remedies not exclusive
§ 10-1-627Waiver of article void; voluntary releases valid
§ 10-1-628Attorney's fees
§ 10-1-630Short title
§ 10-1-631Unlawful acts of franchisor
§ 10-1-632Protection of consumer data in motor vehicle sales or lease transactions; burden of proof for violations
§ 10-1-640Short title
§ 10-1-641Requirements of franchisor, manufacturer, and distributor; reasonable compensation for parts and labor; recall notices; stop-sales
§ 10-1-642Risk of loss for vehicle in transit
§ 10-1-643Payment of dealer's attorney's fees by manufacturer, distributor, or warrantor
§ 10-1-644Exemptions from part
§ 10-1-645Uniform warranty reimbursement agreement amongst dealers
§ 10-1-650Short title
§ 10-1-651Termination of franchise; grounds; notice; dealer costs reimbursed by franchisor; applicability to distributors
§ 10-1-652Designated successor of a deceased or incapacitated owner
§ 10-1-653Sale of dealership franchise; notice to franchisor
§ 10-1-660Short title
§ 10-1-661Franchisors prohibited from requiring or coercing dealers to take or refrain from taking certain acts
§ 10-1-662Unlawful activities by franchisors
§ 10-1-663Prohibited acts by franchisors
§ 10-1-663-1Right of first refusal
§ 10-1-664Establishing a new dealership or relocating an existing dealership in the market area of an existing dealership; notice; petitions to enjoin or prohibit
§ 10-1-664-1Restrictions on the ownership, operation, or control of dealerships by manufacturers and franchisors; competing unfairly with new dealers
§ 10-1-665Definitions
§ 10-1-666Enforcement of article by state revenue commissioner
§ 10-1-667Petitions for review of alleged violations of article
§ 10-1-668Annual dealer registration and appropriation to department fund
§ 10-1-670Application to franchise agreements
§ 10-1-675Legislative findings
§ 10-1-676Definitions
§ 10-1-677Termination of contractual relationship between dealer and manufacturer
§ 10-1-678Application
§ 10-1-679Definitions; considerations in determining "good cause"
§ 10-1-679-1Legislative intent; variation by contract of article's effect prohibited
§ 10-1-679-10Requirements for warranty work and service
§ 10-1-679-11Remedy for violations
§ 10-1-679-12Determining issuance of temporary injunction
§ 10-1-679-13Requirements for new dealerships
§ 10-1-679-14Franchise agreement required for the sale or distribution of new recreational vehicles; exceptions; enforcement
§ 10-1-679-15Penalty for violations
§ 10-1-679-2Designated sales area for recreational vehicle dealer
§ 10-1-679-3Published prices, charges, and terms of sale
§ 10-1-679-4Termination or change of dealership agreements; burden of proving good cause
§ 10-1-679-5Notice required for termination of or substantial change to dealership agreements
§ 10-1-679-6Repurchase of inventory, equipment, tools, accessories, and signage on termination of the dealership contract; reimbursement for returned items
§ 10-1-679-7Unlawful coercive practices
§ 10-1-679-8Sale or transfer of ownership or change in management of dealerships; unlawful practices; required notices
§ 10-1-679-9Designated successor due to death, incapacity, or retirement; objection
§ 10-1-680Short title
§ 10-1-681Definitions
§ 10-1-682Requirements for lease-purchase agreement
§ 10-1-683Advertisements
§ 10-1-684Prohibited agreement provisions
§ 10-1-685Purchase of insurance; early termination or return of items; late fees
§ 10-1-686Right to reinstatement of agreement by lessee failing to make timely payments; fees; substitute items
§ 10-1-687Penalties; grace period for compliance
§ 10-1-688Limitation of actions
§ 10-1-689Example of form
§ 10-1-7Providing for payment of delinquency charges, attorneys' fees, court costs, and bad instrument fees
§ 10-1-70Disclosure of consideration required in contract; penalty
§ 10-1-700Definitions
§ 10-1-702Payment of commission owed after contract termination; civil action authorized
§ 10-1-703Waiver of law prohibited
§ 10-1-704Jurisdiction of court
§ 10-1-720Definitions
§ 10-1-721Right to have trial franchise offered to designated family member; change of designation
§ 10-1-730Short title
§ 10-1-731Definitions
§ 10-1-732Unilateral amendment, cancellation, termination, refusal to renew, or causing resignation from agreement for good cause
§ 10-1-733Amendment, termination, cancellation, or nonrenewal of agreement
§ 10-1-734Transfer of business, stock, or other interest in dealership
§ 10-1-735Mailing of notice
§ 10-1-736Change in dealer's management or personnel
§ 10-1-737Incorporation of article into agreements; waiver prohibited; good faith settlements
§ 10-1-738Good faith, fair dealing, and reasonableness requirements
§ 10-1-739Venue; equitable relief; recovery of losses and damages for violation of Code Sections 10-1-732 and 10-1-734; when supplier may not cancel, terminate, or refuse to renew agreement
§ 10-1-740Applicability of article
§ 10-1-760Short title
§ 10-1-761Definitions
§ 10-1-762Injunctive relief
§ 10-1-763Recovery of damages
§ 10-1-764Award of attorneys' fees
§ 10-1-765Protection of trade secret during action
§ 10-1-766Limitation of action
§ 10-1-767Applicability of article
§ 10-1-770Definitions
§ 10-1-771Bad faith assertion of patent infringement prohibited; factors for determining bad faith
§ 10-1-772Protective order; posting of bond
§ 10-1-773Enforcement; relief from damages
§ 10-1-774Federal actions excluded
§ 10-1-780Short title
§ 10-1-781Legislative intent
§ 10-1-782Definitions
§ 10-1-783Provision of owner's manual and notice of rights; fully itemized and legible repair order; copies of reports
§ 10-1-784Opportunity to repair; repurchase or replacement of vehicle
§ 10-1-785Compelled replacement or repurchase through arbitration; manufacturer's informal dispute settlement mechanism; revocation of mechanism
§ 10-1-786Request for arbitration; determination of eligibility; notifications; timing; requirements for decision
§ 10-1-787Finality of arbitrator's decision; appeals by manufacturers; time for compliance with arbitrator's decision
§ 10-1-788Exhaustion of remedies under article required
§ 10-1-789Establishment of motor vehicle arbitration panel; compensation; conduct; liability
§ 10-1-790Requirements for transfer of reacquired vehicle
§ 10-1-791Consumer fees to implement provisions of article; enforcement
§ 10-1-792Limitation of liability for new motor vehicle dealers
§ 10-1-793Violations constitute unfair and deceptive act or practice; cumulative effect
§ 10-1-794[Repealed] [Reserved] Staff for administration
§ 10-1-795Rules and regulations
§ 10-1-796Severability
§ 10-1-797Consumer cannot waive rights
§ 10-1-798Continuing validity of previously adopted rules, orders, actions, and regulations
§ 10-1-8Limitations on security interest; application of payments to revolving accounts
§ 10-1-80Definitions
§ 10-1-81Label required for remanufactured item sold at retail
§ 10-1-810Short title
§ 10-1-811Definitions
§ 10-1-812Written notice of warranty supplied by manufacturer and presented by dealer to consumer at time of purchase
§ 10-1-813Opportunity to repair
§ 10-1-814Refund or replacement
§ 10-1-815Extension of reporting and repair periods
§ 10-1-816Informal dispute settlement procedures; remedy for violation
§ 10-1-817Affirmative defenses against claims
§ 10-1-818Limitations of actions
§ 10-1-819Other remedies and rights not limited by article
§ 10-1-82Label required for rebuilt item sold at retail
§ 10-1-83Penalty for violation of this article
§ 10-1-830Definitions
§ 10-1-831Required information from operators
§ 10-1-832Bond requirements
§ 10-1-833Exemptions from bond requirements
§ 10-1-834Refund of entrants' fees upon cancellation or default
§ 10-1-835Civil penalties for violation
§ 10-1-836Criminal penalty for violation
§ 10-1-837Escrow account
§ 10-1-838Liability for failure to post bond or establish escrow account
§ 10-1-850Definitions
§ 10-1-851Enhanced penalty for violations against elder or disabled person
§ 10-1-852Factors for determining imposition and amount of civil penalty
§ 10-1-853Civil action authorized
§ 10-1-854Educational initiatives on consumer crimes against elder and disable person
§ 10-1-855Victim intervention and assistance referral procedure
§ 10-1-856Construction with Part 2 of Article 15 of this chapter; confidentiality
§ 10-1-857Complaints, inquiries, investigations, and corrective action
§ 10-1-870Short title
§ 10-1-871Definitions
§ 10-1-872Express written warranties; failure to furnish
§ 10-1-873Repair of nonconforming assistive technology devices; refund or replacement of devices; sale or lease of returned device
§ 10-1-874Thirty-day return privilege
§ 10-1-875Rights and remedies under other laws or contracts; waivers void; actions for damages
§ 10-1-890Short title
§ 10-1-891Definitions
§ 10-1-892Express written warranties; failure to furnish
§ 10-1-893Repair of nonconforming assistive motorized wheelchairs; refund or replacement; sale or lease of returned wheelchair
§ 10-1-894Other rights or remedies under other law or contract; waiver void; action for damages
§ 10-1-9Transfer of retail installment contracts or revolving accounts
§ 10-1-910Legislative findings
§ 10-1-911Definitions
§ 10-1-912Notification required upon breach of security regarding personal information
§ 10-1-913Additional definitions
§ 10-1-914Consumer requested security freeze on credit report; timing; notifications; temporary lifting of freeze; application; penalty
§ 10-1-914-1Security freezes for protected consumers
§ 10-1-915Notice of right to security freeze
§ 10-1-930Short title
§ 10-1-931Definitions
§ 10-1-932Required disclosure to consumers
§ 10-1-933Civil actions authorized; compliance; recovery of expenses
§ 10-1-934Limitation on application and applicability
§ 10-1-935Violations and enforcement
§ 10-1-940Definitions
§ 10-1-941Required information from high-volume third-party sellers; suspension for noncompliance; verification by online marketplace
§ 10-1-942Disclosure of identifying information; failure to comply; notice
§ 10-1-943Reporting suspicious marketplace activity
§ 10-1-944Use of information or documents; security
§ 10-1-945Civil actions by Attorney General; other remedies
§ 10-10-1Definitions
§ 10-10-10Creation; purpose
§ 10-10-11Definitions
§ 10-10-12Invest Georgia Board; creation; membership; powers
§ 10-10-13Responsibilities of board
§ 10-10-14Fund administrator; investments
§ 10-10-15Expenditure of funds; capitalization; cost of administration
§ 10-10-16Five-year funding period
§ 10-10-17Allocation of designated capital
§ 10-10-18Reports
§ 10-10-19Retention of designated capital and investment returns
§ 10-10-2Creation of Seed-Capital Fund
§ 10-10-20Report on implementation of article
§ 10-10-3Administration of fund; equity contributions; disbursements
§ 10-10-4Investing of funds with investment entities
§ 10-10-5Transfer of funds for making loans
§ 10-10-6Distribution to be deposited in the fund
§ 10-10-7Publishing of annual report by center
§ 10-11-1Definitions
§ 10-11-2Time period for retention of business records
§ 10-11-3Retention of reproductions of original business records
§ 10-12-1Short title
§ 10-12-10Rules applicable when change or error in electronic record occurs
§ 10-12-11Satisfaction of notarization, acknowledgement, verification or oath requirement
§ 10-12-12Retention of electronic records
§ 10-12-13Record or signature evidence not to be excluded solely on the basis of electronic format
§ 10-12-14Rules for automated transactions
§ 10-12-15Sending and receipt of electronic records
§ 10-12-16Transferable records
§ 10-12-17Agency creation and retention of electronic records; conversion of written records to electronic records
§ 10-12-18Each government agency to determine extent of electronic record utilization; specifications for use
§ 10-12-19Standards
§ 10-12-2Definitions
§ 10-12-20Chapter modifies, limits, and supersedes Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act
§ 10-12-3Applicability to electronic records and signatures relating to a transaction
§ 10-12-4Applicability to electronic records and signatures created on or after July 1, 2009
§ 10-12-5Chapter does not create requirement for electronic transactions; determination as to whether parties intend to conduct electronic transactions
§ 10-12-6Construction and applicability
§ 10-12-7Legal effect of electronic records or signatures
§ 10-12-8Ability to retain, store, and print electronic records; requirements for posting and display of records; variation by agreement
§ 10-12-9Attributing electronic record or signature to particular person; effect
§ 10-13-1Legislative findings; Master Settlement Agreement
§ 10-13-2Definitions
§ 10-13-3Deposits into escrow accounts; violations
§ 10-13-4Copies of Master Settlement Agreement available to the public
§ 10-13a-1Legislative findings
§ 10-13a-10Review of Attorney General's decision on removal from directory; certification of full compliance required; recovery of costs; conflicts with the Master Settlement Agreement
§ 10-13a-2Definitions
§ 10-13a-3Certification of compliance with Master Settlement Agreement; requirements; retention of documentation of sales
§ 10-13a-4Availability of directory; inclusion and maintenance requirements; provision of email by distributor
§ 10-13a-5Prohibition against affixing tax stamp to manufacturer or brand not included in directory
§ 10-13a-6Agents of nonresident or foreign nonparticipating manufacturer or importer; directory updating; refunds upon removal from directory
§ 10-13a-7Bond from nonparticipating manufacturers; escrow
§ 10-13a-8Documentation to be supplied by distributor; cooperation between commissioner and Attorney General; promulgation of regulations
§ 10-13a-9Suspension of dealer's or distributor's license; other available remedies; falsification of information
§ 10-13b-1Legislative findings
§ 10-13b-2Definitions
§ 10-13b-3Bar to litigation by state-wide opioid settlement; exception; effective date
§ 10-14-1Short title
§ 10-14-10Minimum acreage for cemeteries; exceptions
§ 10-14-11Stop orders suspending, revoking, or denying the effectiveness of registration; late penalty fees
§ 10-14-12Separate accounts and records; owner acting as trustee; removal of trustee or escrow agent; financial reports
§ 10-14-13Venue for civil or criminal actions
§ 10-14-14Administration of chapter; rules and regulations
§ 10-14-15Investigations by Secretary of State; subpoenas; hearings
§ 10-14-16Cemetery rules and regulations; schedule of charges
§ 10-14-17Prohibited acts; fees
§ 10-14-18Duties of registrants; requirements of written contracts
§ 10-14-19Enforcement of chapter; civil penalties
§ 10-14-2Legislative findings and intent
§ 10-14-20Criminal penalties
§ 10-14-21Purchaser's remedy for violations
§ 10-14-22Judicial appeal of orders issued by Secretary of State
§ 10-14-23Administrative appeal of orders issued by Secretary of State
§ 10-14-24Effect of consent to service of process
§ 10-14-25Waiver of rights or defenses in cemetery purchase agreements void
§ 10-14-26Secretary of State immune from liability
§ 10-14-27[Repealed] [Reserved] Evidence in civil or criminal actions under chapter
§ 10-14-28Actions pending under prior law
§ 10-14-29Construction of mausoleums and columbariums; preconstruction trust funds
§ 10-14-3Definitions
§ 10-14-3-1Authority of boards
§ 10-14-30Adoption of minimum standards by Secretary of State
§ 10-14-4Registration of cemetery owners, preneed dealers, and burial or funeral merchandise dealers; exemptions; nonperpetual care cemeteries
§ 10-14-5Registration of preneed sales agents; retention of employee applications by registered cemeteries
§ 10-14-5-1Relationship between life insurance and funeral establishment
§ 10-14-6Perpetual care trust funds
§ 10-14-7Preneed escrow accounts or trust funds
§ 10-14-7-1Trust funds or escrow accounts for preneed funeral services
§ 10-14-8Prohibition of certain persons from employment; notice and hearing; emergency orders
§ 10-14-9Amendment of registration applications; audit of registrant records; transfer of ownership in cemeteries or preneed dealers
§ 10-15-1Definitions
§ 10-15-2Disposal of business records containing personal information
§ 10-15-3Handling of receipts for credit card transactions
§ 10-15-4Prohibited activities involving magnetic strip or stripe on payment card
§ 10-15-5Enforcement; investigation of violations
§ 10-15-6Hearings and penalties for violations; appeal of decision; entry of judgment
§ 10-15-7Criminal penalties; authority to prosecute
§ 10-2-1Definitions
§ 10-2-10Delivery tickets for bulk sales and bulk deliveries of heating fuel
§ 10-2-11Information required on packages
§ 10-2-12Unit price required on packages with random weights
§ 10-2-13Quantity and retail price required on advertising of package commodities
§ 10-2-14Using or possessing incorrect weight or measure; removing tags, seals, or marks; obstructing enforcement
§ 10-2-15Standards for grain moisture testing equipment; enforcement and inspections
§ 10-2-16Permit to operate grain moisture testing equipment
§ 10-2-17Inspection of scales used in intrastate shipments
§ 10-2-18When weight, measure, or weighing or measuring device presumed used in business
§ 10-2-19Manner of display of measurement of compressed natural gas on dispensing devices
§ 10-2-2Recognized systems of weights and measures
§ 10-2-20Enjoining violations
§ 10-2-21Administrative penalty for violations; judicial review; proceedings for collection
§ 10-2-22Criminal penalty for violations
§ 10-2-23Sale and measurement of pulpwood, sawtimber, poles, and other types of timber
§ 10-2-3Primary standards of weights and measures; prescribing and verifying secondary standards
§ 10-2-4Technical requirements for commercial weighing and measuring devices
§ 10-2-40Persons who may be licensed and known as certified public weighers
§ 10-2-41License required; application; issuance
§ 10-2-42Duration of license; fees; cost of seals
§ 10-2-43Revocation of license permit for malfeasance or violation; notice and hearing
§ 10-2-45Certified public weigher's official seal
§ 10-2-46Issuance of official seals to licensed tobacco warehousemen
§ 10-2-47Return of seal on termination of duties
§ 10-2-48Duties of certified public weighers
§ 10-2-49Use of untested weight, measure, or device prohibited
§ 10-2-5Powers and duties of Commissioner generally
§ 10-2-50Weighing leaf tobacco and livestock
§ 10-2-51Sale of coal or coke by itinerant dealer without having weight certified; penalty
§ 10-2-52Commissioner of Agriculture to administer article; rules and regulations; regulation of livestock auction barns
§ 10-2-53Administrative penalty for violation of article or order, rule, or regulation; judicial review; proceedings for collection
§ 10-2-54Criminal penalties for violations; revocation of licenses; forfeiture of seals
§ 10-2-6Power of Commissioner to inspect commercial premises and vehicles; stop-use or stop-sale, hold, and removal orders; seizure
§ 10-2-7Misrepresentation of quantity in selling or buying prohibited
§ 10-2-8Misrepresentation or deception in pricing by weight, measure, or count prohibited
§ 10-2-9Permissible methods of selling by quantity
§ 10-3-1Transfer of secured note carries security
§ 10-3-2Endorser sued with maker, drawer, or acceptor
§ 10-3-3Consideration to be stated on notes, contracts, or other evidences of debt taken for the purchase of any patent right, copyright, or proprietary right
§ 10-3-4Certain notes or contracts for patent rights, copyrights, or proprietary rights; purchaser takes subject to equities
§ 10-3-5Penalty for violation of Code Section 10-3-3
§ 10-3-6Requirement to satisfy definition of issuer
§ 10-4-1Short title
§ 10-4-10Annual license required; issuance by Commissioner; application for license or renewal
§ 10-4-100Legislative intent and findings
§ 10-4-101Licenses for flue-cured leaf tobacco auction sales; "clean-up" sale licenses
§ 10-4-102Physical standards for leaf tobacco warehouses; compliance as prerequisite for license
§ 10-4-103Insurance as prerequisite for license
§ 10-4-104Allocating sales opportunities among licensed warehouses
§ 10-4-105Denial of issuance or suspension or revocation of license
§ 10-4-106Georgia Tobacco Marketing Act of 1995
§ 10-4-107Warehousemen to render itemized statements
§ 10-4-107-1Requirements of tobacco contracts
§ 10-4-108Records and reports by warehousemen
§ 10-4-109Commissioner of Agriculture to keep sales records; publication
§ 10-4-11License for person electing to comply with article and regulations
§ 10-4-111Meetings of advisory board; duties; fixing opening date of marketing season; revocation of license for early sale
§ 10-4-112Limitations on sales hours and days of warehouses
§ 10-4-113Maximum rate of sales
§ 10-4-114Auction tobacco dealers; licenses; regulations as to reports and records; refusal, suspension, or revocation of license
§ 10-4-114-1[Repealed] Grading by the Agriculture Marketing Service; alternatives if graders unavailable
§ 10-4-115Nonauction tobacco dealers to be licensed; bond or trust fund agreement; records and reports; certified public weighers provided; penalty
§ 10-4-116Inspection of premises and records
§ 10-4-117Certified public weighers to be provided by licensees
§ 10-4-117-1Detention of tobacco; notice; condemnation; cost of testing
§ 10-4-118Enforcement of part; notice and hearing in revocation or suspension proceedings
§ 10-4-119Suspension or revocation of license or registration pending investigation and correction of violation
§ 10-4-12Bond required; additional bond
§ 10-4-120Enjoining violations
§ 10-4-121Procedure for adopting or changing rules and regulations; administrative review of objections
§ 10-4-122Judicial review of administrative decision
§ 10-4-123General penalty for violation of part
§ 10-4-13Bonded and licensed warehouse may be designated as state bonded
§ 10-4-14Actions on bonds
§ 10-4-140Legislative intent and findings
§ 10-4-141Definitions
§ 10-4-142Licenses for carry-over tobacco services
§ 10-4-143Fire and extended coverage insurance on stored tobacco
§ 10-4-144Each licensee to be bonded
§ 10-4-145Maximum charges and expenses
§ 10-4-146Licensees to render statements upon receipt of tobacco
§ 10-4-147Division of money received above contract sales price plus charges and expenses
§ 10-4-148Licensees' records and reports
§ 10-4-149Commissioner of Agriculture to keep storage and sale records; publication
§ 10-4-15Inspections of warehouses
§ 10-4-150Tender for storage not deemed sale; sale not consummated before next season
§ 10-4-151Certified public weighers to be provided by licensees
§ 10-4-152Regulations and physical standards for premises; inspection of premises
§ 10-4-153Enforcement of part; revocation or suspension of licenses
§ 10-4-154Enjoining violations
§ 10-4-155Penalty for violating part or rules or regulations
§ 10-4-16Inspectors and examiners to be bonded
§ 10-4-17License fees
§ 10-4-170Local boards of trade and state-wide organization of warehousemen authorized
§ 10-4-171Arbitrating organization of board of trade
§ 10-4-172Rules and regulations of boards of trade and state-wide organization
§ 10-4-173Local and state-wide membership fees
§ 10-4-174Membership in board of trade and state-wide organization as conditions for operating warehouse
§ 10-4-175Categories of membership; participation in allocating sale time; liability for board's acts
§ 10-4-176Appealing suspension or expulsion from board of trade or state-wide organization
§ 10-4-177Price fixing or restraint of trade not authorized; regulation of leaf tobacco selling unaffected
§ 10-4-18Delivery to warehouse presumably for storage
§ 10-4-19Warehouse receipts required; obtaining printed forms; use of electronic receipts authorized
§ 10-4-190Short title
§ 10-4-191Definitions; exemption of state licensed or bonded warehouses
§ 10-4-192Information required for storage rental or lease; property ownership statement
§ 10-4-193Penalties
§ 10-4-2Definitions
§ 10-4-20Essential terms of warehouse receipts; liability for omission
§ 10-4-21Obligation of warehouseman to deliver; effect of loss or damage
§ 10-4-210Short title
§ 10-4-211Definitions
§ 10-4-212Lien of owner of self-service storage facility upon property located at facility; priority; attachment
§ 10-4-213Enforcement of lien without judicial intervention; execution of rental agreement
§ 10-4-214Compliance with Servicemembers Civil Relief Act; additional rights, duties, and obligations not impaired; rights under article additional
§ 10-4-215Rental agreements entered into before July 1, 2013, not affected
§ 10-4-216Self-service storage facility not residence; no application of public bonded warehouseman provisions
§ 10-4-217Late penalty; calculations; application
§ 10-4-218Deemed acceptance of rental agreement; notice of termination or nonrenewal; removal of personal property
§ 10-4-22Surrender and cancellation of warehouse receipts on delivery
§ 10-4-23Records of warehousemen
§ 10-4-24Inspection of records; preservation of records when license terminated
§ 10-4-25When insurance on stored products required
§ 10-4-26Schedules of charges to be filed; changes in charges; special rates for United States; duplication of charges prohibited
§ 10-4-27Certified public weighers to be provided
§ 10-4-28Scales to be provided; examination; disapproved scales not to be used
§ 10-4-29Suspension of license pending investigation or correction of violation; impoundment of records and commodities
§ 10-4-3State warehouse section established; supervisor of section
§ 10-4-30Suspension or revocation of license for violation; liquidation proceedings; impoundment of unused receipts
§ 10-4-31Publishing lists of licensed and bonded warehouses, license terminations, and findings as to violations
§ 10-4-32Criminal penalties for violations; immunity of sureties
§ 10-4-33Duty of persons accepting warehouse receipts to take adequate measures regarding goods
§ 10-4-4Exemptions from article; warehousemen electing to be covered
§ 10-4-5Powers and duties of Commissioner; annual reports; adoption of rules and regulations
§ 10-4-50Designation of commissioner
§ 10-4-51Bond of commissioner
§ 10-4-52Appointment and bonding of necessary employees; promulgation of rules and regulations
§ 10-4-53Actions by and against commissioner; limitations on liability; "linters" not to be stored
§ 10-4-54Duties of commissioner generally
§ 10-4-55Acquisition of property; encouraging erection of warehouses
§ 10-4-56Purchase or lease of, or contracting for, compress plant by commissioner
§ 10-4-57Fire insurance on property owned by or in possession of commissioner
§ 10-4-58Annual report
§ 10-4-59Cooperation with other states
§ 10-4-6Procedure for adopting or changing rules and regulations; administrative review of objections
§ 10-4-60State debt not to be created
§ 10-4-7Uniform application of orders, fees, rules, and regulations
§ 10-4-70Standards and classifications of cotton
§ 10-4-71Storing lint cotton; inspection tags; issuance, contents, transfer, and cancellation of receipts
§ 10-4-72Fixing terms and rate of storage
§ 10-4-73Commissioner may negotiate loans on receipts and sale of stored cotton
§ 10-4-74Commissioner's charges and commissions
§ 10-4-75Warehouse receipt books; execution and sealing of receipts
§ 10-4-76Investigation of liens and titles by warehouseman; priority of claim of receipt holder
§ 10-4-77Penalty for failure to give notice of lien on cotton
§ 10-4-78Penalty for false affidavit as to lien on cotton
§ 10-4-79Penalties for delivering cotton without production of receipt or failing to cancel receipt
§ 10-4-8Existing interstate commerce regulations not affected
§ 10-4-80Penalties for issuing receipt for cotton not in warehouse
§ 10-4-81Penalty for issuing duplicate or additional receipt; lost or destroyed receipts
§ 10-4-9Judicial review of administrative decision
§ 10-5-1Short title
§ 10-5-10Exemptions from registration of securities
§ 10-5-100Definitions
§ 10-5-101Prompt notification to Commissioner of exploitation; requirements
§ 10-5-102Notifications to designated third parties
§ 10-5-103Delayed disbursement if financial exploitation suspected; expiration; judicial extension of delay
§ 10-5-104Limitations on administrative and civil liability
§ 10-5-105Disclosure on investigations
§ 10-5-106Accessibility of books and records
§ 10-5-107Administrative and civil liability
§ 10-5-108Reporting requirements remain
§ 10-5-11Exempt transactions
§ 10-5-12Exemption of securities, transactions, or offers by adoption of rule or issuance of order
§ 10-5-13Denial, suspension, or revocation of exemption
§ 10-5-14
§ 10-5-15
§ 10-5-16
§ 10-5-17
§ 10-5-18
§ 10-5-19
§ 10-5-2Definitions
§ 10-5-20Restrictions on sales of securities
§ 10-5-21Filing of records
§ 10-5-22Registration by coordination; additional records; effective date of federal registration statement
§ 10-5-23Registration by qualification; additional information and records required; effective date
§ 10-5-23-1
§ 10-5-24Filing of registration statement; conditions of registration; amendment
§ 10-5-25Denying, suspending, or revoking the effectiveness of registration statement; publication of conduct constituting violations; notice and hearing
§ 10-5-26Waiver or modification of requirements by Commissioner
§ 10-5-3Citations to United States Code
§ 10-5-30Registration requirements for broker-dealers; exemptions
§ 10-5-31Registration requirements for agents; exemptions
§ 10-5-32Registration requirements for investment advisors; exemptions
§ 10-5-33Registration requirement for investment adviser representatives; exemptions
§ 10-5-34Registration requirements for federal covered investment advisers
§ 10-5-35Application for registration; consent to service of process
§ 10-5-36Successors to registration; change of name, form of organization, and control
§ 10-5-37Notice of termination
§ 10-5-38Withdrawal of registration
§ 10-5-39Fees
§ 10-5-4Reference to agency or department of United States
§ 10-5-40Financial requirements
§ 10-5-41Denial of or placement of conditions or limitations on registration; civil penalties
§ 10-5-5Electronic records and signatures
§ 10-5-50Unlawful practices with offer, sale, or purchase of security
§ 10-5-51Fraud or deceit unlawful; adoption of rule
§ 10-5-52Burden on person claiming exemption, preemption, or exclusion in civil and criminal proceedings
§ 10-5-53Order or rule may require filing of prospectus and additional information
§ 10-5-54Unlawful to make false or misleading statements
§ 10-5-55Acceptance of filings not indicative of accuracy, merit, or qualification
§ 10-5-56Liability for defamation related to information contained in record
§ 10-5-57Penalties for violations
§ 10-5-58Enforcement of civil liability; damages
§ 10-5-59Exemptions to liability
§ 10-5-6
§ 10-5-7
§ 10-5-70Administration of chapter; Commissioner of Securities; authority
§ 10-5-71Powers of Commissioner
§ 10-5-72Violations; remedies and penalties
§ 10-5-73Cease and desist orders; denying, revoking, or conditioning exemptions for broker-dealers; civil penalties
§ 10-5-74Issuance of forms and orders; adoption and amendment of rules
§ 10-5-75Register of applications for registration of securities; registration statements; notice filings; notices of claims; furnishing certain information to the public
§ 10-5-76Public records; exceptions
§ 10-5-77Intergovernmental cooperation, coordination, and consultation; sharing of records and information
§ 10-5-78Rules and orders issued under this chapter subject to judicial review
§ 10-5-79Applicability of chapter to certain offers to purchase or sell
§ 10-5-8
§ 10-5-80Consent to service of process
§ 10-5-9[Repealed] Exempt Transactions
§ 10-5-90Predecessor Act governs actions pending and registrations, orders, and rules in effect on July 1, 2009
§ 10-5a-1Definitions
§ 10-5a-2Prohibited activities concerning purchase or sale of commodities
§ 10-5a-20Investigations
§ 10-5a-21Actions by Commissioner if chapter, rule, or order violated
§ 10-5a-22Legal or equitable remedies; special remedies
§ 10-5a-23Venue for civil and criminal actions
§ 10-5a-24Commissioner of Securities; employees; compensation and expenses; assistant commissioner; prohibited use of information; confidential information
§ 10-5a-25Cooperation with agencies, administrators, and organizations
§ 10-5a-26Rules and regulations
§ 10-5a-27Applicability of Code Sections 10-5A-2, 10-5A-5, and 10-5A-6
§ 10-5a-28Administrative proceedings
§ 10-5a-29Judicial review of Commissioner's orders
§ 10-5a-3Exempt purchasers and sellers
§ 10-5a-30Burden of proving exemptions
§ 10-5a-31Criminal penalties for violating chapter; institution of criminal proceedings
§ 10-5a-4Exempt transactions and contracts; rules and regulations
§ 10-5a-5Conditions for acting as commodity merchant; designation of board of trade
§ 10-5a-6Fraudulent or deceitful acts or willful misappropriation prohibited
§ 10-5a-7Liability for acts or omissions of employees, officers, or agents
§ 10-5a-8Applicability of securities law
§ 10-5a-9Construction of chapter
§ 10-5b-1Legislative findings and intent
§ 10-5b-2Definitions
§ 10-5b-3Rules to prohibit deceptive, fraudulent, or abusive telemarketing activities authorized
§ 10-5b-4Required and prohibited telephone conduct and activities; liability
§ 10-5b-5Applicability to persons subject to other provisions of the Code
§ 10-5b-6Criminal and civil penalties; right to punish under other laws not limited
§ 10-5b-7Remedies, duties, prohibitions, and penalties not exclusive; construction with other provisions of the Code
§ 10-5b-8When offer to sell or buy is made in state
§ 10-6-1Creation of agency relationship
§ 10-6-100Bond to be posted by agent in business of receiving cash for payment to third persons; exceptions
§ 10-6-101Right to restitution from bond; agent's civil liability or criminal responsibility to patron not affected
§ 10-6-102Penalties for failure to post bond
§ 10-6-120Overseer's duties and powers
§ 10-6-121Parol contract between employer and overseer
§ 10-6-140through 10-6-142 - Reserved
§ 10-6-2Formality necessary to create agency
§ 10-6-20Rights under agency for illegal purpose
§ 10-6-21Extent of agent's authority; liability for exceeding, violating, or disregarding instructions
§ 10-6-22Required standard of care
§ 10-6-23Instructions from multiple principals
§ 10-6-24Sale or purchase to self prohibited
§ 10-6-25Personal profit off principal's property prohibited
§ 10-6-26Dispute of principal's title
§ 10-6-27Principal's right of recovery
§ 10-6-28Effect of bank failure
§ 10-6-29Mingling goods
§ 10-6-3Eligibility standard for agent
§ 10-6-30Proper accounting required
§ 10-6-31Commission and expenses
§ 10-6-32Owner's right to sell property placed with broker; broker's right to commissions
§ 10-6-33Method for revocation of agency; damages for unreasonable revocation
§ 10-6-34Effect of death or disability on pledge of stock with power of attorney
§ 10-6-35Effect of death on power of attorney by member of armed forces, seaman, or person on war service
§ 10-6-36Effect of incompetency or incapacity of principal on power of attorney
§ 10-6-37Action for wrongful discharge of agent before termination of contract
§ 10-6-38Mitigation of damages for improper dismissal
§ 10-6-39Liability of principal for injuries by other agents
§ 10-6-4Conveyance authority of attorneys in fact
§ 10-6-5Agent authority; delegation
§ 10-6-50Scope of authority; general and special agents
§ 10-6-51Effect of acts within and outside scope of authority
§ 10-6-52Ratification
§ 10-6-53Form of act
§ 10-6-54Effect of undisclosed principal
§ 10-6-55Effect of seller giving credit to agent
§ 10-6-56Effect of representations or concealment on principal
§ 10-6-57Nonproduction of payment made or security by agent
§ 10-6-58Effect of notice to agent
§ 10-6-59Conspiracy with third parties
§ 10-6-6Conditional power of attorney
§ 10-6-60Effect of neglect or fraud by agent
§ 10-6-61Effect of willful trespass by agent
§ 10-6-62Rights under contract; undisclosed principal
§ 10-6-63Recovery of illegal or mistaken payments
§ 10-6-64[Repealed] [Reserved] Agent may be witness; credibility; admissibility of agent's declarations
§ 10-6-7Application
§ 10-6-80Agent authority in legal actions; parol authority; effect of repudiation
§ 10-6-81Recovery for mistaken payment to principal
§ 10-6-82Agent's right of action on principal's contracts
§ 10-6-83Right of action by agent for interference with possession of principal's property
§ 10-6-84Enforcement of contract after authority exceeded
§ 10-6-85Liability for exceeding authority
§ 10-6-86Liability of person signing instrument as agent or fiduciary
§ 10-6-87Assignment of credit
§ 10-6-88Liability on public contract
§ 10-6-89Contract for nonexisting principal void; right of action against purported agent
§ 10-6a-1Short title
§ 10-6a-10Duties of brokers to prospective clients; limitations on brokerage agreements; exceptions
§ 10-6a-11Creation of relationship not determined by payment or promise of compensation
§ 10-6a-12Broker acting as dual agent
§ 10-6a-13Exclusive representation; company policies; actual knowledge; confidentiality
§ 10-6a-14Ministerial acts explained; required actions of transaction brokers; false information
§ 10-6a-15Affiliation with common source information company
§ 10-6a-16Regulation
§ 10-6a-2Legislative findings; chapter as basis for private rights of actions and defenses
§ 10-6a-3Definitions
§ 10-6a-4Broker's legal relationship to customers or clients
§ 10-6a-5Duties and responsibilities of broker engaged by seller
§ 10-6a-6Duties of broker engaged by landlord
§ 10-6a-7Duties of broker engaged by buyer
§ 10-6a-8Duties of broker engaged by tenant
§ 10-6a-9Duration of relationships between brokers and clients; conflict between duties owed to clients and customers
§ 10-6b-1Short title
§ 10-6b-10Termination of power of attorney and agent's authority; third-party reliance; filing notice of revocation with clerk
§ 10-6b-11Designation of coagents; role of successor agent; notification of violation
§ 10-6b-12Compensation
§ 10-6b-13Agent's acceptance of appointment
§ 10-6b-14Duties of agents
§ 10-6b-15Waivers of agent liability
§ 10-6b-16Petition for construction of power of attorney or role of agent; reimbursement for fees and expenses
§ 10-6b-17Agent's liability to principal
§ 10-6b-18Resignation of agent
§ 10-6b-19Acceptance of and reliance upon attested power of attorney; request for additional information
§ 10-6b-2Definitions
§ 10-6b-20Liability for refusal to accept power of attorney
§ 10-6b-21Principles of law and equity
§ 10-6b-22Laws applicable to financial institutions and entities
§ 10-6b-23Rights and remedies under other law
§ 10-6b-3Applicability
§ 10-6b-4Power of attorney is durable
§ 10-6b-40Agent authority that requires specific grant; granting of general authority; prohibited authorizations; petitions for authority
§ 10-6b-41References to general authority in powers of attorney; modifications
§ 10-6b-42Construction of authority of agent generally
§ 10-6b-43Real property
§ 10-6b-44Tangible personal property
§ 10-6b-45Stocks and bonds
§ 10-6b-46Commodities and options
§ 10-6b-47Banks and other financial institutions
§ 10-6b-48Operation of entity or business
§ 10-6b-49Insurance and annuities
§ 10-6b-5Execution of power of attorney
§ 10-6b-50Estates, trusts, and other beneficial interests
§ 10-6b-51Claims and litigation
§ 10-6b-52Personal and family maintenance
§ 10-6b-53Benefits from governmental programs or civil or military service
§ 10-6b-54Retirement plans
§ 10-6b-55Taxes
§ 10-6b-56Gifts
§ 10-6b-6Validity of power of attorney; effect of copy
§ 10-6b-7Controlling law
§ 10-6b-70Form power of attorney
§ 10-6b-71Optional form for agent certification of facts
§ 10-6b-8Nomination of conservator; relationship of agent to court-appointed fiduciary; finding of incapacity
§ 10-6b-80Construction with federal Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act
§ 10-6b-81Application of Chapter 6B
§ 10-6b-9When power of attorney effective
§ 10-7-1Contract of suretyship or guaranty defined; liability of surety generally
§ 10-7-2Nature of obligation of surety
§ 10-7-20Effect of release of or compounding with surety
§ 10-7-21Novation; effect
§ 10-7-22Discharge of surety by increase of risk
§ 10-7-23Refusal to deliver evidence of debt and securities on tender of amount of debt as discharging surety
§ 10-7-24Refusal to sue principal after notice by surety as discharge
§ 10-7-25Extending liability
§ 10-7-26Promise to pay in ignorance of discharge
§ 10-7-27Provisions of Uniform Commercial Code to control
§ 10-7-28Process sued out and judgment entered against surety as such
§ 10-7-29Judgment against principal and surety at same time
§ 10-7-3Suretyship not extended by implication
§ 10-7-30Bad faith refusal of corporate surety to perform suretyship contract
§ 10-7-31Rights of certain parties claiming protection under a payment bond or security deposit; notice of commencement of work
§ 10-7-4Form of contract immaterial
§ 10-7-40Attachment against principal
§ 10-7-41Right of surety or endorser to recover amount paid, interest, and costs
§ 10-7-42Effect of judgment against surety
§ 10-7-43Recovery of usury paid by surety
§ 10-7-44Foreclosure of mortgage or enforcement of security given by principal
§ 10-7-45Proof of suretyship by parol
§ 10-7-46Proof of suretyship after judgment
§ 10-7-47Control of execution and judgment by surety; subrogation to plaintiff's rights
§ 10-7-48Control of execution and judgment by surety when sued separately
§ 10-7-49Payment pending action; judgment for plaintiff for use of surety
§ 10-7-50Compelling contribution from cosureties after paying more than equal share; effect of cosurety's insolvency
§ 10-7-51Interest on sum recovered as contribution
§ 10-7-52Duty to account for indemnification from principal; compelling transfer of security from principal
§ 10-7-53Controlling action on debt and judgments therein against cosureties
§ 10-7-54Endorser's right to control judgment on debt and execution thereon
§ 10-7-55Protection of bona fide purchasers when surety controls judgment
§ 10-7-56Subrogation to rights of creditor; priority of claim
§ 10-7-57Substitution in place of creditor as to securities held by creditor
§ 10-9-1Short title
§ 10-9-10Exemption of authority from taxation
§ 10-9-11Venue and jurisdiction of actions under chapter
§ 10-9-12Acceptance of grants, contributions, and gifts of money, property, or services
§ 10-9-13Moneys received considered trust funds; exception
§ 10-9-14Authority to fix charges for use; use of earnings; terms and conditions for use of project; contract required; penalty for violation of commercial activity prohibition
§ 10-9-14-1Bylaws, resolutions, regulations, or ordinances governing use of facilities; exclusion of persons; grants for particular uses
§ 10-9-15Power of authority with regard to ensuring maximum use of project; rules and regulations for operation and use; security guards
§ 10-9-16Duties of Attorney General
§ 10-9-16-1Authority to contract with local entities with regard to local trade and convention center; provision of goods and services; costs, liabilities, and expenses
§ 10-9-16-2Disposition of real property not required by authority; excepted property
§ 10-9-17Powers declared supplemental and additional
§ 10-9-18Liberal construction of chapter
§ 10-9-19Accounts and audits
§ 10-9-2Re-creation of "Geo. L. Smith II Georgia World Congress Center Authority."
§ 10-9-20Geo. L. Smith II Georgia World Congress Center Authority Overview Committee created; composition; officers; duties
§ 10-9-21Cooperation of other state agencies; staff members and independent consultants
§ 10-9-22Authority to cooperate with committee; enforcement actions; annual committee reports
§ 10-9-23Criteria for evaluating authority
§ 10-9-24Expenditure of funds; expenses of committee members
§ 10-9-3Definitions
§ 10-9-4Purpose of authority; powers generally
§ 10-9-4-1Adoption and enforcement of ordinances relating to property, affairs, and administration of authority; penalties
§ 10-9-40Issuance of bonds authorized; purpose
§ 10-9-41Terms and conditions of bonds; form
§ 10-9-42Signatures; seal
§ 10-9-43Tax exemption
§ 10-9-44Sale of bonds; interest rate
§ 10-9-45Use of proceeds; issuance of additional bonds in case of deficit; use of surplus
§ 10-9-46Interim revenue receipts, certificates, or bonds
§ 10-9-47Replacement of mutilated, destroyed, or lost bonds
§ 10-9-48Proceedings and conditions for issuance; resolution
§ 10-9-49Lease of facilities; terms and conditions; contracts with public entities
§ 10-9-5Transfer of duties of Department of Economic Development; actions to be performed by authority under contract with and on behalf of department; costs; ratification of past actions
§ 10-9-50Enforceability against authority; limitation on state liability
§ 10-9-51Security; provisions in resolution or trust indenture for protection of bondholder rights and remedies; sinking fund
§ 10-9-52Enforcement of rights by bondholder, receiver, or indenture trustee
§ 10-9-53Payment of sale proceeds to trustee
§ 10-9-54Use of services of Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission; professional services for projects
§ 10-9-55Refunding bonds
§ 10-9-56Bonds made securities for investment and deposit purposes
§ 10-9-57Validation of bonds; applicability of "Revenue Bond Law."
§ 10-9-58Legislative findings; state covenants
§ 10-9-59Inapplicability of "Georgia Uniform Securities Act of 2008."
§ 10-9-6Appointment and terms of members of board of governors; vacancies; travel expenses and per diem
§ 10-9-60Jurisdiction over actions
§ 10-9-61Cumulative nature of authority powers; power to pledge or assign rents, revenues, earnings, and funds as security for indebtedness
§ 10-9-7Management of business and affairs of authority; bylaws, rules, and regulations; quorum; delegation of authority to committees
§ 10-9-8Meetings of board; notice; removal of members from board
§ 10-9-9Officers of board; terms; authority; compensation
§ 11-1-101Short titles
§ 11-1-102Scope of article
§ 11-1-103Rules of construction to promote purposes and policies; applicability of supplemental principles of law
§ 11-1-104Construction against implicit repeal
§ 11-1-105Severability
§ 11-1-106Use of singular and plural; gender
§ 11-1-107Section captions
§ 11-1-108Relation to Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act
§ 11-1-201General definitions
§ 11-1-202Notice; knowledge
§ 11-1-203Lease distinguished from security interest
§ 11-1-204Value
§ 11-1-205Reasonable time; seasonableness
§ 11-1-206Presumptions
§ 11-1-301Territorial applicability; parties' power to choose applicable law
§ 11-1-302Variation by agreement
§ 11-1-303Course of performance, course of dealing, and usage of trade
§ 11-1-304Obligation of good faith
§ 11-1-305Remedies to be liberally administered
§ 11-1-306Waiver or renunciation of claim or right after breach
§ 11-1-307Prima-facie evidence by third party documents
§ 11-1-308Performance or acceptance under reservation of rights
§ 11-1-309Option to accelerate at will
§ 11-1-310Subordinated obligations
§ 11-10-101Effective date
§ 11-10-102Provision for transition
§ 11-10-103Certain Code sections superseded in part
§ 11-10-104Certain statutory remedies retained
§ 11-10-105Laws not repealed
§ 11-11-101Effective date
§ 11-11-102Preservation of old transition provisions
§ 11-11-103Transition to revised article
§ 11-11-104Presumption that rule of law continues unchanged
§ 11-12-101Short title
§ 11-12-102Definitions
§ 11-12-103Relation to Article 9 and consumer laws
§ 11-12-104Rights in controllable account, controllable electronic record, and controllable payment intangible
§ 11-12-105Control of controllable electronic record
§ 11-12-106Discharge of account debtor on controllable account or controllable payment intangible
§ 11-12-107Governing law
§ 11-12a-101Title
§ 11-12a-102Definitions
§ 11-12a-201Saving clause
§ 11-12a-301Saving clause
§ 11-12a-302Security interest perfected before effective date
§ 11-12a-303Security interest unperfected before effective date
§ 11-12a-304Effectiveness of actions taken before effective date
§ 11-12a-305Priority
§ 11-12a-306Priority of claims when priority rules of Article 9 of this title do not apply
§ 11-12a-401Effective date
§ 11-13-101Effective date
§ 11-13-102Transition provisions
§ 11-2-101Short title
§ 11-2-102Scope; certain security and other transactions excluded from this article
§ 11-2-103Definitions and index of definitions
§ 11-2-104Definitions: "merchant"; "between merchants"; "financing agency."
§ 11-2-105Definitions: transferability; "goods"; "future" goods; "lot"; "commercial unit."
§ 11-2-106Definitions: "contract"; "agreement"; "contract for sale"; "sale"; "present sale"; "conforming" to contract; "termination"; "cancellation"; "hybrid transaction."
§ 11-2-107Goods to be severed from realty; recording
§ 11-2-201Formal requirements; statute of frauds
§ 11-2-202Final expression; parol or extrinsic evidence
§ 11-2-203Seals inoperative
§ 11-2-204Formation in general
§ 11-2-205Firm offers
§ 11-2-206Offer and acceptance in formation of contract
§ 11-2-207Additional terms in acceptance or confirmation
§ 11-2-208[Repealed] Course of performance or practical construction
§ 11-2-209Modification, rescission, and waiver
§ 11-2-210Delegation of performance; assignment of rights
§ 11-2-301General obligations of parties
§ 11-2-302Unconscionable contract or clause
§ 11-2-303Allocation or division of risks
§ 11-2-304Price payable in money, goods, realty, or otherwise
§ 11-2-305Open price term
§ 11-2-306Output, requirements, and exclusive dealings
§ 11-2-307Delivery in single lot or several lots
§ 11-2-308Absence of specified place for delivery
§ 11-2-309Absence of specific time provisions; notice of termination
§ 11-2-310Open time for payment or running of credit; authority to ship under reservation
§ 11-2-311Options and cooperation respecting performance
§ 11-2-312Warranty of title and against infringement; buyer's obligation against infringement
§ 11-2-313Express warranties by affirmation, promise, description, sample
§ 11-2-314Implied warranty: merchantability; usage of trade
§ 11-2-315Implied warranty: fitness for particular purpose
§ 11-2-316Exclusion or modification of warranties
§ 11-2-317Cumulation and conflict of warranties express or implied
§ 11-2-318Third party beneficiaries of warranties express or implied
§ 11-2-319F.O.B. and F.A.S. terms
§ 11-2-320C.I.F. and C. and F. terms
§ 11-2-321C.I.F. or C. and F.: "net landed weights"; "payment on arrival"; warranty of condition on arrival
§ 11-2-322Delivery "ex-ship."
§ 11-2-323Form of bill of lading required in overseas shipment; "overseas."
§ 11-2-324"No arrival, no sale" term
§ 11-2-325"Letter of credit" term; "confirmed credit."
§ 11-2-326Sale on approval and sale or return; rights of creditors
§ 11-2-327Special incidents of sale on approval and sale or return
§ 11-2-328Sale by auction
§ 11-2-401Passing of title; reservation for security; limited application of this Code section
§ 11-2-402Rights of seller's creditors against sold goods
§ 11-2-403Power to transfer; good faith purchase of goods; "entrusting."
§ 11-2-501Insurable interest in goods; manner of identification of goods
§ 11-2-502Buyer's right to goods on seller's insolvency
§ 11-2-503Manner of seller's tender of delivery
§ 11-2-504Shipment by seller
§ 11-2-505Seller's shipment under reservation
§ 11-2-506Rights of financing agency
§ 11-2-507Effect of seller's tender; delivery on condition
§ 11-2-508Cure by seller of improper tender or delivery; replacement
§ 11-2-509Risk of loss in the absence of breach
§ 11-2-510Effect of breach on risk of loss
§ 11-2-511Tender of payment by buyer; payment by check
§ 11-2-512Payment by buyer before inspection
§ 11-2-513Buyer's right to inspection of goods
§ 11-2-514When documents deliverable on acceptance; when on payment
§ 11-2-515Preserving evidence of goods in dispute
§ 11-2-601Buyer's rights on improper delivery
§ 11-2-602Manner and effect of rightful rejection
§ 11-2-603Merchant buyer's duties as to rightfully rejected goods
§ 11-2-604Buyer's options as to salvage of rightfully rejected goods
§ 11-2-605Waiver of buyer's objections by failure to particularize
§ 11-2-606What constitutes acceptance of goods
§ 11-2-607Effect of acceptance; notice of breach; burden of establishing breach after acceptance; notice of claim or litigation to person answerable over
§ 11-2-608Revocation of acceptance in whole or in part
§ 11-2-609Right to adequate assurance of performance
§ 11-2-610Anticipatory repudiation
§ 11-2-611Retraction of anticipatory repudiation
§ 11-2-612"Installment contract"; breach
§ 11-2-613Casualty to identified goods
§ 11-2-614Substituted performance
§ 11-2-615Excuse by failure of presupposed conditions
§ 11-2-616Procedure on notice claiming excuse
§ 11-2-701Remedies for breach of collateral contracts not impaired
§ 11-2-702Seller's remedies on discovery of buyer's insolvency
§ 11-2-703Seller's remedies in general
§ 11-2-704Seller's right to identify goods to the contract notwithstanding breach or to salvage unfinished goods
§ 11-2-705Seller's stoppage of delivery in transit or otherwise
§ 11-2-706Seller's resale including contract for resale
§ 11-2-707"Person in the position of a seller."
§ 11-2-708Seller's damages for nonacceptance or repudiation
§ 11-2-709Action for the price
§ 11-2-710Seller's incidental damages
§ 11-2-711Buyer's remedies in general; buyer's security interest in rejected goods
§ 11-2-712"Cover"; buyer's procurement of substitute goods
§ 11-2-713Buyer's damages for nondelivery or repudiation
§ 11-2-714Buyer's damages for breach in regard to accepted goods
§ 11-2-715Buyer's incidental and consequential damages
§ 11-2-716Buyer's right to specific performance or replevin
§ 11-2-717Deduction of damages from the price
§ 11-2-718Liquidation or limitation of damages; deposits
§ 11-2-719Contractual modification or limitation of remedy
§ 11-2-720Effect of "cancellation" or "rescission" on claims for antecedent breach
§ 11-2-721Remedies for fraud
§ 11-2-722Who can sue third parties for injury to goods
§ 11-2-723Proof of market price: time and place
§ 11-2-724Admissibility of market quotations
§ 11-2-725Statute of limitations in contracts for sale
§ 11-2a-101Short title
§ 11-2a-102Scope
§ 11-2a-103Definitions and index of definitions
§ 11-2a-104Leases subject to other law
§ 11-2a-105Territorial application of article to goods covered by certificate of title
§ 11-2a-106Limitation on power of parties to consumer lease to choose applicable law and judicial forum
§ 11-2a-107Waiver or renunciation of claim or right after default
§ 11-2a-108Unconscionability
§ 11-2a-109Option to accelerate at will
§ 11-2a-201Statute of frauds
§ 11-2a-202Final expression: Parole or extrinsic evidence
§ 11-2a-203Seals inoperative
§ 11-2a-204Formation in general
§ 11-2a-205Firm offers
§ 11-2a-206Offer and acceptance in formation of lease contract
§ 11-2a-207[Repealed] Course of performance or practical construction
§ 11-2a-208Modification, rescission, and waiver
§ 11-2a-209Lessee under finance lease as beneficiary of supply contract
§ 11-2a-210Express warranties
§ 11-2a-211Warranties against interference and against infringement; lessee's obligation against infringement
§ 11-2a-212Implied warranty of merchantability
§ 11-2a-213Implied warranty of fitness for particular purpose
§ 11-2a-214Exclusion or modification of warranties
§ 11-2a-215Cumulation and conflict of warranties express or implied
§ 11-2a-216Third-party beneficiaries of express and implied warranties
§ 11-2a-217Identification
§ 11-2a-218Insurance and proceeds
§ 11-2a-219Risk of loss
§ 11-2a-220Effect of default on risk of loss
§ 11-2a-221Casualty to identified goods
§ 11-2a-301Enforceability of lease contract
§ 11-2a-302Title to and possession of goods
§ 11-2a-303Alienability of party's interest under lease contract or of lessor's residual interest in goods; delegation of performance; transfer of rights
§ 11-2a-304Subsequent lease of goods by lessor
§ 11-2a-305Sale or sublease of goods by lessee
§ 11-2a-306Priority of certain liens arising by operation of law
§ 11-2a-307Priority of liens arising by attachment or levy on, security interests in, and other claims to goods
§ 11-2a-308Special rights of creditors
§ 11-2a-309Lessor's and lessee's rights when goods become fixtures
§ 11-2a-310Lessor's and lessee's rights when goods become accessions
§ 11-2a-311Priority subject to subordination
§ 11-2a-401Insecurity: Adequate assurance of performance
§ 11-2a-402Anticipatory repudiation
§ 11-2a-403Retraction of anticipatory repudiation
§ 11-2a-404Substituted performance
§ 11-2a-405Excused performance
§ 11-2a-406Procedure on excused performance
§ 11-2a-407Irrevocable promises: Finance leases
§ 11-2a-501Default: Procedure
§ 11-2a-502Notice after default
§ 11-2a-503Modification or impairment of rights and remedies
§ 11-2a-504Liquidation of damages
§ 11-2a-505Cancellation and termination and effect of cancellation, termination, rescission, or fraud on rights and remedies
§ 11-2a-506Statute of limitations
§ 11-2a-507Proof of market rent: Time and place
§ 11-2a-508Lessee's remedies
§ 11-2a-509Lessee's rights on improper delivery; rightful rejection
§ 11-2a-510Installment lease contracts: Rejection and default
§ 11-2a-511Merchant lessee's duties as to rightfully rejected goods
§ 11-2a-512Lessee's duties as to rightfully rejected goods
§ 11-2a-513Cure by lessor of improper tender or delivery; replacement
§ 11-2a-514Waiver of lessee's objections
§ 11-2a-515Acceptance of goods
§ 11-2a-516Effect of acceptance of goods; notice of default; burden of establishing default after acceptance; notice of claim or litigation to person answerable over
§ 11-2a-517Revocation of acceptance of goods
§ 11-2a-518Cover; substitute goods
§ 11-2a-519Lessee's damages for nondelivery, repudiation, default, and breach of warranty in regard to accepted goods
§ 11-2a-520Lessee's incidental and consequential damages
§ 11-2a-521Lessee's right to specific performance or replevin
§ 11-2a-522Lessee's right to goods on lessor's insolvency
§ 11-2a-523Lessor's remedies
§ 11-2a-524Lessor's right to identify goods to lease contract
§ 11-2a-525Lessor's right to possession of goods
§ 11-2a-526Lessor's stoppage of delivery in transit or otherwise
§ 11-2a-527Lessor's rights to dispose of goods
§ 11-2a-528Lessor's damages for nonacceptance, failure to pay, repudiation, or other default
§ 11-2a-529Lessor's action for the rent
§ 11-2a-530Lessor's incidental damages
§ 11-2a-531Standing to sue third parties for injury to goods
§ 11-2a-532Lessor's rights to residual interest
§ 11-3-101Short title
§ 11-3-102Subject matter
§ 11-3-103Definitions
§ 11-3-104Negotiable instrument
§ 11-3-105Issue of instrument
§ 11-3-106Unconditional promise or order
§ 11-3-107Instrument payable in foreign money
§ 11-3-108Payable on demand or at definite time
§ 11-3-109Payable to bearer or to order
§ 11-3-110Identification of person to whom instrument is payable
§ 11-3-111Place of payment
§ 11-3-112Interest
§ 11-3-113Date of instrument
§ 11-3-114Contradictory terms of instrument
§ 11-3-115Incomplete instrument
§ 11-3-116Joint and several liability; contribution
§ 11-3-117Other agreements affecting instrument
§ 11-3-118Statute of limitations
§ 11-3-119Notice of right to defend action
§ 11-3-201Negotiation
§ 11-3-202Negotiation subject to rescission
§ 11-3-203Transfer of instrument; rights acquired by transfer
§ 11-3-204Indorsement
§ 11-3-205Special indorsement; blank indorsement; anomalous indorsement
§ 11-3-206Restrictive indorsement
§ 11-3-207Reacquisition
§ 11-3-301Person entitled to enforce instrument
§ 11-3-302Holder in due course
§ 11-3-303Value and consideration
§ 11-3-304Overdue instrument
§ 11-3-305Defenses and claims in recoupment
§ 11-3-306Claims to an instrument
§ 11-3-307Notice of breach of fiduciary duty
§ 11-3-308Proof of signatures and status as holder in due course
§ 11-3-309Enforcement of lost, destroyed, or stolen instrument
§ 11-3-310Effect of instrument on obligation for which taken
§ 11-3-311Accord and satisfaction by use of instrument
§ 11-3-312Lost, destroyed, or stolen cashier's check, teller's check, or certified check
§ 11-3-401Signature necessary for liability on instrument
§ 11-3-402Signature by representative
§ 11-3-403Unauthorized signature
§ 11-3-404Impostors; fictitious payees
§ 11-3-405Employer's responsibility for fraudulent indorsement by employee
§ 11-3-406Negligence contributing to forged signature or alteration of instrument
§ 11-3-407Alteration
§ 11-3-408Drawee not liable on unaccepted draft
§ 11-3-409Acceptance of draft; certified check
§ 11-3-410Acceptance varying draft
§ 11-3-411Refusal to pay cashier's checks, teller's checks, and certified checks
§ 11-3-412Obligation of issuer of note or cashier's check
§ 11-3-413Obligation of acceptor
§ 11-3-414Obligation of drawer
§ 11-3-415Obligation of indorser
§ 11-3-416Transfer warranties
§ 11-3-417Presentment warranties
§ 11-3-418Payment or acceptance by mistake
§ 11-3-419Instruments signed for accommodation
§ 11-3-420Conversion of instrument
§ 11-3-501Presentment
§ 11-3-502Dishonor
§ 11-3-503Notice of dishonor
§ 11-3-504Excused presentment and notice of dishonor
§ 11-3-505Evidence of dishonor
§ 11-3-601Discharge and effect of discharge
§ 11-3-602Payment
§ 11-3-603Tender of payment
§ 11-3-604Discharge by cancellation or renunciation
§ 11-3-605Discharge of indorsers and accommodation parties
§ 11-4-101Short title
§ 11-4-102Applicability
§ 11-4-103Variation by agreement; measure of damages; action constituting ordinary care
§ 11-4-104Definitions and index of definitions
§ 11-4-105"Bank"; "depositary bank"; "payor bank"; "intermediary bank"; "collecting bank"; "presenting bank."
§ 11-4-106Payable through or payable at bank; collecting bank
§ 11-4-107Separate office of a bank
§ 11-4-108Time of receipt of items
§ 11-4-109Delays
§ 11-4-110Electronic presentment
§ 11-4-111Statute of limitations
§ 11-4-201Status of collecting bank as agent and provisional status of credits; applicability of article; item indorsed "pay any bank."
§ 11-4-202Responsibility for collection or return; when action timely
§ 11-4-203Effect of instructions
§ 11-4-204Methods of sending and presenting; sending directly to payor bank
§ 11-4-205Depositary bank holder of unindorsed item
§ 11-4-206Transfer between banks
§ 11-4-207Transfer warranties
§ 11-4-208Presentment warranties
§ 11-4-209Encoding and retention warranties
§ 11-4-210Security interest of collecting bank in items, accompanying documents, and proceeds
§ 11-4-211When bank gives value for purposes of holder in due course
§ 11-4-212Presentment by notice of item not payable by, through, or at a bank; liability of drawer or indorser
§ 11-4-213Medium and time of settlement by bank
§ 11-4-214Right of charge-back or refund; liability of collecting bank; return of item
§ 11-4-215Final payment of item by payor bank; when provisional debits and credits become final; when certain credits become available for withdrawal
§ 11-4-216Insolvency and preference
§ 11-4-301Deferred posting; recovery of payment by return of items; time of dishonor; return of items by payor bank
§ 11-4-302Payor bank's responsibility for late return of item
§ 11-4-303When items subject to notice, stop-payment order, legal process, or setoff; order in which items may be charged or certified
§ 11-4-401When bank may charge customer's account
§ 11-4-402Bank's liability to customer for wrongful dishonor; time of determining insufficiency of account
§ 11-4-403Customer's right to stop payment; burden of proof of loss
§ 11-4-404Bank not obliged to pay check more than six months old
§ 11-4-405Death or incompetence of customer
§ 11-4-406Customer's duty to discover and report unauthorized signature or alteration
§ 11-4-407Payor bank's right to subrogation on improper payment
§ 11-4-501Handling of documentary drafts; duty to send for presentment and to notify customer of dishonor
§ 11-4-502Presentment of "on arrival" drafts
§ 11-4-503Responsibility of presenting bank for documents and goods; report of reasons for dishonor; referee in case of need
§ 11-4-504Privilege of presenting bank to deal with goods; security interest for expenses
§ 11-4a-101Short title
§ 11-4a-102Subject matter
§ 11-4a-103Payment order - Definitions
§ 11-4a-104Funds transfer - Definitions
§ 11-4a-105Other definitions
§ 11-4a-106Time payment order is received
§ 11-4a-107Federal Reserve regulations and operating circulars
§ 11-4a-108Relationship to federal Electronic Fund Transfer Act
§ 11-4a-201Security procedure
§ 11-4a-202Authorized and verified payment orders
§ 11-4a-203Unenforceability of certain verified payment orders
§ 11-4a-204Refund of payment and duty of customer to report with respect to unauthorized payment order
§ 11-4a-205Erroneous payment orders
§ 11-4a-206Transmission of payment order through funds-transfer or other communication system
§ 11-4a-207Misdescription of beneficiary
§ 11-4a-208Misdescription of intermediary bank or beneficiary's bank
§ 11-4a-209Acceptance of payment order
§ 11-4a-210Rejection of payment order
§ 11-4a-211Cancellation and amendment of payment order
§ 11-4a-212Liability and duty of receiving bank regarding unaccepted payment order
§ 11-4a-301Execution and execution date
§ 11-4a-302Obligations of receiving bank in execution of payment order
§ 11-4a-303Erroneous execution of payment order
§ 11-4a-304Duty of sender to report erroneously executed payment order
§ 11-4a-305Liability for late or improper execution or failure to execute payment order
§ 11-4a-401Payment date
§ 11-4a-402Obligation of sender to pay receiving bank
§ 11-4a-403Payment by sender to receiving bank
§ 11-4a-404Obligation of beneficiary's bank to pay and give notice to beneficiary
§ 11-4a-405Payment by beneficiary's bank to beneficiary
§ 11-4a-406Payment by originator to beneficiary; discharge of underlying obligation
§ 11-4a-501Variation by agreement and effect of funds-transfer system rule
§ 11-4a-502Creditor process served on receiving bank; setoff by beneficiary's bank
§ 11-4a-503Injunction or restraining order with respect to funds transfer
§ 11-4a-504Order in which items and payment orders may be charged to account; order of withdrawals from account
§ 11-4a-505Preclusion of objection to debit of customer's account
§ 11-4a-506Rate of interest
§ 11-4a-507Choice of law
§ 11-5-101Short title
§ 11-5-102Definitions
§ 11-5-103Scope
§ 11-5-104Formal requirements
§ 11-5-105Consideration
§ 11-5-106Issuance, amendment, cancellation, and duration
§ 11-5-107Confirmer, nominated person, and adviser
§ 11-5-108Issuer's rights and obligations
§ 11-5-109Fraud and forgery
§ 11-5-110Warranties
§ 11-5-111Remedies
§ 11-5-112Transfer of letter of credit
§ 11-5-113Transfer by operation of law
§ 11-5-114Assignment of proceeds
§ 11-5-115Statute of limitations
§ 11-5-116Choice of law and forum
§ 11-5-117Subrogation of issuer, applicant, and nominated person
§ 11-5-118Security interest of issuer or nominated person
§ 11-6-101through 11-6-111 - Reserved
§ 11-7-101Short title
§ 11-7-102Definitions and index of definitions
§ 11-7-103Relation of article to treaty or statute
§ 11-7-104Negotiable and nonnegotiable document of title
§ 11-7-105Reissuance in alternative medium
§ 11-7-106Control of electronic document of title
§ 11-7-201Person that may issue a warehouse receipt; storage under bond
§ 11-7-202Form of warehouse receipt; effect of omission
§ 11-7-203Liability for nonreceipt or misdescription
§ 11-7-204Duty of care; contractual limitation of warehouse's liability
§ 11-7-205Title under warehouse receipt defeated in certain cases
§ 11-7-206Termination of storage at warehouse's option
§ 11-7-207Goods shall be kept separate; fungible goods
§ 11-7-208Altered warehouse receipts
§ 11-7-209Lien of warehouse
§ 11-7-210Enforcement of warehouse's lien
§ 11-7-301Liability for nonreceipt or misdescription; "said to contain"; "shipper's weight, load, and count"; improper handling
§ 11-7-302Through bills of lading and similar documents of title
§ 11-7-303Diversion; reconsignment; change of instructions
§ 11-7-304Tangible bills of lading in a set
§ 11-7-305Destination bills
§ 11-7-306Altered bills of lading
§ 11-7-307Lien of carrier
§ 11-7-308Enforcement of carrier's lien
§ 11-7-309Duty of care; contractual limitation of carrier's liability
§ 11-7-401Irregularities in issue of receipt or bill or conduct of issuer
§ 11-7-402Duplicate document of title; overissue
§ 11-7-403Obligation of bailee to deliver; excuse
§ 11-7-404No liability for good-faith delivery pursuant to document of title
§ 11-7-501Form of negotiation and requirements of due negotiation
§ 11-7-502Rights acquired by due negotiation
§ 11-7-503Document of title to goods defeated in certain cases
§ 11-7-504Rights acquired in the absence of due negotiation; effect of diversion; stoppage of delivery
§ 11-7-505Indorser not guarantor for other parties
§ 11-7-506Delivery without indorsement; right to compel indorsement
§ 11-7-507Warranties on negotiation or delivery of document of title
§ 11-7-508Warranties of collecting bank as to documents of title
§ 11-7-509Adequate compliance with commercial contract
§ 11-7-601Lost, stolen, or destroyed documents of title
§ 11-7-602Judicial process against goods covered by negotiable document of title
§ 11-7-603Conflicting claims; interpleader
§ 11-8-101Short title
§ 11-8-102Definitions
§ 11-8-103Rules for determining whether certain obligations and interests are securities or financial assets
§ 11-8-104Acquisition of security or financial asset or interest therein
§ 11-8-105Notice of adverse claim
§ 11-8-106Control
§ 11-8-107Whether indorsement, instruction, or entitlement order is effective
§ 11-8-108Warranties in direct holding
§ 11-8-109Warranties in indirect holding
§ 11-8-110Applicability; choice of law
§ 11-8-111Clearing corporation rules
§ 11-8-112Creditor's legal process
§ 11-8-113Statute of frauds inapplicable
§ 11-8-114Evidentiary rules concerning certificated securities
§ 11-8-115Securities intermediary and others not liable to adverse claimant
§ 11-8-116Securities intermediary as purchaser for value
§ 11-8-201Issuer
§ 11-8-202Issuer's responsibility and defenses; notice of defect or defense
§ 11-8-203Staleness as notice of defect or defense
§ 11-8-204Effect of issuer's restriction on transfer
§ 11-8-205Effect of unauthorized signature on security certificate
§ 11-8-206Completion or alteration of security certificate
§ 11-8-207Rights and duties of issuer with respect to registered owners
§ 11-8-208Effect of signature of authenticating trustee, registrar, or transfer agent
§ 11-8-209Issuer's lien
§ 11-8-210Overissue
§ 11-8-301Delivery
§ 11-8-302Rights of purchaser
§ 11-8-303Protected purchaser
§ 11-8-304Indorsement
§ 11-8-305Instruction
§ 11-8-306Effect of guaranteeing signature, indorsement, or instruction
§ 11-8-307Purchaser's right to requisites for registration of transfer
§ 11-8-401Duty of issuer to register transfer
§ 11-8-402Assurance that indorsement or instruction is effective
§ 11-8-403Demand that issuer not register transfer
§ 11-8-404Wrongful registration
§ 11-8-405Replacement of lost, destroyed, or wrongfully taken security certificate
§ 11-8-406Obligation to notify issuer of lost, destroyed, or wrongfully taken security certificate
§ 11-8-407Authenticating trustee, transfer agent, and registrar
§ 11-8-501Securities account; acquisition of security entitlement from securities intermediary
§ 11-8-502Assertion of adverse claim against entitlement holder
§ 11-8-503Property interest of entitlement holder in financial asset held by securities intermediary
§ 11-8-504Duty of securities intermediary to maintain financial asset
§ 11-8-505Duty of securities intermediary with respect to payments and distributions
§ 11-8-506Duty of securities intermediary to exercise rights as directed by entitlement holder
§ 11-8-507Duty of securities intermediary to comply with entitlement order
§ 11-8-508Duty of securities intermediary to change entitlement holder's position to other form of security holding
§ 11-8-509Specification of duties of securities intermediary by other statute or regulation; manner of performance of duties of securities intermediary and exercise of rights of entitlement holder
§ 11-8-510Rights of purchaser of security entitlement from entitlement holder
§ 11-8-511Priority among security interests and entitlement holders
§ 11-8-601Effective date
§ 11-8-602[Repealed] Repeals
§ 11-8-603Savings clause
§ 11-9-101Short title
§ 11-9-102Definitions and index of definitions
§ 11-9-103Purchase money security interest; application of payments; burden of establishing
§ 11-9-104Control of deposit account
§ 11-9-105Control of electronic copy of record evidencing chattel paper
§ 11-9-105aControl of electronic money
§ 11-9-106Control of investment property
§ 11-9-107Control of letter of credit right
§ 11-9-107aControl of controllable electronic record, controllable account, or controllable payment intangible
§ 11-9-107bNo requirement to acknowledge or confirm; no duties
§ 11-9-108Sufficiency of description
§ 11-9-109Scope
§ 11-9-110Security interests arising under Article 2 or 2A of this title
§ 11-9-111[Repealed] Applicability of bulk transfer laws
§ 11-9-201General effectiveness of security agreement
§ 11-9-202Title to collateral immaterial
§ 11-9-203Attachment and enforceability of security interest; proceeds; supporting obligations; formal requisites
§ 11-9-204After acquired property; future advances
§ 11-9-205Use or disposition of collateral permissible
§ 11-9-206Security interest arising in purchase or delivery of financial asset
§ 11-9-207Rights and duties of secured party having possession or control of collateral
§ 11-9-208Additional duties of secured party having control of collateral
§ 11-9-209Duties of secured party if account debtor has been notified of assignment
§ 11-9-210Request for accounting; request regarding list of collateral or statement of account
§ 11-9-301Law governing perfection and priority of security interests
§ 11-9-302Law governing perfection and priority of agricultural liens
§ 11-9-303Law governing perfection and priority of security interests in goods covered by a certificate of title
§ 11-9-304Law governing perfection and priority of security interests in deposit accounts
§ 11-9-305Law governing perfection and priority of security interests in investment property
§ 11-9-306Law governing perfection and priority of security interests in letter of credit rights
§ 11-9-306aLaw governing perfection and priority of security interests in chattel paper
§ 11-9-306bLaw governing perfection and priority of security interests in controllable accounts, controllable electronic records, and controllable payment intangibles
§ 11-9-307Location of debtor
§ 11-9-308When security interest or agricultural lien is perfected; continuity of perfection
§ 11-9-309Security interest perfected upon attachment
§ 11-9-310When filing required to perfect security interest or agricultural lien; security interests and agricultural liens to which filing provisions do not apply
§ 11-9-311Perfection of security interests in property subject to certain statutes, regulations, and treaties
§ 11-9-312Perfection of security interests in chattel paper, controllable accounts, controllable electronic records, controllable payment intangibles, deposit accounts, negotiable documents, goods covered by documents, instruments, investment property, letter of credit rights, and money; perfection by permissive filing; temporary perfection without filing or transfer of possession
§ 11-9-313When possession by or delivery to secured party perfects security interest without filing
§ 11-9-314Perfection by control
§ 11-9-314aPerfection by possession and control of chattel paper
§ 11-9-315Secured party's rights on disposition of collateral and in proceeds
§ 11-9-316Effect of change in governing law
§ 11-9-317Interests that take priority over or take free of security interest or agricultural lien
§ 11-9-318No interest retained in right to payment that is sold; rights and title of seller of account or chattel paper with respect to creditors and purchasers
§ 11-9-319Rights and title of consignee with respect to creditors and purchasers
§ 11-9-320Buyer of goods
§ 11-9-321Licensee of general intangible and lessee of goods in ordinary course of business
§ 11-9-322Priorities among conflicting security interests in and agricultural liens on same collateral
§ 11-9-322-1Crops produced with new value
§ 11-9-323Future advances
§ 11-9-324Priority of purchase money security interests
§ 11-9-325Priority of security interests in transferred collateral
§ 11-9-326Priority of security interests created by new debtor
§ 11-9-326aPriority of security interest in controllable account, controllable electronic record, and controllable payment intangible
§ 11-9-327Priority of security interests in deposit account
§ 11-9-328Priority of security interests in investment property
§ 11-9-329Priority of security interests in letter of credit right
§ 11-9-330Priority of purchaser of chattel paper or instrument
§ 11-9-331Priority of rights of purchasers of controllable accounts, controllable electronic records, controllable payment intangibles, documents, instruments, and securities under other articles; priority of interests in financial assets and security entitlements and protection against assertion of claim under Articles 8 and 12 of this title
§ 11-9-332Transfer of money; transfer of funds from deposit account
§ 11-9-333Priority of certain liens
§ 11-9-334Priority of security interests in fixtures and crops
§ 11-9-335Accessions
§ 11-9-336Commingled goods
§ 11-9-337Priority of security interests in goods covered by certificate of title
§ 11-9-338Priority of security interest or agricultural lien perfected by filed financing statement providing certain incorrect information
§ 11-9-339Priority subject to subordination
§ 11-9-340Effectiveness of right of recoupment or set-off against deposit account
§ 11-9-341Bank's rights and duties with respect to deposit account
§ 11-9-342Bank's right to refuse to enter into or disclose existence of control agreement
§ 11-9-401Alienability of debtor's rights
§ 11-9-402Secured party not obligated on contract of debtor or in tort
§ 11-9-403Agreement not to assert defenses against assignee
§ 11-9-404Rights acquired by assignee; claims and defenses against assignee
§ 11-9-405Modification of assigned contract
§ 11-9-406Discharge of account debtor; notification of assignment; identification and proof of assignment; restrictions on assignment of accounts, chattel paper, payment intangibles, and promissory notes ineffective
§ 11-9-407Restrictions on creation or enforcement of security interest in leasehold interest or in lessor's residual interest
§ 11-9-408Restrictions on assignment of promissory notes, health care insurance receivables, and certain general intangibles ineffective
§ 11-9-409Restrictions on assignment of letter of credit rights ineffective
§ 11-9-501Filing office
§ 11-9-502Contents of financing statement; record of mortgage as fixture filing or financing statement; time of filing financing statement
§ 11-9-503Name of debtor and secured party
§ 11-9-504Indication of collateral
§ 11-9-505Filing and compliance with other statutes and treaties for consignments, leases, other bailments, and other transactions
§ 11-9-506Effect of errors or omissions
§ 11-9-507Effect of certain events on effectiveness of financing statement
§ 11-9-508Effectiveness of financing statement if new debtor becomes bound by security agreement
§ 11-9-509Persons entitled to file a record
§ 11-9-510Effectiveness of filed record
§ 11-9-511Secured party of record
§ 11-9-512Amendment of financing statement
§ 11-9-513Termination statement
§ 11-9-514Assignment of powers of secured party of record
§ 11-9-515Duration and effectiveness of financing statement; effect of lapsed financing statement; record of mortgage as financing statement
§ 11-9-516What constitutes filing; effectiveness of filing
§ 11-9-517Effect of indexing errors
§ 11-9-518Inaccurate or wrongfully filed record
§ 11-9-519Numbering, maintaining, and indexing records; communicating information provided in records
§ 11-9-520Acceptance and refusal to accept record
§ 11-9-521Uniform form of written financing statement and amendment; authority may prescribe forms
§ 11-9-522Maintenance and destruction of records
§ 11-9-523Information from filing office and central indexing system; sale or license of records
§ 11-9-524Delay by filing office or authority
§ 11-9-525Fees
§ 11-9-526Rules
§ 11-9-601Rights after default; judicial enforcement; consignor or buyer of accounts, chattel paper, payment intangibles, or promissory notes
§ 11-9-602Waiver and variance of rights and duties
§ 11-9-603Agreement on standards concerning rights and duties
§ 11-9-604Procedure if security agreement covers real property or fixtures
§ 11-9-605Unknown debtor or secondary obligor
§ 11-9-606Time of default for agricultural lien
§ 11-9-607Collection and enforcement by secured party
§ 11-9-608Application of proceeds of collection or enforcement; liability for deficiency and right to surplus
§ 11-9-609Secured party's right to take possession after default
§ 11-9-610Disposition of collateral after default
§ 11-9-611Notification before disposition of collateral
§ 11-9-612Timeliness of notification before disposition of collateral
§ 11-9-613Contents and form of notification before disposition of collateral; general
§ 11-9-614Contents and form of notification before disposition of collateral; consumer goods transaction
§ 11-9-615Application of proceeds of disposition; liability for deficiency and right to surplus
§ 11-9-616Explanation of calculation of surplus or deficiency
§ 11-9-617Rights of transferee of collateral
§ 11-9-618Rights and duties of certain secondary obligors
§ 11-9-619Transfer of record or legal title
§ 11-9-620Acceptance of collateral in full or partial satisfaction of obligation; compulsory disposition of collateral
§ 11-9-621Notification of proposal to accept collateral
§ 11-9-622Effect of acceptance of collateral
§ 11-9-623Right to redeem collateral
§ 11-9-624Waiver
§ 11-9-625Remedies for secured party's failure to comply with article
§ 11-9-626Action in which deficiency or surplus is in issue
§ 11-9-627Determination of whether conduct was commercially reasonable
§ 11-9-628Nonliability and limitation on liability of secured party; liability of secondary obligor
§ 11-9-701Effective date
§ 11-9-702Savings clause
§ 11-9-703Security interest perfected before effective date
§ 11-9-704Security interest unperfected before effective date
§ 11-9-705Effectiveness of action taken before effective date
§ 11-9-706When initial financing statement suffices to continue effectiveness of financing statement
§ 11-9-707Amendment of pre-effective date financing statement
§ 11-9-708Persons entitled to file initial financing statement or continuation statement
§ 11-9-709Priority
§ 11-9-710Exculpation
§ 11-9-802Savings clause
§ 11-9-803Security interest perfected before effective date
§ 11-9-804Security interest unperfected before effective date
§ 11-9-805Effectiveness of action taken before effective date
§ 11-9-806When initial financing statement suffices to continue effectiveness of financing statement
§ 11-9-807Amendment of pre-effective date financing statement
§ 11-9-808Person entitled to file initial financing statement or continuation statement
§ 11-9-809Priority
§ 12-1-1"Department" defined
§ 12-1-2References to administrative law judge or hearing officer; references to final decision of Board of Natural Resources; filing request for administrative review
§ 12-10-1Compact enacted and entered into by State of Georgia; text of compact
§ 12-10-100Compact enacted and entered into; text of compact
§ 12-10-110Compact enacted and entered into; text of compact
§ 12-10-2Appointment of representatives to Southern States Energy Board; compensation
§ 12-10-20through 12-10-22 - Reserved
§ 12-10-3Board employees under merit system; establishment of retirement system
§ 12-10-4Board considered state agency for purpose of obtaining personnel services
§ 12-10-40Compact enacted and entered into; text of compact
§ 12-10-41Commissioner as representative of state in compact
§ 12-10-5Budget of estimated expenditures to be submitted to Governor
§ 12-10-6Appropriations for supplementary agreements
§ 12-10-60Required procedure to make compact effective; exchange of documents
§ 12-10-61Authority of Governor to execute compact with designated states; legislative approval of compact; text of compact
§ 12-10-62Process
§ 12-10-63Authority to exercise powers under compact; cooperation with compact administrator
§ 12-10-64Construction of article
§ 12-10-7Cooperation by state departments, agencies, officers, and subdivisions with Board
§ 12-10-8Appropriation of funds to carry out article and compact
§ 12-11-1Short title
§ 12-11-10Coordinated job training and placement services
§ 12-11-11Conservation Corps Advisory Council
§ 12-11-2Legislative findings
§ 12-11-3Definitions
§ 12-11-4Corps created; purposes; rules and regulations
§ 12-11-5Director; administration of corps programs; energy savings initiatives
§ 12-11-6Identification of projects
§ 12-11-7Enrollment of members; considerations in development of corps program; education component; independent participation by youth served by state agencies
§ 12-11-8Location of and contracts for projects; prohibited uses of corps members
§ 12-11-9Grants, donations, bequests; insignia
§ 12-12-1Short title
§ 12-12-10Notice of commencement of project; contents; project fee; certification of completion
§ 12-12-11Compliance with chapter required
§ 12-12-12Investigation rights of director; contractor to make records available
§ 12-12-13Cease and desist orders
§ 12-12-14Injunctions; restraining and other orders
§ 12-12-15Imminent and substantial danger; remedies of director
§ 12-12-16Civil penalty for violation; hearing and judicial review; disposition of penalties
§ 12-12-17Hearing and judicial review procedure
§ 12-12-18Judgment in accordance with order of director or administrative law judge
§ 12-12-19Attorney General to provide legal representation
§ 12-12-2Purpose of chapter
§ 12-12-20Sovereign immunity not waived; legal duties of contractor, project monitor, or asbestos worker not relieved by chapter
§ 12-12-21Sovereign immunity
§ 12-12-3Definitions
§ 12-12-4Rules and regulations; schedule of contractor license and project fees
§ 12-12-5Powers and duties of director
§ 12-12-6License requirement; application; renewal; exception
§ 12-12-7Training requirements
§ 12-12-8Reciprocity
§ 12-12-9Denial, revocation, or suspension of license; grounds; review of decision
§ 12-13-1Short title
§ 12-13-10Environmental assurance fees; late participation fee
§ 12-13-11Corrective action for release of petroleum product into environment
§ 12-13-12Recovery in event of discharge or threat of discharge of regulated substance; lien
§ 12-13-13Notification by owner of underground storage tank
§ 12-13-14Corrective action for violations of chapter, rules and regulations, or orders and for release of regulated substance into environment
§ 12-13-15Injunctions and restraining orders
§ 12-13-16Hearings and review
§ 12-13-17Judgment in accordance with division's order
§ 12-13-18Required compliance with chapter; proof that petroleum subjected to environmental fee; violations of chapter; access to property
§ 12-13-19Violations; imposition of penalties
§ 12-13-2Public policy
§ 12-13-20Emergency orders; hearing
§ 12-13-21Public access to records
§ 12-13-22Representation by Attorney General
§ 12-13-3Definitions
§ 12-13-4Exceptions to chapter
§ 12-13-5Rules and regulations; enforcement powers
§ 12-13-6Powers and duties of director
§ 12-13-7Performance standards applicable until rules and regulations effective
§ 12-13-8Investigations
§ 12-13-9Establishing financial responsibility; claims against guarantor; Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund
§ 12-14-1Definitions
§ 12-14-2Reporting spilled or released oil or hazardous substance; promulgation of rules and regulations by Board of Natural Resources
§ 12-14-3Notification of Environmental Protection Division of spill or release; exceptions; development of procedures to notify other governmental agencies
§ 12-14-4Civil penalties; procedures for imposing penalties
§ 12-15-1Short title
§ 12-15-2Legislative findings
§ 12-15-20Definitions
§ 12-15-21Removal of commercial waste in clean and sanitary fashion; registration of waste transporter; disposal; manifest system; penalty for violations
§ 12-15-22Promulgation of rules and regulations
§ 12-15-23Enforcement of compliance with article
§ 12-15-24Enactment and enforcement of local ordinances
§ 12-15-3Definitions
§ 12-15-4When sewage holding tanks may be utilized
§ 12-15-5Sewage holding tank specifications; removal of sewage from tanks; disposal of sewage; manifests
§ 12-15-6Responsibility for ensuring compliance with article
§ 12-15-7Enforcement of compliance with article
§ 12-15-8Violations
§ 12-16-1Short title
§ 12-16-2Legislative findings
§ 12-16-20Definitions
§ 12-16-21Detailed statement of rationale for regulatory change required
§ 12-16-22Exceptions allowed for public health and welfare
§ 12-16-23Construction with Administrative Procedure Act
§ 12-16-3Definitions
§ 12-16-4Determination of adverse effect on quality of environment; environmental effects report; consultation with other agencies; publication of notice of proposed action
§ 12-16-5Public hearing; notice of decision; challenge to decision
§ 12-16-6Reconciliation of existing authority required
§ 12-16-7Effect of article on federal environmental policy requirements
§ 12-16-8Director to issue guidelines to assist government agencies
§ 12-16-9Limitation on requirement for environmental evaluation
§ 12-17-1Definitions
§ 12-17-2Permit required
§ 12-17-3Permit application requirements; notice
§ 12-17-4Considerations in permitting
§ 12-17-5Aggrieved or adversely affected defined; administrative review
§ 12-17-6Regulations for enforcement
§ 12-2-1Department created; commissioner of natural resources; affirmation of board decision by operation of law; appellate review
§ 12-2-10Qualifications to practice public soil science
§ 12-2-11Control of aviation; power of department
§ 12-2-2Environmental Protection Division; Environmental Advisory Council; duties of council and its members and director; appeal procedures generally; permit applications; inspections
§ 12-2-20Short title
§ 12-2-21Composition of Board of Natural Resources; appointment and confirmation of members; terms of members; vacancies
§ 12-2-22Oath of office; bond
§ 12-2-23Officers; meetings; quorum; compensation of members; reimbursement of members for expenses
§ 12-2-24Powers and duties of Board of Natural Resources; rules and regulations; fee refunds; policies
§ 12-2-3Departmental purposes
§ 12-2-4Powers and duties of department
§ 12-2-5Essential services for inhabitants of coastal islands authorized
§ 12-2-6Authority to arrange for and accept federal aid and cooperation; volunteer services; cooperation with other government entities and civic organizations; creation of nonprofit corporation
§ 12-2-7Duty to advise Governor on environmental matters
§ 12-2-8Promulgation of minimum standards and procedures for protection of natural resources, environment, and vital areas of state; stream and reservoir buffers
§ 12-2-9Accreditation of commercial analytical laboratories submitting regulatory data
§ 12-3-1Duties and powers of department as to recreational policies and programs
§ 12-3-10Directing persons to leave parks, historic sites, or recreational areas upon their refusal to observe rules and regulations; prohibited acts generally
§ 12-3-10-1Directing persons to leave parks, historic sites, or recreation areas; penalty
§ 12-3-11Civil penalty; reports to department by clerk of court regarding disposition of actions; compensation of clerk for reports
§ 12-3-110Short title
§ 12-3-111Legislative purpose
§ 12-3-112"System" defined
§ 12-3-113Duties and powers of department as to system; requirements as to title to land traversed by system
§ 12-3-114Policies to guide department in creating and administering system
§ 12-3-115Construction of bicycle trails and bikeways by Department of Transportation
§ 12-3-116Responsibility and liability of owners of premises traversed by system
§ 12-3-117Adoption and promulgation of rules and regulations by Board of Natural Resources
§ 12-3-12Notification of local governing authorities prior to certain significant changes in services at state parks, historic sites, or recreational areas
§ 12-3-130through 12-3-133 - Reserved
§ 12-3-150Duty of department to administer and maintain memorial
§ 12-3-151Powers of department
§ 12-3-152Franklin D. Roosevelt Warm Springs Memorial Advisory Committee created; composition; duties of committee; officers; quorum; reimbursement for expenses; appointment of successors; terms of members
§ 12-3-153Construction of part
§ 12-3-170Making and developing plans for administration and maintenance of memorial or shrine
§ 12-3-171Powers of department as to memorial or shrine
§ 12-3-172Construction of part
§ 12-3-190Short title
§ 12-3-191Definitions
§ 12-3-192Creation of association
§ 12-3-192-1Purposes of association
§ 12-3-193Members of association; terms; vacancies; officers; bylaws; quorum; reimbursement for expenses; compensation of employees; books and records
§ 12-3-194Powers of association generally
§ 12-3-194-1Police and legislative powers of association; appointment of peace officers; jurisdiction and venue of park offenses; sale of confederate memorabilia
§ 12-3-194-2Adherence to master plan; survey required; amendment of plan; uses to which natural district may be put
§ 12-3-195Obligations of state under lease contracts with association; failure or refusal of lessee to perform; assignment of rentals due
§ 12-3-196Condemnation of property for developing Stone Mountain; conveyance of property and rights of way to association; facilities, equipment, and services
§ 12-3-197Transfer of funds to association
§ 12-3-198Location, construction, improvement, and maintenance of highways, roads, streets, and rights of way
§ 12-3-199Association fund
§ 12-3-2Disposition of miscellaneous funds by department
§ 12-3-20Creation of committee; members and organization; duty to review operations of Stone Mountain Memorial Association, Jekyll Island - State Park Authority, North Georgia Mountains Authority, and Lake Lanier Islands Development Authority
§ 12-3-200Revenue bonds - Power of association to adopt resolutions providing for and to issue bonds
§ 12-3-201Revenue bonds - Sale by public competitive bidding; determination of price and rate of interest; dating of bonds; payment of principal and interest; time of maturity
§ 12-3-202Revenue bonds - Form; denominations; place of payment of principal and interest; issuance in coupon or registered form
§ 12-3-203Revenue bonds - Signatures; seal
§ 12-3-204Revenue bonds - Status as negotiable instruments; tax exemption for bonds and income therefrom
§ 12-3-205Revenue bonds - Use and manner of disbursement of proceeds; procedure where proceeds are less than or greater than cost of projects
§ 12-3-206Revenue bonds - Issuance of interim receipts, interim certificates, and temporary bonds
§ 12-3-207Revenue bonds - Replacement of mutilated, destroyed, or lost bonds
§ 12-3-208Revenue bonds - Immediate effectiveness of resolutions providing for issuance of bonds; time and manner of passage of resolutions
§ 12-3-209Revenue bonds - Status as constituting debt or pledge of credit of state; effect of issuance of bonds on obligation of state to tax or make appropriations; recitals on face of bonds
§ 12-3-21Assistance by state officers and agencies
§ 12-3-210Revenue bonds - Securing bonds by trust indenture
§ 12-3-211Revenue bonds - Designation of recipient of bond proceeds
§ 12-3-212Revenue bonds - Establishment of sinking funds for payment of principal, interest, and other costs
§ 12-3-213Revenue bonds - Revenue refunding bonds
§ 12-3-214Revenue bonds - Remedies of bondholders, coupon holders, and trustee
§ 12-3-215Revenue bonds - Status as legal investment and as securities for deposits
§ 12-3-216Revenue bonds - Protection of bondholders; part as constituting a contract with bondholders
§ 12-3-217Revenue bonds - Validation
§ 12-3-218Moneys received by association as constituting trust funds; bondholders' lien on funds
§ 12-3-219Association property, activities, income, and bonds exempt from taxation and assessment; facilities, services, and charges subject to certain taxes
§ 12-3-22Reporting requirements; enforcement
§ 12-3-220Venue and jurisdiction for actions under part
§ 12-3-23Evaluation criteria
§ 12-3-230Short title
§ 12-3-231Definitions
§ 12-3-232Creation of authority as instrumentality of state and public corporation; delegation of powers and duties; duration of existence
§ 12-3-233Appointment of members; terms; vacancies; officers; quorum; reimbursement for expenses; members as constituting policy-making body of authority; executive director
§ 12-3-233-1Jekyll Island Citizens Resource Council; purpose; members; meetings; reimbursement for expenses
§ 12-3-234Accountability of authority members as trustees; maintenance of financial records and books; creation of Jekyll Island-State Park Authority Oversight Committee
§ 12-3-235Powers of authority generally
§ 12-3-236Exercise of police power of authority; delegation of power to state or county
§ 12-3-236-1Adoption and enforcement of ordinances and resolutions
§ 12-3-236-2Continuation of ordinances and resolutions of authority in force as of April 13, 1981
§ 12-3-237Rules and regulations for operation of projects authorized
§ 12-3-238Easements and rights of way for intracoastal waterway
§ 12-3-239Establishment of museum
§ 12-3-24Authorized expenditures; compensation of members; funding
§ 12-3-240Transfer of funds to authority; cooperation between authority and department
§ 12-3-241Lease to authority of Jekyll Island, adjacent marshes and marsh islands, rights of way, and rights and privileges of every kind
§ 12-3-242Lease payments by authority as constituting good, valuable, and sufficient consideration
§ 12-3-243Subdivision, improvement, lease, or sale of island by authority - Limitations on developed area; beaches to remain free and open; protected areas; disposition of proceeds of sale; creation of reserve fund; signing conveyances
§ 12-3-243-1Master plan as to Jekyll Island; maintenance; contents; adherence to plan; amendments
§ 12-3-244Subdivision, improvement, lease, or sale of island by authority - Sale and lease restrictions
§ 12-3-245Subdivision, improvement, lease, or sale of island by authority - Term of leases; assignment; preservation, continuance, and survival of rights and privileges
§ 12-3-246Subdivision, improvement, lease, or sale of island by authority - Limitation as to number of lots to be leased or sold to one party
§ 12-3-247Subdivision, improvement, lease, or sale of island by authority - Conditions on sale of residential lots; sale of commercial property; sale price; payment of state's share into state treasury
§ 12-3-248Subdivision, improvement, lease, or sale of island by authority - Sales of property for which approval by General Assembly is required
§ 12-3-249Subdivision, improvement, lease, or sale of island by authority - Publication of schedule of lease rentals; applications exceeding available lots; leasing by negotiation; leases as constituting contracts
§ 12-3-25Information required in annual reports
§ 12-3-250Subdivision, improvement, lease, or sale of island by authority - Conversion prices of lots
§ 12-3-251Subdivision, improvement, lease, or sale of island by authority - Leases to counties for charitable purposes
§ 12-3-252Revenue bonds - Issuance by authority; payment of principal and interest from special fund; dating of bonds; determination of rate of interest; medium of payment; redemption before maturity
§ 12-3-253Revenue bonds - Form of bonds; denominations; place of payment of principal and interest; issuance in coupon or registered form; registration of coupon bonds
§ 12-3-254Revenue bonds - Signatures; seal
§ 12-3-255Revenue bonds - Status as negotiable instruments
§ 12-3-256Revenue bonds - Manner of sale; determination of price
§ 12-3-257Revenue bonds - Use and manner of disbursement of proceeds; procedure where proceeds are less than or greater than cost of projects
§ 12-3-258Revenue bonds - Issuance of interim receipts, interim certificates, and temporary bonds
§ 12-3-259Revenue bonds - Replacement of mutilated, destroyed, or lost bonds
§ 12-3-260Revenue bonds - Bonds of a single issue as payment for one or more projects; immediate effectiveness of resolutions providing for issuance of bonds; time and manner of passage of resolutions
§ 12-3-261Revenue bonds - Status as constituting debt or pledge of faith and credit of state; effect of issuance on obligation of state to tax or make appropriation; recitals on face of bonds
§ 12-3-262Revenue bonds - Securing by trust indenture
§ 12-3-263Revenue bonds - Payment of proceeds to trustee
§ 12-3-264Revenue bonds - Pledging and allocating funds to payment of bonds; establishment of sinking fund for payment of principal, interest, and other costs
§ 12-3-265Revenue bonds - Remedies of bondholders, coupon holders, and trustees
§ 12-3-266Revenue bonds - Revenue refunding bonds
§ 12-3-267Revenue bonds - Status as legal investment and as securities for deposits
§ 12-3-268Revenue bonds - Protection of bondholders; part as constituting a contract with bondholders
§ 12-3-269Revenue bonds - Validation
§ 12-3-270Use of rentals and other charges collected from leases and contracts for projects; obligations under lease contracts with authority; failure or refusal of lessee to perform; assignment of rentals due
§ 12-3-271Utilization of income and revenues
§ 12-3-272Acceptance by authority of grants and contributions
§ 12-3-273Moneys received by authority as constituting trust funds
§ 12-3-274Authority property, activities, income, and bonds exempt from taxation and assessment
§ 12-3-275Venue and jurisdiction for actions under part
§ 12-3-276Supplemental nature of part
§ 12-3-277Construction of part
§ 12-3-290Creation of authority as constituting instrumentality of state and public corporation; delegation of powers and duties; duration of authority's existence
§ 12-3-291Definitions
§ 12-3-292Membership of authority; officers; bylaws; quorum; action by majority vote; vacancies; reimbursement for expenses; compensation of employees
§ 12-3-293Accountability of members as trustees; maintenance of financial records and books; submitting records, books, and statement of financial position to state auditor
§ 12-3-294Powers of authority generally
§ 12-3-294-1Master plan; creations; contents; notice and hearing on preliminary plan; adherence to plan; amendment
§ 12-3-295Security officers
§ 12-3-296Provision of legal services by Attorney General
§ 12-3-297Lease of state lands to authority
§ 12-3-298Revenue bonds - Issuance for purpose of paying for cost of projects
§ 12-3-299Jurisdiction of authority
§ 12-3-3Powers of department as to projects generally
§ 12-3-30Definitions
§ 12-3-300Approval of indebtedness by Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission
§ 12-3-31Parks and recreational areas acquired by state as constituting state park system; control and management of system by department
§ 12-3-310Definitions
§ 12-3-311Creation of authority; delegation of powers and duties; duration of authority's existence
§ 12-3-312Membership of authority; election of officers; bylaws; quorum; action by majority vote; voting by proxy; effect of vacancy; reimbursement for expenses; compensation of employees
§ 12-3-313Accountability of members as trustees; maintenance of financial records and books; submitting records, books, and statement of financial position to state auditor
§ 12-3-314Powers of authority generally
§ 12-3-314-1Master plan; creation; contents; notice and hearing on preliminary plan; adherence to plan; amendment
§ 12-3-315Exercise of police powers by authority; delegation of powers
§ 12-3-316Security force
§ 12-3-317Lease payments by authority as constituting good, valuable, and sufficient consideration
§ 12-3-318Purposes for which income, gifts, grants, appropriations, bonds, or loans may be used; consultation with others; projects for Lake Lanier Watershed area
§ 12-3-319Location, construction, improvement, and maintenance of highways, streets, roads, and rights of way
§ 12-3-32Powers and duties of department as to parks and recreational areas and facilities
§ 12-3-320Power of authority to survey, subdivide, improve, and lease island property
§ 12-3-321Restrictions under lease; restrictions on subleasing
§ 12-3-322Leasing of property by competitive bidding
§ 12-3-323Revenue bonds - Power of authority to issue bonds; payment of principal and interest; dating of bonds; determination of maturity dates, interest rates, and medium of payments; redemption before maturity
§ 12-3-324Revenue bonds - Form of bonds; interest coupons; denominations; place of payment; issuance in coupon or registered form; registration of coupon bonds
§ 12-3-325Revenue bonds - Signatures; seal
§ 12-3-326Revenue bonds - Status as negotiable instruments; tax exemption for bonds and income therefrom
§ 12-3-327Revenue bonds - Manner of sale; determination of price; use and manner of disbursement of proceeds
§ 12-3-328Revenue bonds - Issuance of interim receipts, interim certificates, and temporary bonds
§ 12-3-329Revenue bonds - Replacement of mutilated, destroyed, or lost bonds
§ 12-3-33County and municipal aid to state park system
§ 12-3-330Revenue bonds - Bonds; application of bonds of a single issue as payment for one or more projects; immediate effectiveness of resolutions providing for issuance of bonds; time and manner of passage of resolutions
§ 12-3-331Revenue bonds - Status as constituting debt or pledge of faith or credit of state; effect of issuance on obligation of state to tax or make appropriations; recitals on face of bonds
§ 12-3-332Revenue bonds - Securing by trust indenture
§ 12-3-333Revenue bonds - Designation of recipient of bond proceeds
§ 12-3-334Revenue bonds - Establishment of sinking fund for payment of principal, interest, and other costs
§ 12-3-335Revenue bonds - Remedies of bondholders, coupon holders, and trustees
§ 12-3-336Revenue bonds - Revenue refunding bonds
§ 12-3-337Revenue bonds - Protection of bondholders; part as constituting a contract with bondholders
§ 12-3-338Revenue bonds - Validation
§ 12-3-339Authority property, activities, income, and bonds exempt from taxation and assessment
§ 12-3-34Permits for construction, maintenance, and use of boat docks and boat shelters on High Falls Lake
§ 12-3-340Conflicts of interest; applicability of other laws regulating conduct; contracts voidable by authority
§ 12-3-341Venue and jurisdiction of actions under part
§ 12-3-360through 12-3-378 - Reserved
§ 12-3-4Powers of department and Board of Natural Resources as to Lake Lanier Islands Development
§ 12-3-400Short title
§ 12-3-401Definitions
§ 12-3-402Creation; membership; compensation; qualifications; accountabilities; assignment
§ 12-3-403Purpose and nature of authority
§ 12-3-404General powers
§ 12-3-405Exemption from taxation
§ 12-3-406Police powers
§ 12-3-407Security force
§ 12-3-408Receipt of moneys deemed to be trust funds
§ 12-3-409Authority to fix rentals and other charges for use of project
§ 12-3-410Attorney General providing legal services
§ 12-3-411Jurisdiction of actions under this part
§ 12-3-412Applicability of Chapter 10 of Title 45
§ 12-3-413Issuance of bonds
§ 12-3-414Authorization of Governor
§ 12-3-440Short title
§ 12-3-441Legislative findings
§ 12-3-442Definitions
§ 12-3-443Creation; power to contract and sue; assignment to Department of Natural Resources
§ 12-3-444Membership; officers; compensation; quorum; meetings
§ 12-3-445Powers and duties
§ 12-3-446Authority's property subject to inventory requirements; conveyances not subject to filing requirements
§ 12-3-447Authority's property not subject to adverse possession or prescription
§ 12-3-448Authority members accountable as trustees; financial records required
§ 12-3-449Authority and property exempt from taxation, levy and sale, garnishment, and attachment
§ 12-3-450Attorney General to provide legal services
§ 12-3-451Jurisdiction of actions against authority
§ 12-3-452Liberal construction
§ 12-3-470through 12-3-484 - Reserved
§ 12-3-5Authority of state to make grants, leases, contracts, and cooperative agreements in regard to public-use areas; powers of department
§ 12-3-50Powers and duties of department as to historic preservation and promotion
§ 12-3-50-1Grants for preservation of "historic properties"; additional powers and duties of department
§ 12-3-50-2Georgia Register of Historic Places
§ 12-3-500Creation of committee; membership; vacancies; review of Georgia Agricultural Exposition Authority
§ 12-3-501Assistance to committee in discharging duties; employees; securing professional services
§ 12-3-502Cooperation of Georgia Agricultural Exposition Authority
§ 12-3-503Committee to evaluate performance of authority
§ 12-3-504Expenditure of state funds by committee; compensation, expenses, and allowances for members
§ 12-3-51Grants and gifts to department
§ 12-3-52Archeological exploration, excavation, or surveying; administrative appeal of department orders
§ 12-3-520Short title
§ 12-3-521Definitions
§ 12-3-522Creation; membership; meetings; expense allowance; perpetual existence; records
§ 12-3-522-1
§ 12-3-523Corporate purpose and general nature of business
§ 12-3-524General powers
§ 12-3-524-1Expenditure of funds to aid in securing gifts, grants, donations, and contributions
§ 12-3-524-2Ownership of Music Hall of Fame; compliance with copyright and trademark laws
§ 12-3-525Exemption from taxation
§ 12-3-526Police powers
§ 12-3-527Security force
§ 12-3-528Moneys received by authority deemed to be trust funds
§ 12-3-529Authority to fix rentals and other charges for users and exhibitors
§ 12-3-53State archeologist
§ 12-3-530Attorney General to provide legal services for authority
§ 12-3-531Jurisdiction of actions brought under this part
§ 12-3-532Contracts or transactions of authority involving conflict of interest
§ 12-3-533Issuance of bonds by authority
§ 12-3-534Department of Economic Development authorized to construct, erect, acquire, and exercise custodial responsibility over projects
§ 12-3-535Creation of Georgia Music Hall of Fame Advisory Committee
§ 12-3-536Transferring powers of authority to the Department of Economic Development
§ 12-3-54Penalty
§ 12-3-55General provisions; preservation of state owned historic properties
§ 12-3-550Establishment of Georgia Halls of Fame Authority Overview Committee; membership
§ 12-3-551Assistance to committee by other state agencies
§ 12-3-552Georgia Music Hall of Fame Authority and Georgia Sports Hall of Fame Authority to cooperate with state agencies
§ 12-3-553Standards for evaluation of performance of authority
§ 12-3-554Expenditure of state funds; per diem and expenses; appropriations
§ 12-3-56Revitalization of central business districts; government presence in historic districts
§ 12-3-560Short title
§ 12-3-561Definitions
§ 12-3-562Creation; membership; terms; vacancies; expense allowance; perpetual existence; books and records; assignment to Department of Economic Development; staffing; cooperative agreements
§ 12-3-562-1Joint operation between Georgia Sports Hall of Fame and Georgia Music Hall of Fame; proposals for accomplishing objectives
§ 12-3-563Purpose
§ 12-3-564Powers and duties
§ 12-3-565Tax exemption
§ 12-3-566Police powers
§ 12-3-567Security force
§ 12-3-568Trust fund
§ 12-3-569Rentals and other charges
§ 12-3-57Legislative findings; historical and cultural museum assistance program; responsibilities
§ 12-3-570Legal services
§ 12-3-571Venue and jurisdiction of actions
§ 12-3-572Conflicts of interest
§ 12-3-573Revenue bonds
§ 12-3-574Construction and responsibility over project by Department of Economic Development
§ 12-3-58Powers, duties, and authority of the Department of Community Affairs; historic preservation grant program
§ 12-3-580through 12-3-592 - [Repealed]
§ 12-3-6Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund Act of 1965 - Creation of office for administration of federal funds
§ 12-3-600Legislative findings; policy of state
§ 12-3-601Definitions
§ 12-3-602Establishment of programs and activities; Nongame Wildlife Conservation and Wildlife Habitat Acquisitions Fund; income tax return form contribution option; administrative costs of voluntary contribution program
§ 12-3-620Definitions
§ 12-3-621Prohibited acts as to archeological, aboriginal, prehistoric, or historic sites; notification of state archeologist before beginning investigation or disturbance of site; penalty
§ 12-3-622Buying, selling, trading, importing, or exporting American Indian burial, sacred, or cultural objects
§ 12-3-640Designation
§ 12-3-650[Repealed] Definitions
§ 12-3-652through 12-3-661 - [Repealed]
§ 12-3-680through 12-3-708 - [Repealed]
§ 12-3-7Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund Act of 1965 - Designation of office as state agency to deal with secretary of interior; powers of head of office
§ 12-3-70Short title
§ 12-3-71Legislative purpose
§ 12-3-72Definitions
§ 12-3-73[Repealed] [Reserved] Creation of Heritage Trust Commission; appointment and criteria for selection of members; terms of office; reimbursement of members for expenses; duties
§ 12-3-74Powers and duties of board as to Heritage Trust Program
§ 12-3-75Dedication of property as a heritage preserve
§ 12-3-76Use of heritage preserves; state authorized to transfer interest in heritage preserve property to county, local government, or private entity upon certain conditions
§ 12-3-77Effect on protected status of property of dedication or other action taken by board
§ 12-3-8Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund Act of 1965 - Establishment of state assistance fund to provide matching funds for local recreational projects; limitations on use of fund; approval of projects by federal government
§ 12-3-80"Submerged cultural resources" defined; title and exclusive right to regulate investigation, survey, and recovery; exceptions
§ 12-3-81Department named custodian of submerged cultural resources; rules and regulations; reporting findings; duties of state archeologist
§ 12-3-82Permits and authorization to contract for investigation, survey, or recovery operations; renewal and revocation of permits
§ 12-3-82-1[Repealed] Permits for investigation, survey, or recovery of deadhead logs
§ 12-3-83Prohibited acts constituting misdemeanor
§ 12-3-9Adoption and promulgation by Board of Natural Resources of rules and regulations regarding parks, historic sites, and recreational areas
§ 12-3-9-1Discount for certified disabled veterans
§ 12-3-90Short title
§ 12-3-91Legislative findings and declaration of purpose
§ 12-3-92"Natural areas" defined
§ 12-3-93Powers and duties of department as to natural areas
§ 12-3-94Appropriation of funds to department
§ 12-4-1Powers and duties of Environmental Protection Division as to mineral and geological resources
§ 12-4-100Licenses to dig, mine, and remove phosphate deposits; restrictions on license holders
§ 12-4-101Annual mining fee; license fee; affidavit and bond
§ 12-4-102Lapse of license
§ 12-4-103Penalty
§ 12-4-120Duties of purchasers of gold bullion, dust, nuggets, or amalgam
§ 12-4-121Annual reports by judges of probate court
§ 12-4-122Penalty
§ 12-4-140Short title
§ 12-4-141Legislative purpose
§ 12-4-142Definitions
§ 12-4-143Defacing or disturbing natural condition of cave; breaking or tampering with gates, doors, or other device controlling or preventing access to caves; trespass
§ 12-4-144Sale or offer to sell speleothems
§ 12-4-145Storing hazardous or detrimental chemicals or materials in caves or sinkholes; dumping or disposing of garbage, dead animals, or similar materials in caves or sinkholes
§ 12-4-146Killing, harming, removing, or disturbing wildlife found in a cave
§ 12-4-147Liability of owners of caves for injuries
§ 12-4-20Amount of reward; eligibility for reward
§ 12-4-21Manner of distribution of reward
§ 12-4-22Authorization for Governor to make payments from surplus or contingent funds
§ 12-4-40Short title
§ 12-4-41Legislative findings and declaration of policy
§ 12-4-42Definitions
§ 12-4-43Powers of board as to deep drilling
§ 12-4-44Authority to adopt and promulgate rules and regulations
§ 12-4-45Powers of board as to establishment of drilling and operation units; applicability of state antitrust laws to private agreements approved by board
§ 12-4-46Drilling permits
§ 12-4-47Bonds or undertaking by persons conducting drilling operations
§ 12-4-48Actions by director to enforce part; civil penalties; effect of Code section on cause of action by royalty owners, lienholders, or other claimants
§ 12-4-49Applicability of Chapter 13 of Title 50, the "Georgia Administrative Procedure Act."
§ 12-4-50Obedience to subpoena required; self-incrimination not a defense; use of evidence in criminal prosecutions
§ 12-4-51Effect of part on other laws
§ 12-4-52Effect of part on authority and functions of other state officers and agencies
§ 12-4-52-1Local authority
§ 12-4-53Prohibited acts
§ 12-4-54Levying of severance tax
§ 12-4-70Short title
§ 12-4-71Legislative purpose; duty of Environmental Protection Division to administer part
§ 12-4-72Definitions
§ 12-4-73Powers and duties of division as to surface mining generally; division may decline to assert jurisdiction
§ 12-4-74Promulgation of rules and regulations by Board of Natural Resources
§ 12-4-75Permits for surface mining operations; submission of mining land use plan and amendment to plan; bonding of applicants
§ 12-4-76Substitution of mined areas
§ 12-4-77Renewal or replacement of revoked permit; mining on unauthorized site
§ 12-4-78Appeal to superior court
§ 12-4-79Injunctive relief
§ 12-4-80Removal of minerals, ores, and other solid matter as prima-facie evidence of surface mining
§ 12-4-81Judgment pursuant to order
§ 12-4-82Applicability of part
§ 12-4-83Civil penalty; procedure for imposing penalties; hearing; judicial review; disposition of recovered penalties
§ 12-4-84Criminal penalty
§ 12-5-1Water Resources Center - Establishment and operation by Georgia Institute of Technology; purposes
§ 12-5-100Judgment in accordance with director's order
§ 12-5-101Injunctive relief
§ 12-5-102Emergency orders; restrictions; hearing; appeal; use by certain entities
§ 12-5-103Representation of department by Attorney General
§ 12-5-104Effect of part on other laws
§ 12-5-105Regulated reasonable use of ground water for farm use; permits to withdraw, obtain, or utilize; metering; related procedures
§ 12-5-106Civil penalties; procedure for imposing penalties; hearing; judicial review
§ 12-5-107Criminal penalty
§ 12-5-108[Repealed Effective 1/1/2029] Delegated authority; permit for consumptive use of water or expansion
§ 12-5-120Short title
§ 12-5-121Legislative intent
§ 12-5-122Definitions
§ 12-5-123Creation of council; membership; chairperson; meetings; majority vote; quorum; director as secretary; self-governance; reimbursement for expenses; Attorney General to provide legal services
§ 12-5-124Powers and duties of council generally
§ 12-5-125License requirement; drilling under direction of professional geologist or engineer
§ 12-5-126Director as administrative agent; administrative duties of division; orders, notices, and processes
§ 12-5-127Licensing of water well contractors generally; applications for trainee licenses; violation of Code section
§ 12-5-128Contents of license; display
§ 12-5-129Suspension and revocation of licenses; hearings; reissuance of revoked licenses; injunction; cessation of well operation; seizure of equipment
§ 12-5-130Expiration and renewal of licenses; replacement of lost, destroyed, or mutilated licenses
§ 12-5-131Notifying contractors of changes in rules and regulations
§ 12-5-131-1Licensing requirements for drilling well on own property; water well contractors completing electrical or plumbing work incidental to drilling and construction of well
§ 12-5-132Effect of part
§ 12-5-133Penalty; evidence of violation of part
§ 12-5-133-1Civil penalties; hearing
§ 12-5-134Standards for wells and boreholes
§ 12-5-135Requirement of bond or letter of credit
§ 12-5-136Compliance with standards and licensing requirements; inspections; action by director if well not up to standard
§ 12-5-137Forfeiture of contraband equipment
§ 12-5-138Council authorized to establish rules and regulations for pump installation; certification requirements; civil penalties for violations
§ 12-5-150Conditions under which artesian wells must be tapped
§ 12-5-151Wells on government property
§ 12-5-152Applicability of part
§ 12-5-153Penalty
§ 12-5-170Short title
§ 12-5-171Declaration of policy; legislative intent; Environmental Protection Division to administer part
§ 12-5-172Definitions
§ 12-5-173Designation of division as state agency to receive financial aid from federal government and other sources
§ 12-5-174Powers and duties of Board of Natural Resources as to public water systems
§ 12-5-175Fluoridation of public water systems; state funds for cost of fluoridation equipment, chemicals, and materials; tax deduction for fluoride-removing devices
§ 12-5-176Powers and duties of director as to public water systems generally
§ 12-5-177Enforcement of rules and regulations; minimum requirements for and applicability of Georgia primary drinking water regulations; records and reports
§ 12-5-178Variances and exemptions
§ 12-5-179Permits for operation of public water systems; performance bonds
§ 12-5-180Duty of permit applicants and holders to supply information as required by director
§ 12-5-180-1Allocating water and waste-water usage among tenants; charging tenants for usage; measuring water usage
§ 12-5-180-2Fire sprinkler protection systems; limitation on fee for water service
§ 12-5-181Inspections and investigations by division
§ 12-5-182Powers of director as to protection of public from contaminants presenting imminent and substantial danger
§ 12-5-183Plan for emergency provision of water
§ 12-5-184Notice of violations, variances, and exemptions involving public water systems
§ 12-5-185Order by director after failure of conference, conciliation, or persuasion; hearing on order or permit issued by director
§ 12-5-186Hearings; judicial review
§ 12-5-187Emergency orders; hearing; review
§ 12-5-188Injunctive relief
§ 12-5-189Judgment in accordance with director's order
§ 12-5-190Legal assistance by Attorney General
§ 12-5-191Prohibited acts
§ 12-5-192Civil penalties; procedures for imposing penalty; hearing; review
§ 12-5-193Criminal penalty
§ 12-5-2Water Resources Center - Receipt of funds and grants
§ 12-5-20Short title
§ 12-5-200Legislative findings
§ 12-5-201Definitions
§ 12-5-202District-wide emergency plan
§ 12-5-203Technical panel; members; preliminary scope of work statement; modifications
§ 12-5-204Completion and submission of emergency plan; costs
§ 12-5-21Declaration of policy; legislative intent
§ 12-5-210Development and utilization of coastal and offshore waters, lands, and resources; delegation of powers and duties; power to make contracts
§ 12-5-211Receipt of financial and other assistance; plans and proposals for development and utilization of coastal and offshore resources; coordination between state agencies; reporting
§ 12-5-212Annual report
§ 12-5-213Liberal construction of part
§ 12-5-22Definitions
§ 12-5-23Powers and duties of board and director as to control of water pollution and surface-water use generally
§ 12-5-23-1Water quality standards for lakes; monitoring; studies and reports; development, approval, and publication of water quality standards
§ 12-5-23-2Waste-water discharge limitations; schedule of construction milestones; penalties
§ 12-5-23-3Privatization of waste-water treatment facilities
§ 12-5-230Short title
§ 12-5-231Legislative findings and declarations
§ 12-5-232Definitions
§ 12-5-233Area of operation of part
§ 12-5-234Powers and duties of department
§ 12-5-235Shore Protection Committee
§ 12-5-236Rules and regulations
§ 12-5-237Permit required; exceptions
§ 12-5-238Form and contents of application for permit
§ 12-5-239Completion of permit; notice of proposed activity; requirements and restrictions regarding issuance of permit
§ 12-5-24Power of director to enter into contracts and compacts regarding surface-water management
§ 12-5-240Posting of permit
§ 12-5-241[Repealed] [Reserved] Local shore assistance programs
§ 12-5-242Technical assistance to local governments; model ordinance
§ 12-5-243Local governments not prohibited from adopting more restrictive ordinances
§ 12-5-244Administrative and judicial review
§ 12-5-245Injunctive relief
§ 12-5-246Jurisdiction of superior court
§ 12-5-247Enforcement of part; civil penalty
§ 12-5-248Criminal violations
§ 12-5-25Investigations by division; institution of proceedings by division
§ 12-5-26Entry on premises to investigate and inspect conditions and operating records; protection of trade secrets and confidential information
§ 12-5-27Authority to require owner or operator of facility to cooperate with division
§ 12-5-27-1Sale or use of cleaning agents containing phosphorus
§ 12-5-28Annual reports by division
§ 12-5-280Short title
§ 12-5-281Legislative findings and declarations
§ 12-5-282Definitions
§ 12-5-283Coastal Marshlands Protection Committee created; members; powers; per diem and expenses; administrative hearings and review; permits for minor alterations
§ 12-5-284Authority of department as to coastal marshlands generally
§ 12-5-285Power of board to promulgate rules and regulations
§ 12-5-286Permit required; application; notice; public hearing; issuance; denial; dynamic dune fields
§ 12-5-287Leasing of state owned marshland or water bottoms
§ 12-5-288Restriction on granting of permits; size restriction; activities and structures considered contrary to public interest
§ 12-5-289Inspection of marshlands
§ 12-5-29Sewage and waste disposal; withdrawal, diversion, or impoundment of surface waters; certificates required for vessels with marine toilets; conditions for transfer of surface water from one river basin to another
§ 12-5-29-1Combined sewer overflow; plans for elimination or treatment of sewage overflow; penalties
§ 12-5-290Jurisdiction to restrain violation of part
§ 12-5-291Enforcement of part
§ 12-5-292Posting of permit
§ 12-5-293Effect on permit of sale, lease, or other conveyance of land
§ 12-5-294Existence of an emergency; order; right to hearing
§ 12-5-295Applicability of part
§ 12-5-296Criminal violation
§ 12-5-297Liability for damages
§ 12-5-3Water Resources Center - Power to enter into contracts, agreements, and participation arrangements
§ 12-5-30Permits for construction, modification, or operation of facilities which discharge pollutants into waters; permits for discharge of dredged or fill material into waters and wetlands; participation in National Pollution Discharge Elimination System
§ 12-5-30-1Major spills by publicly owned treatment works
§ 12-5-30-2Combined sewer overflow systems
§ 12-5-30-3Sludge land application systems
§ 12-5-30-4Establishment of water emergency response procedures
§ 12-5-31Regulated riparian rights to surface waters for general or farm use; permits for withdrawal, diversion, or impoundment; coordination with water plans; metering of farm use; interbasin transfers; appeal procedures
§ 12-5-31-1Applications, permits, and variances for public water supply reservoirs
§ 12-5-310Legislative purpose
§ 12-5-311Cutting, harvesting, removing, or eradicating sea oats
§ 12-5-312Penalty
§ 12-5-32Aid to pollution control and surface-water management - Powers of division with respect to federal acts; receipt and expenditure of federal and state appropriations
§ 12-5-320Short title
§ 12-5-321Legislative findings
§ 12-5-322Definitions
§ 12-5-323Powers and duties of department
§ 12-5-324Power of board to promulgate rules and regulations
§ 12-5-325Additional duties of department
§ 12-5-326Duties of other state agencies in relation to this part
§ 12-5-327Duty of department to prepare document for submission to Governor; duty to prepare report every three years
§ 12-5-328Nothing in part to be construed as waiver of federal immunity or consent for other state to exercise jurisdiction
§ 12-5-33Aid to pollution control and surface-water management - Grants to counties, municipalities, or other public authority for water pollution control projects
§ 12-5-330[Repealed and Reserved] [Reserved] Resources Advisory Board, Southeast River Basins
§ 12-5-331Duties and powers of department as to development of state's rivers
§ 12-5-34Aid to pollution control and surface-water management - Amount of state grant
§ 12-5-35Aid to pollution control and surface-water management - Administration of grants by division
§ 12-5-350Short title
§ 12-5-351Definitions
§ 12-5-352Rivers comprising the Georgia Scenic River System
§ 12-5-353Duties of department as to scenic rivers
§ 12-5-354Construction, operation, or maintenance of dams, reservoirs, or other structures on scenic rivers; acquisition of land within boundaries of scenic rivers
§ 12-5-36Aid to pollution control and surface-water management - Consistency with federal acts
§ 12-5-37Aid to pollution control and surface-water management - Intent of article with regard to state contributions
§ 12-5-370Short title
§ 12-5-371Declaration of purpose
§ 12-5-372Definitions
§ 12-5-373Powers and duties of director generally
§ 12-5-374Powers and duties of board as to dams and artificial barriers
§ 12-5-375Inventory and classification of dams; investigations; technical assistance to local government; artificial barriers; notice requirements; provision of information regarding dams to clerks of superior courts
§ 12-5-376Permits to construct and operate dams
§ 12-5-376-1Subclassification of category I dams by director; minimum spillway design requirements
§ 12-5-377Dam removal
§ 12-5-378Inspection of dams and other barriers; administrative orders to enforce compliance; emergency action by director
§ 12-5-379Investigations; right of access by division; right to require statements and reports regarding construction and operation of dams; refusal of access or interference
§ 12-5-38Aid to pollution control and surface-water management - Management by division of federal construction grants program
§ 12-5-38-1Administration of funds; water pollution control and drinking water revolving funds
§ 12-5-380Administrative and judicial review
§ 12-5-380-1Orders of director or administrative law judge filed in superior court; effect of filing
§ 12-5-381Injunctive relief
§ 12-5-382Power of commissioner of transportation as to contracts relating to part
§ 12-5-383Liability for damages
§ 12-5-384Conformance to and compliance with part required
§ 12-5-385Criminal and civil penalties
§ 12-5-39Aid to pollution control and surface-water management - Area-wide waste treatment management
§ 12-5-4Programs for voluntary water conservation and enhancing water supply
§ 12-5-4-1Adoption of minimum standards and best practices for improving efficiency and effectiveness of water use; requirements
§ 12-5-40Aid to pollution control and surface-water management - Adoption of rules and regulations regarding application for state grants
§ 12-5-400Short title
§ 12-5-401Purpose
§ 12-5-402Powers and duties of department
§ 12-5-41[Repealed] [Reserved] Aid to pollution control and surface-water management - Water and sewage treatment facilities or systems for eligible planned communities
§ 12-5-42Cooperative efforts for abatement of pollution; order by director; request for hearing; allowance of reasonable time for abatement
§ 12-5-420Short title
§ 12-5-421Purpose
§ 12-5-422Powers and duties of department
§ 12-5-43Administrative hearings
§ 12-5-44Judicial review
§ 12-5-440Short title
§ 12-5-441Definitions
§ 12-5-442Legislative findings and purposes
§ 12-5-443Comprehensive land and water use plan; transmittal of plan to political subdivisions; notice and hearing; promulgation of rules and regulations; application fee
§ 12-5-444Prohibited land and water uses; uses prior to adoption of plan; certificate of compliance with plan; information required of applicant; changes in use; notice and hearing
§ 12-5-445Review of application and supporting documents by commission; effect of inconsistencies; alternatives where modification recommended
§ 12-5-447Minimum standards for certificates and recommendations
§ 12-5-448Appeal
§ 12-5-449Other laws not superseded by part
§ 12-5-45Judgment in accordance with division's order
§ 12-5-451Uses to which part inapplicable
§ 12-5-452Cease and desist orders; injunctions; land-disturbing activities as nuisances; penalty; jurisdiction of actions
§ 12-5-453Local regulation of land in drainage basins; enforcement where local regulation inadequate; failure of governing authority to meet requirements
§ 12-5-454Removal of sand from watercourse
§ 12-5-455Plan and application for certificate open to public inspection
§ 12-5-456Commission to notify local authorities of violations of this part; director's powers in absence of local action; hearings on violations
§ 12-5-457Environmental Protection Division's powers and duties unaffected by part
§ 12-5-46Effect of article on rights of action
§ 12-5-47Emergency orders; hearing
§ 12-5-470Short title
§ 12-5-470-1Construction with other provisions
§ 12-5-471Definitions
§ 12-5-472Acquisition, construction, and maintenance of projects authorized; standards and procedures; sites inventory; mitigation banks; costs
§ 12-5-472-1Procurement of permits, licenses, and permissions; designation of principal state agency
§ 12-5-473Powers of Water Supply Division generally
§ 12-5-474Rentals, fees, and other charges; deposit of funds; terms and conditions for use of project
§ 12-5-475Rules and regulations
§ 12-5-476Contracts with local governments for planning, construction, management, and maintenance; coordination
§ 12-5-476-1Fees for services
§ 12-5-477Supplemental nature of provisions
§ 12-5-478Liberal construction
§ 12-5-479Contracts with public entities for services or use of facilities or equipment; user agreement for provision of environmental services
§ 12-5-48Injunctive relief
§ 12-5-480Use of services of Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission; selection of professional services
§ 12-5-481Legislative findings
§ 12-5-482Failure of local government to collect and remit all amounts due; withholding of state funds
§ 12-5-483Waiver of costs or fees
§ 12-5-484Legislative oversight committee; membership; responsibilities
§ 12-5-49Representation of division and its agents by Attorney General and his staff
§ 12-5-5Local water authorities allowed to establish program for voluntary contributions to conservation and environmental projects
§ 12-5-50Intent of article as to conflicts with federal laws and as to eligibility of division or departments of state government for federal funds; remedial action
§ 12-5-500Definitions
§ 12-5-501Liability for removal costs or damages; exceptions
§ 12-5-51Civil liability
§ 12-5-52Civil penalty
§ 12-5-520Short title
§ 12-5-521Definitions
§ 12-5-522Policy statement for comprehensive state-wide water management plan; guiding principles; requirements of plan; regional plans; compliance with plans
§ 12-5-523Cooperation with Water Council; involvement of stakeholders; initial draft plan
§ 12-5-524Water Council created; obligations of council
§ 12-5-525Approval by General Assembly; alternative to passage by legislature; emergency actions by Water Council in event of imminent peril; review and revision of plan
§ 12-5-53Criminal penalty
§ 12-5-540Short title
§ 12-5-541Legislative intent
§ 12-5-542Definitions
§ 12-5-543Establishment of drought abatement program; rules and regulations
§ 12-5-544Powers of director
§ 12-5-545Administration of fund
§ 12-5-546Prediction of drought; irrigation reduction auction; agreement
§ 12-5-546-1Enhancement of programming and incentives; scheduling irrigation efficiencies; modifying water withdrawal permits; coordination of efforts
§ 12-5-546-2Notification in advance of any state funded augmentation projects
§ 12-5-547Director's orders
§ 12-5-548Investigations and inspections
§ 12-5-549Compliance; violations
§ 12-5-550Repayment penalty; notice of violation; time limit to respond to notice of violation; failure to respond to notice of violation
§ 12-5-570Short title
§ 12-5-571Legislative intent
§ 12-5-572Creation; purpose
§ 12-5-573Definitions
§ 12-5-574Powers; approval of plan non-binding on finances; extension of time for preparing plan
§ 12-5-575Board created; appointments; vacancies; terms
§ 12-5-576Open meetings; quorum; voting; executive sessions
§ 12-5-577Operating budget; sources of funding; power to enter into contracts and to expend funds; depositing
§ 12-5-578Adjoining counties or municipalities application to be added to the district area
§ 12-5-579Staffing; cooperation among agencies
§ 12-5-580Coordinating committees; finance committees
§ 12-5-581Advisory councils
§ 12-5-582Model ordinances for effective storm-water management and for a district-wide watershed management plan; annual review; public meetings; certification by director; local compliance
§ 12-5-583Short-term and long-term plans for waste-water management plan; annual review; public meetings; certification by director
§ 12-5-584Water supply and water conservation management plan; interbasin transfers
§ 12-5-585Education and public awareness
§ 12-5-586Annual report detailing activities and progress
§ 12-5-6Installation and definition of "rain sensor shut-off switch"; penalty for violations
§ 12-5-7Local variances from state restrictions on outdoor watering; limitations on outdoor irrigation; exceptions
§ 12-5-70Prospecting for underground water supplies - Powers of department
§ 12-5-71Prospecting for underground water supplies - Records of findings; acceptance of federal grants
§ 12-5-72Prospecting for underground water supplies - Contracts with counties or municipalities for use of water
§ 12-5-73Prospecting for underground water supplies - Appropriation or allocation of funds to department
§ 12-5-8Rules and regulations relating to drought management
§ 12-5-9[Repealed] Georgia Geospatial Advisory Council
§ 12-5-90Short title
§ 12-5-91Declaration of policy
§ 12-5-92Definitions
§ 12-5-93Power of director to employ personnel
§ 12-5-94Adoption of rules and regulations by Board of Natural Resources
§ 12-5-95Proposed regulations regarding ground-water use; hearings; adoption and modification of regulations; contesting validity of regulations
§ 12-5-96Regulated reasonable use of ground water for general use; permits to withdraw, obtain, or utilize; coordination with water plans; appeal procedures
§ 12-5-97Duration of permits; renewal; transfer; certified statements by holders; monitoring water use; granting permit to person withdrawing ground water prior to July 1, 1973; prior investments in land and nature of plans for water use; continued withdrawal pending decision on permit
§ 12-5-98Investigations; entry; protection of confidential information or trade secrets; refusing entry or access to and interference with authorized representatives of division
§ 12-5-99Order by director after failure of conference, conciliation, or persuasion; hearings; appeal
§ 12-6-1Definitions
§ 12-6-10Reports to General Assembly
§ 12-6-11Director - Appointment; qualifications; salary; reimbursement for expenses; term
§ 12-6-110Powers and duties of State Forestry Commission as to forestry research
§ 12-6-111Employment by State Forestry Commission of assistants and other employees
§ 12-6-112Appropriations, grants, or gifts to State Forestry Commission for forestry research
§ 12-6-113through 12-6-118 - [Repealed]
§ 12-6-12Director - Duty of director to devote full time to office; power and duty of director to act for commission when commission not in session
§ 12-6-13Director - Oath; bond; location of office
§ 12-6-130through 12-6-139 - [Repealed and Reserved] Redesignated
§ 12-6-14Director - Eligibility of commission members for directorship or for employment under commission or director
§ 12-6-145Short title
§ 12-6-146Legislative findings and purpose
§ 12-6-147Definitions
§ 12-6-148Requirements for prescribed burning; limitation on liability
§ 12-6-149Fire manager program authorized; record-keeping requirements; public information campaign
§ 12-6-15Director - Adoption of rules, regulations, and methods of administration
§ 12-6-150Short title
§ 12-6-151Definitions
§ 12-6-152Prohibited acts regarding harvesting ginseng
§ 12-6-153Reports concerning disposal of ginseng
§ 12-6-154Registration and reports required of dealers or growers
§ 12-6-155Determination by department concerning continuing necessity of article; report to General Assembly
§ 12-6-156Registration forms and reporting forms
§ 12-6-157Penalty
§ 12-6-16Director - Control of tree diseases and insect infestation
§ 12-6-17Director - Regulation of controlled burning where drought or other conditions exist
§ 12-6-170Short title
§ 12-6-171Definitions
§ 12-6-172Powers and duties of Department and Board of Natural Resources as to wildflower preservation
§ 12-6-173Cutting, pulling up, digging, or removing protected species
§ 12-6-174Sale of protected species
§ 12-6-175Transporting, carrying, or conveying protected species without tag and written document
§ 12-6-176Penalty
§ 12-6-18Director - Expenditure of funds for benefit of lands under commission's control; sale and disposal of products from controlled lands
§ 12-6-19Director - Promulgation of rules and regulations as to lands under commission's control; sale, lease, or exchange of controlled lands
§ 12-6-2Creation of State Forestry Commission; members; terms of office; ineligibility of Governor for membership; vacancies; effect of appointment when Senate not in session
§ 12-6-20Investigation and enforcement of forestry laws; powers of forestry investigators
§ 12-6-200Definitions
§ 12-6-201Legislative findings
§ 12-6-202Certificate of harvest
§ 12-6-203Prohibited acts
§ 12-6-204Stop sale, stop use, or removal orders to owners or custodians of pine straw
§ 12-6-205Seizure of pine straw obtained or offered for sale in violation of article
§ 12-6-206Harvesting or handling pine straw for home or personal use
§ 12-6-207Penalty
§ 12-6-21Uncontrolled fire as constituting a public nuisance; duties and liabilities of person or entity responsible
§ 12-6-22Investigation of tree diseases or insect infestation; notification of landowner; recommendations; effect of landowner's failure to act; disposition of proceeds derived from sale of trees
§ 12-6-22-1Control of aviation; power of commission
§ 12-6-220Short title
§ 12-6-221Definitions
§ 12-6-222Establishment of Carbon Sequestration Registry; uniform automated electronic information system
§ 12-6-223Purpose of registry
§ 12-6-224Role of the commission
§ 12-6-224-1Sustainable Building Material Technical Advisory Committee; operation and role; abolishment
§ 12-6-225Procedures and protocols
§ 12-6-226Procedures and protocols are not condition for ongoing use of forest land
§ 12-6-227Voluntary participation; right of withdrawal
§ 12-6-228Reporting of results; basic unit of participation in registry; filing of reports
§ 12-6-229Adoption of standardized forms
§ 12-6-23Scale load ticket required for wood removal; form; exceptions
§ 12-6-230Certification of methodologies and results; approval of competent third-party organizations for certifying results; requirements of organizations; review, evaluation and reporting to Governor; review of standards
§ 12-6-231Reporting to Governor by director
§ 12-6-232Obligation of commission
§ 12-6-24Notice of timber harvesting operations; standing timber notification website; rules and regulations; bonds and letters of credit
§ 12-6-240Short title
§ 12-6-241Legislative findings
§ 12-6-242Definitions
§ 12-6-243Role of the commission
§ 12-6-244Powers and duties of commission
§ 12-6-245Dedication as forest heritage preserve
§ 12-6-246Use of forest heritage preserves
§ 12-6-247Impact of dedication as forest heritage preserve on other protected status
§ 12-6-250Definitions
§ 12-6-251Legislative findings
§ 12-6-252Certificates of harvest
§ 12-6-253Required recordkeeping and retention
§ 12-6-254Penalty for violations
§ 12-6-255Seizure of berries for noncompliance
§ 12-6-256Exemption for personal use
§ 12-6-257Unlawful activities associated with saw palmetto berries; making of false statements; restitution
§ 12-6-3Chairman; reimbursement of members for expenses; meetings
§ 12-6-4Dismissal of members for failure to attend meetings
§ 12-6-40Legislative purpose
§ 12-6-41Definitions
§ 12-6-42State Board of Registration for Foresters - Creation; appointment of members; certificate of appointment; oath; term of office
§ 12-6-43State Board of Registration for Foresters - Qualifications of members
§ 12-6-44State Board of Registration for Foresters - Compensation of members
§ 12-6-45State Board of Registration for Foresters - Removal of members; vacancies
§ 12-6-46State Board of Registration for Foresters - Meetings; officers
§ 12-6-47State Board of Registration for Foresters - Rules and regulations; seal
§ 12-6-48State Board of Registration for Foresters - Record of proceedings
§ 12-6-49Qualifications and requirements for registered foresters
§ 12-6-49-1Denial or suspension of license for noncompliance with child support order
§ 12-6-49-2Suspension of registered forester license
§ 12-6-5Powers and duties of commission generally; volunteer services
§ 12-6-5-1Legislative findings; reforestation incentives program authorized; powers of commission
§ 12-6-50Applications for registration; fee
§ 12-6-51Examinations
§ 12-6-52Licenses - Issuance generally; endorsement by registrant of plans, maps, specifications, and reports issued by registrant
§ 12-6-54Licenses - Reciprocity for nonresidents
§ 12-6-55Licenses - Only individuals may be licensed
§ 12-6-56Licenses - Expiration and renewal generally; continuing forestry education requirement
§ 12-6-57State Board of Registration for Foresters - Denial or revocation of license; discipline of licensee; code of ethics
§ 12-6-58State Board of Registration for Foresters - Duplicate license for lost, destroyed, or mutilated license
§ 12-6-6Management, conservation, and protection of forest lands; sale of forest products from land managed by commission; production and sale of seedlings
§ 12-6-60Injunctive relief
§ 12-6-61Prohibited acts
§ 12-6-62Penalty; authority to prefer charges; immunity of person bringing charges from liability; duty to enforce part; legal assistance by Attorney General
§ 12-6-7Federal financial aid - Participation in rural fire prevention and control program; contributions by counties and fire departments
§ 12-6-8Federal financial aid - Expenditure of funds for forest farming and marketing of forest products
§ 12-6-80Short title
§ 12-6-81Legislative purpose
§ 12-6-82Definitions
§ 12-6-83Direction and supervision by State Forestry Commission of forest fire protection work; making and enforcing rules and regulations
§ 12-6-84Entry upon land for fire-prevention purposes or investigations
§ 12-6-85Fire protection units
§ 12-6-86Unit forestry boards - Creation; appointment; qualifications; terms of office; vacancies; service by members without compensation
§ 12-6-87Unit forestry boards - Duties
§ 12-6-88Unit forestry boards - Annual forest fire protection plans appropriation of funds for public information campaign
§ 12-6-89"Extreme forest fire emergency" defined; authority of Governor, forestry investigators, and peace officers in emergency; advice by director to Governor as to existence of emergency
§ 12-6-9Acquisition of land; gifts of land for use as lookout tower sites; abandoned tower sites; improvements on land subject to reversionary clause
§ 12-6-90Permit required for burning woods, lands, marshes, or other flammable vegetation; exceptions
§ 12-6-91Controlled burning by owners over own forest land
§ 12-6-92Vesting of title to property in State Forestry Commission
§ 12-6-93Appropriations; agreements between State Forestry Commission and counties; taxation by counties for fire protection
§ 12-6a-1Short title
§ 12-6a-10Annual report by department
§ 12-6a-11Authority to promulgate rules and regulations
§ 12-6a-12Annual grant when state owns property; calculations
§ 12-6a-2Purpose of funding protection of conservation land
§ 12-6a-3Legislative intent
§ 12-6a-4Definitions
§ 12-6a-5Establishment of the Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund
§ 12-6a-6Grants; conditions of eligibility; loans; funds for administration
§ 12-6a-7Establishment of the Board of Trustees of the Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund; membership; role; priorities
§ 12-6a-8Applications and proposals for funding; quarterly review and approval of proposals; final approvals; disbursement of funds
§ 12-6a-9Agreements as to acceptance, administration, ownership, and operation of properties
§ 12-7-1Short title
§ 12-7-10Referral of application and plan to district; time for action
§ 12-7-11Statement of reasons for denial of permit required; conditions for approval; suspension, revocation, or modification of permit
§ 12-7-12Orders directed to violators; stop work order procedures
§ 12-7-13Injunctions
§ 12-7-14Actions to restrain imminent danger; emergency orders; duration of effectiveness of orders
§ 12-7-15Civil penalty
§ 12-7-16Hearings and review
§ 12-7-17Exemptions
§ 12-7-18Effect of chapter on requirements of the "Georgia Water Quality Control Act."
§ 12-7-19Education and training requirements; required programs; instructor qualifications; expiration of certification
§ 12-7-2Legislative findings; policy of state and intent of chapter
§ 12-7-20Creation of Stakeholder Advisory Board; responsibilities; procedures
§ 12-7-21[Reserved] Appointment of panel to study controls implemented pursuant to chapter; procedure and operation of panel
§ 12-7-22Electronic filing and reporting system
§ 12-7-3Definitions
§ 12-7-4Adoption of comprehensive ordinances relating to land-disturbing activities; delegation of responsibility to planning and zoning commission; other local ordinances relating to land development; effect of chapter on design professionals
§ 12-7-5Adoption of rules and regulations for localities without ordinances
§ 12-7-6Best management practices; compliance with federal law; minimum requirements for rules, regulations, ordinances, or resolutions
§ 12-7-7Permit or notice of intent required for land-disturbing activities; approval of application and issuance of permit; denial of permit; bond requirement
§ 12-7-7-1Erosion and sediment control plan prepared; completion; implementation
§ 12-7-8Certification of locality as local issuing authority; periodic review; procedure for revoking certification; enforcement actions
§ 12-7-9Applications for permits; erosion and sediment control plans and data; time for issuance or denial
§ 12-8-1Notice of denial of individual sewage disposal permits; duty to consider denial in ad valorem tax determinations
§ 12-8-100Short title
§ 12-8-101Policy declaration
§ 12-8-102Definitions
§ 12-8-103Rules and regulations
§ 12-8-104Powers and duties of director
§ 12-8-104-1Voluntary Remediation Escrow Account established; role and duties of director
§ 12-8-105Criteria for property qualifying for voluntary remediation program
§ 12-8-106Criteria for participants in voluntary remediation program
§ 12-8-107Submission of voluntary investigation and remediation plan; enrollment; proof of assurance; termination; compliance status
§ 12-8-108Standards and policies considered in investigation of voluntary remediation property
§ 12-8-120Short title
§ 12-8-121Compact enacted and entered into by State of Georgia
§ 12-8-122Text of compact
§ 12-8-123Appointment of members of Southeast Interstate Low-Level Radioactive Waste Management Commission and their alternates
§ 12-8-140Definitions
§ 12-8-141Immunity for persons providing assistance or advice
§ 12-8-142Report of persons providing assistance
§ 12-8-160Legislative findings and declarations
§ 12-8-161Definitions
§ 12-8-162Prohibition against sale of packages containing lead, cadmium, mercury, or hexavalent chromium; allowable concentration levels
§ 12-8-163Exempt packaging
§ 12-8-164Certificates of compliance
§ 12-8-165Rules and regulations
§ 12-8-166Violation of article
§ 12-8-180Definitions
§ 12-8-181Establishment of division; appointment of director; voluntary activities of businesses and industries
§ 12-8-182Administrative responsibility of division; duty of division director; rules and regulations of board
§ 12-8-183Pollution prevention assistance plan
§ 12-8-184Confidentiality of information provided by business or industry; ownership of reports and plans
§ 12-8-185Duty of division to advise on rules and regulations governing toxic substances
§ 12-8-186Biennial report of division
§ 12-8-187Preparation by division of biennial report of hazardous waste generators and capacity assurance plan
§ 12-8-188Biennial needs assessment report on hazardous waste management facility
§ 12-8-189Transfer of personnel and facilities of Georgia Hazardous Waste Management Authority and other state programs to division
§ 12-8-2Dumping sanitary sewer, kitchen, or toilet wastes in storm or sanitary sewers prohibited; forfeiture of involved vehicles
§ 12-8-20Short title
§ 12-8-200Short title
§ 12-8-201Public policy
§ 12-8-202Definitions
§ 12-8-203Rules and regulations
§ 12-8-204Powers and duties of director
§ 12-8-205Criteria for property to qualify for limitation of liability
§ 12-8-206Criteria for prospective purchasers to qualify for limitation of liability
§ 12-8-207Limitation of expenses following approval of a corrective action plan
§ 12-8-208Exceptions to limitation of liability
§ 12-8-209Initial compliance status report
§ 12-8-21Declaration of policy; legislative intent
§ 12-8-210Applicability of limitation of liability to persons who purchased after July 1, 2002, and before July 1, 2005
§ 12-8-211Application to identified purchasers
§ 12-8-22Definitions
§ 12-8-23Powers and duties of board
§ 12-8-23-1Powers and duties of director
§ 12-8-24Permits for solid waste or special solid waste handling, disposal, or thermal treatment technology facility; inspection of solid waste generators
§ 12-8-24-1Certification of municipal solid waste disposal facility operators
§ 12-8-24-2Public hearing prior to entering contract regarding landfill
§ 12-8-24-3Notification of contaminant release from landfill
§ 12-8-25Sites in certain counties within one-half mile of adjoining county
§ 12-8-25-1Sites within 5,708 yards of national historic site
§ 12-8-25-2Sites within two miles of significant ground-water recharge area
§ 12-8-25-3Further restrictions on sites within significant ground-water recharge area or near military air space used as bombing range
§ 12-8-25-4Limits on the number of solid waste facilities within given area
§ 12-8-25-5Locating disposal facility near private recreational camp
§ 12-8-26Public meetings on site selection; notice; decision
§ 12-8-27-1Solid Waste Trust Fund
§ 12-8-27-2Financial responsibility
§ 12-8-28Lead acid vehicle batteries
§ 12-8-29Investigations by director; actions to enforce article
§ 12-8-29-1Authority to enter property for inspection and investigation
§ 12-8-29-2Confidentiality of information obtained by director or agents
§ 12-8-30Director's order for corrective action
§ 12-8-30-1Emergency orders
§ 12-8-30-10Exemption for private individuals
§ 12-8-30-2Hearings and review of actions and orders
§ 12-8-30-3Judgment in accordance with director's order
§ 12-8-30-4Injunctive relief
§ 12-8-30-5Attorney General's duties
§ 12-8-30-6Civil penalties for violations; procedures
§ 12-8-30-7Unlawful acts
§ 12-8-30-8Penalties for violations
§ 12-8-30-9Powers of local governmental bodies and state not limited by this part
§ 12-8-31State solid waste management plan; reporting
§ 12-8-31-1Local, multijurisdictional, or regional solid waste plans; reporting by cities and counties; annual reporting requirements for landfill owners and operators
§ 12-8-32Permits for regional solid waste disposal facilities
§ 12-8-33Recycling Market Development Council
§ 12-8-33-1[Repealed] Improper disposal of computer equipment; Computer Equipment Disposal and Recycling Council created; compensation; powers and duties
§ 12-8-34Labeling rigid plastic containers or bottles
§ 12-8-35Review of purchases and purchasing specifications, practices, and procedures by commissioner of administrative services
§ 12-8-36State agency recycling and collection programs
§ 12-8-37Financial aid from federal government or other sources
§ 12-8-37-1State grants authorized
§ 12-8-38Funds generated by division; use for operation and maintenance; deposit of unexpended funds
§ 12-8-39Cost reimbursement fees; surcharges; exempt contracts; reporting
§ 12-8-39-1Program for reduction of municipal solid waste on per capita basis
§ 12-8-39-2[Repealed] [Reserved] Reports of costs of solid waste management services
§ 12-8-39-3Authorization to enforce collection of taxes, fees, or assessments
§ 12-8-40Exemption for livestock-feeding facility
§ 12-8-40-1Tire disposal restrictions; fees
§ 12-8-40-2Yard trimmings disposal restrictions
§ 12-8-40-3Disposal of shingles containing asphalt
§ 12-8-41Department to provide permits
§ 12-8-50Short title
§ 12-8-51Authority for enactment; nonprofit and public purposes of authorities; tax exemption; state policy; unfair competition with private sector prohibited
§ 12-8-52Definitions
§ 12-8-53Creation of authorities
§ 12-8-54Board of directors
§ 12-8-55Quorum; majority vote requirement
§ 12-8-56Powers of authority
§ 12-8-57Limitation on liability of members, officers, or employees of authority
§ 12-8-58Bonds or other obligations; limitations and procedures for issuance
§ 12-8-59Bonds or other obligations not indebtedness of state or political subdivision
§ 12-8-59-1Liberal construction of part; bonds not subject to other state law; other authorities
§ 12-8-59-2Resolutions or ordinances declaring functioning of previously activated authority unnecessary
§ 12-8-60Short title
§ 12-8-61Legislative policy
§ 12-8-62Definitions
§ 12-8-63Administration of article by division; enforcement of article by director
§ 12-8-64Powers and duties of board as to hazardous waste
§ 12-8-65Powers and duties of director as to hazardous waste
§ 12-8-65-1Hazardous waste reduction plans; specific performance goals; biennial progress reports; rules and regulations
§ 12-8-65-2Updating plans and reports; technical assistance; information available to public
§ 12-8-65-3Plans and reports by out-of-state generators storing, treating, or disposing of hazardous waste in state
§ 12-8-65-4Duplication of prior reporting requirements not required
§ 12-8-66Permits for construction, installation, operation, or alteration of hazardous waste facilities
§ 12-8-67Hazardous waste in transit to be accompanied by manifest
§ 12-8-68Requirement of financial responsibility for persons operating or maintaining hazardous waste storage, treatment, or disposal facility; hazardous waste facility trust fund
§ 12-8-69Variances
§ 12-8-70Inspections and investigations
§ 12-8-71Proceedings for enforcement
§ 12-8-72Application for injunctive relief
§ 12-8-73Hearings on contested matters; judicial review
§ 12-8-74Judgment in accordance with final orders
§ 12-8-75Powers of director in situations involving imminent and substantial endangerment to environment or to public health
§ 12-8-76Legal assistance by Attorney General
§ 12-8-77Contracts to provide solid waste handling, reclamation, or recycling services
§ 12-8-78Public access to information; protection of confidential information; access to confidential information by federal government and courts
§ 12-8-79Effect of other laws on permits issued under article and rules and regulations
§ 12-8-81Civil penalties; procedures for imposing penalties
§ 12-8-82Criminal penalty
§ 12-8-83Use of material mixed with dioxin or other hazardous waste for dust suppression or road treatment prohibited
§ 12-8-90Short title
§ 12-8-91Declaration of policy and legislative intent
§ 12-8-92Definitions
§ 12-8-93Powers and duties of board
§ 12-8-94[See Note] Powers and duties of director
§ 12-8-95Hazardous Waste Trust Fund; appropriations; accounting
§ 12-8-95-1Hazardous waste management fees and hazardous substance reporting fees
§ 12-8-96Corrective action upon release of hazardous wastes, hazardous constituents, or hazardous substances; notice; administrative consent order; expenditure of funds from trust fund
§ 12-8-96-1Liability for cleanup costs; punitive damages; action for recovery of costs and damages; claims for contribution
§ 12-8-96-2Limitation of liability of corrective action contractors
§ 12-8-96-3Limitation of liability for release of hazardous substances for subsequent purchasers of property
§ 12-8-97Hazardous site inventory
§ 12-9-1Short title
§ 12-9-10Permit related fees; costs of public notice
§ 12-9-11Inspections and investigations
§ 12-9-12Injunctive relief
§ 12-9-13Proceedings for enforcement
§ 12-9-14Powers of director in situations involving imminent and substantial danger to public health
§ 12-9-15Hearing; judicial review
§ 12-9-16Hearings and review
§ 12-9-17Legal assistance by Attorney General
§ 12-9-18Powers of Governor as to air quality control generally
§ 12-9-19Protection of confidential information obtained by division
§ 12-9-2Declaration of public policy
§ 12-9-20Continuation in effect of rules, regulations, and permits
§ 12-9-21Effect of article on powers of Board of Natural Resources, department, division, and director
§ 12-9-22Noncompliance penalties
§ 12-9-23Civil penalties; procedures for imposing penalties
§ 12-9-24Criminal penalties; evidence; affirmative defenses
§ 12-9-25Small business stationary source technical and environmental compliance program; manager; advisory panel
§ 12-9-3Definitions
§ 12-9-4Designation of division as agency to administer article
§ 12-9-40Short title
§ 12-9-41Legislative findings
§ 12-9-42Declaration of public policy
§ 12-9-43Definitions
§ 12-9-44Uniformity and scope of application of article
§ 12-9-45Certificate of emission inspection
§ 12-9-46Powers and duties of board; designation of commissioner or director as board's agent; power and duties of director
§ 12-9-47Further powers and duties of board; designation of department personnel as board's agents
§ 12-9-48Requirement of certificate of emission inspection; standards for issuance; inspectors, equipment, and procedures; notice of violation of emission standards; reinspection after repairs; time extension; inspection sticker; new vehicles; replacement stickers
§ 12-9-49Application to conduct emission inspections; certificate of authorization
§ 12-9-5Powers and duties of Board of Natural Resources as to air quality generally
§ 12-9-50Authority to inspect, monitor, or investigate inspection stations
§ 12-9-51Emission inspection required for motor vehicle registration; operation without registration; improper reuse
§ 12-9-52Amendment, modification, revocation, or suspension of certificate of authorization
§ 12-9-53Review of director's decision
§ 12-9-54Sale of vehicle
§ 12-9-55Prohibited acts; registration of vehicle by county without proof of inspection; penalty; withholding of funding
§ 12-9-56Rules and regulations
§ 12-9-57Effect of federal Clean Air Act requirements; repeal of article
§ 12-9-6Powers and duties of director as to air quality generally
§ 12-9-7Permit required; report of spill or release of ethylene oxide; application; issuance; revocation, suspension, or amendment
§ 12-9-70Study and review of gasoline additives
§ 12-9-8Renewal or revision of permit
§ 12-9-9Notice requirements for permit applications and actions regarding permits
§ 13-1-1Contract defined - Generally
§ 13-1-10Licenses and contracts distinguished
§ 13-1-11Validity and enforcement of obligations to pay attorney's fees upon notes or other evidence of indebtedness
§ 13-1-12Requirement of proof of endorsement or assignment of bill, bond, or note in action by endorsee
§ 13-1-13Recovery of voluntary payments
§ 13-1-14Collection of closing fees for contracts for the advance of money or the extension of credit; refund of closing fees in certain instances; limited application
§ 13-1-15Convenience fee; when appropriate
§ 13-1-16Additional contracts terminable by service members; requirements
§ 13-1-2Contract defined - Executed and executory contracts
§ 13-1-3Contract defined - Contract of record
§ 13-1-4Contract defined - Specialty contract
§ 13-1-5Contract defined - Simple contract
§ 13-1-6Contract defined - Parol contracts
§ 13-1-7Contract defined - Absolute and conditional contracts
§ 13-1-8Contract defined - Entire and severable contracts
§ 13-1-9Apportionment of entire contracts
§ 13-10-1"State" defined
§ 13-10-2Approval of bond; strengthening of bond
§ 13-10-20Large public works contracts; requirements for bid bonds; withdrawal of bid
§ 13-10-21Alternatives to bid bond
§ 13-10-22"Bid" and "bidder" defined; appreciable errors in calculation of bids; withdrawing bids
§ 13-10-23Affiliated corporations
§ 13-10-24Maintenance of action on bid bond by obligee
§ 13-10-3Determining Georgia residency for businesses; preferences; adherence to policies and procedures of State Construction Manual; public works construction contracts
§ 13-10-4Limitation on disqualification of bidders upon lack of previous experience
§ 13-10-40Large public works contracts; requirement for performance bond
§ 13-10-41Alternatives to performance bond
§ 13-10-42Maintenance of action on performance bond by obligee
§ 13-10-43Acceptance of electronic signatures and seals
§ 13-10-60Large public works contracts; requirement for payment bonds
§ 13-10-61Liability of contracting entity for failure to comply with article
§ 13-10-62Notice of commencement
§ 13-10-63Pursuit of action by person entitled to protection of payment bond; liability of public entity
§ 13-10-64Supplying copy of bond or security deposit agreement and contract; fees for certified copies
§ 13-10-65Time for instituting action
§ 13-10-66Acceptance of electronic signatures and seals
§ 13-10-70Liquidated damages for late completion and incentives for early completion
§ 13-10-80Definitions; contract requirements; application; effect of greater benefits contracted for; evidence of indebtedness paid
§ 13-10-81Authorization and procedure for retention of contractual payments by state or political subdivisions; procedure for final payment
§ 13-10-82Authorization and procedure for creation and maintenance of escrow accounts by state or political subdivisions
§ 13-10-83Construction of provisions of article
§ 13-10-90Definitions
§ 13-10-91Verification of new employee eligibility; applicability; rules and regulations
§ 13-11-1Short title
§ 13-11-10Improvements excepted from chapter
§ 13-11-11Applicability of chapter
§ 13-11-2Definitions
§ 13-11-3Contractors' and subcontractors' entitlement to payment
§ 13-11-4Time limits for payments to contractors and subcontractors
§ 13-11-5Grounds for withholding payments
§ 13-11-6Conditions authorizing payments to subcontractors
§ 13-11-7Interest on late payments
§ 13-11-8Attorneys' fees
§ 13-11-9Nonexclusive remedies
§ 13-12-1Definitions
§ 13-12-2Disclosure to consumer of automatic renewal provision in contract or contract offer
§ 13-12-3Notice to consumer prior to automatic renewal of a service contract
§ 13-12-4Applicability
§ 13-12-5Violation of chapter
§ 13-2-1Construction of contracts by courts generally; findings of fact by juries
§ 13-2-2Rules for interpretation of contracts generally
§ 13-2-3Ascertainment and enforcement of intention of parties generally
§ 13-2-4Ascertainment of intention of parties where meaning placed on contract by one party known to other
§ 13-3-1Essentials of contracts generally
§ 13-3-2Contract incomplete without assent of parties to terms thereof; withdrawal of bid or proposition by party
§ 13-3-20Minors - Contracts for property or valuable consideration; contracts for necessaries
§ 13-3-21Minors - Contracts relating to practice of profession, trade, or business
§ 13-3-22Minors - Marriage contracts and settlements
§ 13-3-23Minors - Contracts, promissory notes, written obligation, or other evidence, for loans from trust funds for educational purposes
§ 13-3-24Insane, mentally ill, intellectually disabled, or mentally incompetent persons
§ 13-3-25Intoxicated persons
§ 13-3-3When written acceptance of offer made by letter takes effect; acceptance of offer containing alternative propositions
§ 13-3-4Effect of conditions precedent or subsequent upon rights of parties under contracts
§ 13-3-40Necessity for consideration; presumption of consideration
§ 13-3-41Types of consideration
§ 13-3-42Acts which constitute consideration; effect of consideration given or received by persons other than promisor or promisee
§ 13-3-43Effect of satisfying requirement of consideration
§ 13-3-44Effect of promise which is reasonably expected to induce action or forbearance by promisee or third person; requirement as to proof of reliance in cases of charitable subscriptions or marriage settlements
§ 13-3-45Effect of partially valid consideration; effect of illegal consideration
§ 13-3-46Effect of inadequacy of consideration
§ 13-3-47Effect of impossible and possible but improbable consideration
§ 13-3-5Effect of impossible, immoral, and illegal conditions
§ 13-4-1Alteration of written contract - Effect generally
§ 13-4-100Effect of executory accord
§ 13-4-101Elements and requirements of accord and satisfaction generally
§ 13-4-102Benefit to creditor
§ 13-4-103Acceptance of less than amount of debt
§ 13-4-104Parties bound by accord and satisfaction
§ 13-4-2Alteration of written contract - Determination of materiality of alteration; determination of fact of alteration
§ 13-4-20Requirements as to performance of contractual obligations generally
§ 13-4-21Effect of act of God
§ 13-4-22Effect of refusal of party to perform concurrent condition upon offer of performance by other party
§ 13-4-23Effect of nonperformance caused by conduct of other party
§ 13-4-24Requirements for and effect of tender generally
§ 13-4-25Tender of chattels
§ 13-4-26Delivery on demand; delivery at certain time and place
§ 13-4-3Alteration of written contract - Requirement of preliminary proof as to material alteration
§ 13-4-4Effect of mutual departure from contract terms
§ 13-4-40Payment to creditor or agent
§ 13-4-41Payment by mail
§ 13-4-42Appropriation of payments
§ 13-4-43Provision requiring one party to reimburse other for federal manufacturer's excise tax; right of reimbursing party relating to timing of payments
§ 13-4-5Effect of execution of second contract upon same matter; novation
§ 13-4-60Rescission for fraud
§ 13-4-61Rights of vendor as to reclamation of goods where contract rescinded for fraud
§ 13-4-62Rescission for nonperformance
§ 13-4-80Release of another bound jointly or primarily or acceptance of higher security for same debt
§ 13-4-81Covenant not to sue; bond to indemnify debtor against debt
§ 13-4-82Intermarriage of parties
§ 13-5-1Pleading of facts indicating contract not obligatory generally
§ 13-5-10Failure to perform dependent covenant
§ 13-5-11Part performance
§ 13-5-2Incapacity generally
§ 13-5-3Exemption from contractual liability of minor
§ 13-5-30Agreements required to be in writing
§ 13-5-31Agreements enforceable without writing
§ 13-5-4Mistake of fact or law
§ 13-5-5Fraud
§ 13-5-6Duress
§ 13-5-7Rescission or release
§ 13-5-8Noncompliance with condition, failure of consideration, or other act as defense
§ 13-5-9Total or partial failure of consideration generally
§ 13-6-1Purpose of damages
§ 13-6-10Damages and expenses recoverable - Exemplary damages
§ 13-6-11Recovery of expenses of litigation generally
§ 13-6-12Effect of tender or deposit in court before trial upon recovery of costs
§ 13-6-13Recovery of interest upon damages
§ 13-6-14Number of actions for breach of contract
§ 13-6-15Damages for writing bad checks
§ 13-6-2Measure of damages - Generally
§ 13-6-3Measure of damages - Breach of bond
§ 13-6-4Determination of damages generally
§ 13-6-5Duty of injured party to lessen damages resulting from breach
§ 13-6-6Damages and expenses recoverable - Nominal damages
§ 13-6-7Damages and expenses recoverable - Liquidated damages generally
§ 13-6-8Damages and expenses recoverable - Remote or consequential damages
§ 13-6-9Damages and expenses recoverable - Expenses necessary for compliance with contract
§ 13-7-1Nature of setoff generally
§ 13-7-10Allowance of setoff of value of improvements against claim for mesne profits
§ 13-7-11Allowance of setoff of debt not due against claim of nonresident or insolvent plaintiff
§ 13-7-12Grounds for allowance of recoupment generally
§ 13-7-13Actions in which recoupment may be pleaded; procedure where damages of defendant exceed damages of plaintiff
§ 13-7-14Effect of conflict between this chapter and Chapter 11 of Title 9
§ 13-7-2Nature of recoupment generally
§ 13-7-3Setoff and recoupment distinguished
§ 13-7-4Limitations as to claims or demands for setoff generally
§ 13-7-5Setoff of demands between parties to suits
§ 13-7-6Setoff of claims or demands against beneficiaries of suits
§ 13-7-7Allowance of setoff against original payee in action by holder or transferee of negotiable instrument received under dishonor
§ 13-7-8Allowance of setoff of debt of testator or intestate against representative of estate
§ 13-7-9Allowance of setoff of distributive share in estate against judgment against legatee or owner of share
§ 13-8-1Contracts to do immoral or illegal things
§ 13-8-11Legislative findings
§ 13-8-12Definitions
§ 13-8-13Persons subject to provisions of article
§ 13-8-14Unfair competition; unfair or deceptive acts
§ 13-8-15Unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices
§ 13-8-15-1Notice to competitors within market area
§ 13-8-15-2Use of dealership by manufacturers, distributors, and wholesalers
§ 13-8-16Predelivery and preparation obligations; repair parts availability; return of surplus parts inventory
§ 13-8-17Warranty agreements; disapproval of claims under warranty agreements; special handling of claims; calculation of compensation to dealer for warranty work; amounts owed to a dealer; audit of warranty claims
§ 13-8-17-1Time for audits of dealerships
§ 13-8-18Agreements to which article applies
§ 13-8-19Failure to renew, termination of, or restriction on transfer of franchise without due cause
§ 13-8-2Contracts contravening public policy generally
§ 13-8-2-1[Repealed] Contracts in partial restraint of trade
§ 13-8-20Damages recoverable for injuries sustained by violations; class actions; punitive damages
§ 13-8-21Contracts and agreements in violation of article deemed void
§ 13-8-22Repurchase of inventory upon termination of franchise; payment for inventory repurchased; title to repurchased inventory; exempt inventory items; civil liability for failure to repurchase inventory
§ 13-8-23Repurchase of inventory upon death or incapacity of dealer or majority stockholder of corporate dealer
§ 13-8-24Indemnification of dealer for losses relating to manufacture, assembly, design, or functions beyond control of dealer
§ 13-8-25Applicability of article to existing contracts without expiration dates and to contracts entered or renewed on or after July 1, 2002
§ 13-8-3Gambling contracts
§ 13-8-31Legislative findings
§ 13-8-32Definitions
§ 13-8-33Persons subject to provisions of article
§ 13-8-34Unfair competition; unfair or deceptive acts
§ 13-8-35Unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices
§ 13-8-36Predelivery and preparation obligations; repair parts availability; return of surplus parts inventory
§ 13-8-37Warranty agreements; disapproval of claims under warranty agreements; special handling of claims; calculation of compensation to dealer for warranty work
§ 13-8-38Agreements to which article shall apply
§ 13-8-39Failure to renew, termination of, or restriction on transfer of franchise without due cause
§ 13-8-4Liability of stakeholder of money risked on wager
§ 13-8-40Damages recoverable for injuries sustained by violations of article; class actions; punitive damages
§ 13-8-41Contracts and agreements in violation of article as void
§ 13-8-42Repurchase of inventory upon termination of franchise; payment for inventory repurchased; title to repurchased inventory; exempt inventory items; civil liability for failure to repurchase inventory
§ 13-8-43Repurchase of inventory upon death or incapacity of dealer or majority stockholder of corporate dealer
§ 13-8-44Indemnification of dealer for losses relating to manufacture, assembly, design, or functions beyond control of dealer
§ 13-8-45Applicability of article to existing contracts without expiration dates and to contracts entered or renewed after November 1, 1982
§ 13-8-50Legislative findings
§ 13-8-51Definitions
§ 13-8-52Application
§ 13-8-53Enforcement of covenants; writing requirement; determining competitive status; effect of failure to comply; time and geographic limitations
§ 13-8-54Judicial construction of covenants
§ 13-8-55Requirements of person seeking enforcement of covenants
§ 13-8-56Reasonableness determinations restricting competition; presumptions
§ 13-8-57Reasonableness determinations restricting time; presumptions
§ 13-8-58Enforcement by third parties
§ 13-8-59Construction with federal provisions
§ 13-9-1Definitions
§ 13-9-2Requirements for valid and enforceable contracts of sale for future delivery of cotton, grain, stocks, and other items, generally; future delivery contracts where actual delivery of commodities bought or sold not contemplated declared unlawful
§ 13-9-3Contracts of sale for future delivery of cotton, grain, stocks, or other commodities, absent bona fide intention of parties as to delivery, execution of contract upon floor of exchange declared null and void; penalty for entering into or assisting entering into such contracts
§ 13-9-4Furnishing of written statement as to location, date, and other details of execution of contract for future delivery of cotton, grain, stocks to principal for whom contract executed; effect of failure to furnish statement
§ 13-9-5Organization of cotton exchanges, boards of trade to receive and post quotations; adoption of rules and regulations; inspection of books
§ 13-9-6Maintenance or operation of bucket shop
§ 13-9-7Effect of conflict between provisions of chapter and Uniform Commercial Code
§ 14-10-1Short title
§ 14-10-10Ownership
§ 14-10-11Severance of connection with association required upon legal disqualification of member to render professional service; effect of failure to comply
§ 14-10-12Valuation of membership or shares of deceased, retired, expelled, or disqualified member or shareholder
§ 14-10-14Limitation on sale or transfer of membership or shares
§ 14-10-15Distribution of assets following dissolution
§ 14-10-16Powers generally; assets not liable to attachment for debts of members or shareholders
§ 14-10-17Actions by or against associations
§ 14-10-18Applicability of corporation laws; inapplicability of partnership laws
§ 14-10-2Definitions
§ 14-10-3Persons entitled to form association; purpose; limitation to one type of professional service
§ 14-10-4Formation
§ 14-10-5Business other than rendering professional service prohibited; investments and ownership of property
§ 14-10-6Professional services to be rendered only by licensed officers, employees, and agents; "employee" defined
§ 14-10-7Relationship between person rendering and person receiving professional service; liability of members for debts of or claims against association
§ 14-10-8Management
§ 14-10-9Continuity of existence independent of status or acts of members
§ 14-11-100Short title
§ 14-11-1001Definitions
§ 14-11-1002Right to dissent
§ 14-11-1003Notice of dissenters' rights
§ 14-11-1004Notice of intent to demand payment
§ 14-11-1005Dissenters' notice
§ 14-11-1006Duty to demand payment
§ 14-11-1007Membership interest restrictions
§ 14-11-1008Offer of payment
§ 14-11-1009Failure to take action
§ 14-11-101Definitions
§ 14-11-1010Procedure if member dissatisfied with payment or offer
§ 14-11-1011Court action
§ 14-11-1012Court costs and counsel fees
§ 14-11-1013Limitation of actions
§ 14-11-102Evidence of filing
§ 14-11-1101Filing fees and penalties
§ 14-11-1102Execution by judicial act
§ 14-11-1103Annual registration
§ 14-11-1103-1Valid period for annual registration
§ 14-11-1104Taxation
§ 14-11-1105Administrative powers of Secretary of State
§ 14-11-1106Rules and regulations
§ 14-11-1107Laws governing chapter; limited liability companies
§ 14-11-1108Service of process; venue
§ 14-11-1109Effective date; repealer
§ 14-11-201Purpose
§ 14-11-202Powers
§ 14-11-203Formation
§ 14-11-204Articles of organization
§ 14-11-205Execution of documents
§ 14-11-206Filing by the Secretary of State
§ 14-11-207Name
§ 14-11-208Reservation of name; transfer of reserved name
§ 14-11-209Registered office and registered agent
§ 14-11-210Amendment of articles of organization; restatement
§ 14-11-211Correcting filed document
§ 14-11-212Conversion to limited liability company
§ 14-11-301Agency of members and managers
§ 14-11-302Limitations on authority to convey real property
§ 14-11-303Liability to third parties
§ 14-11-304Management
§ 14-11-305Duties
§ 14-11-306Indemnification
§ 14-11-307Conflicting interest transactions
§ 14-11-308Approval rights of members and managers
§ 14-11-309Action without meeting
§ 14-11-310Meetings
§ 14-11-311Notice
§ 14-11-312Waiver of notice
§ 14-11-313Records and information
§ 14-11-314Professional relationships
§ 14-11-401Contributions to capital
§ 14-11-402Liability for contribution
§ 14-11-403Allocation of profits and losses
§ 14-11-404Distributions
§ 14-11-405Distributions upon event of dissociation
§ 14-11-406Distributions in kind
§ 14-11-407Restrictions on making distributions
§ 14-11-408Liability upon wrongful distribution
§ 14-11-409Right to distribution
§ 14-11-501Nature of limited liability company interest
§ 14-11-502Assignment of limited liability company interest
§ 14-11-503Rights of assignee to become member
§ 14-11-504Rights of judgment creditor
§ 14-11-505Admission of members
§ 14-11-506Powers of estate of a deceased or incompetent member
§ 14-11-601Events of dissociation
§ 14-11-601-1Events resulting in cessation of membership
§ 14-11-602Dissolution
§ 14-11-603Judicial and administrative dissolution; reservation of name
§ 14-11-604Winding up
§ 14-11-605Distribution of assets
§ 14-11-606Statement of commencement of winding up
§ 14-11-607Known claims against dissolved limited liability company
§ 14-11-608Unknown claims against dissolved limited liability company
§ 14-11-609Manner of publication of request for claims
§ 14-11-610Certificate of termination
§ 14-11-611Execution of deeds or other instruments by signing
§ 14-11-701Law applicable to foreign limited liability companies
§ 14-11-702Requirement for certificate of authority; application; activities not considered transacting business in this state
§ 14-11-703Registered office and registered agent; requirement and qualifications; change of office or agent; resignation of agent; service on Secretary of State; venue
§ 14-11-704Issuance of certificate of authority
§ 14-11-705Name
§ 14-11-706Amended certificate required for change of name or jurisdiction of organization; foreign limited liability company converting to foreign limited partnership or foreign corporation
§ 14-11-707Certificate of withdrawal; application; service after withdrawal
§ 14-11-708Revocation of certificate; grounds
§ 14-11-709Revocation of certificate; notice to company; issuance and effect of certificate of revocation; service after revocation
§ 14-11-710Appeal of revocation of certificate
§ 14-11-711Failure of company to procure certificate; effect; penalty
§ 14-11-712Action to restrain company in violation of chapter
§ 14-11-801Right of member to bring derivative action
§ 14-11-802Complaint
§ 14-11-803Stay of proceedings
§ 14-11-804Discontinuance or settlement
§ 14-11-805Dismissal
§ 14-11-806Expenses
§ 14-11-807Applicability to foreign limited liability companies
§ 14-11-901Merger
§ 14-11-902Plan of merger
§ 14-11-903Approval of merger
§ 14-11-904Articles of merger
§ 14-11-905Effects of merger
§ 14-11-906Election by a limited liability company to become a foreign limited liability company, a foreign limited partnership, or a foreign corporation; certificate of authority; requirements
§ 14-2-1001Authority to amend
§ 14-2-1002Amendment by board of directors
§ 14-2-1003Amendment by board of directors and shareholders
§ 14-2-1004Voting on amendments by voting groups
§ 14-2-1005Amendment before issuance of shares
§ 14-2-1006Articles of amendment
§ 14-2-1006-1Publication of notice of change of name
§ 14-2-1007Restated articles of incorporation
§ 14-2-1008[Repealed] [Reserved] Amendment pursuant to reorganization
§ 14-2-1009Effect of amendment
§ 14-2-101Short title
§ 14-2-102Reservation of power to amend or repeal
§ 14-2-1020Amendment by board of directors or shareholders
§ 14-2-1021Bylaw increasing quorum or voting requirement for shareholders
§ 14-2-1022Bylaw increasing quorum or voting requirement for directors
§ 14-2-103Independent legal significance of chapter provisions
§ 14-2-104Effect of order for bankruptcy relief upon powers and duties of corporation
§ 14-2-1101Merger
§ 14-2-1102Share exchange
§ 14-2-1103Action on plan
§ 14-2-1104Merger with subsidiary
§ 14-2-1105Articles or certificate of merger or share exchange
§ 14-2-1105-1Publication of notice of merger or share exchange
§ 14-2-1106Effect of merger or share exchange
§ 14-2-1107Merger or share exchange with foreign corporation
§ 14-2-1108Merger or share exchange with corporations chartered by Secretary of State under other provisions
§ 14-2-1109Merger with other entities
§ 14-2-1109-1Conversion to limited liability company or limited partnership
§ 14-2-1109-2Election to become corporation
§ 14-2-1109-3Conversion to foreign limited liability company, foreign limited partnership, or foreign corporation; requirements
§ 14-2-1110Definitions
§ 14-2-1111Additional business combination approval
§ 14-2-1112"Interested shareholder" defined; exception to vote requirement of Code Section 14-2-1111
§ 14-2-1113Requirements inapplicable unless specifically in corporate bylaw; repeal of bylaw; applicability of Code Section 14-2-1111
§ 14-2-1131Definitions
§ 14-2-1132Business combinations with interested stockholders
§ 14-2-1133Inapplicability of requirements of this article unless specifically provided by corporate bylaw; repeal of bylaw; adoption of other provisions
§ 14-2-120Filing requirements
§ 14-2-1201Sale and mortgage of assets not requiring shareholder approval
§ 14-2-1202Sale of assets requiring shareholder approval
§ 14-2-121Forms
§ 14-2-121-1Valid period for annual registration
§ 14-2-122Filing fees and penalties
§ 14-2-123Effective time and date of document
§ 14-2-124Correcting filed document
§ 14-2-125Filing duty of Secretary of State
§ 14-2-126Appeal from Secretary of State's refusal to file document
§ 14-2-127Evidence of filing
§ 14-2-128Certificate of existence
§ 14-2-129Penalty for signing false document
§ 14-2-130Powers
§ 14-2-1301Definitions
§ 14-2-1302Right to dissent
§ 14-2-1303Dissent by nominees and beneficial owners
§ 14-2-1320Notice of dissenters' rights
§ 14-2-1321Notice of intent to demand payment
§ 14-2-1322Dissenters' notice
§ 14-2-1323Duty to demand payment
§ 14-2-1324Share restrictions
§ 14-2-1325Offer of payment
§ 14-2-1326Failure to take action
§ 14-2-1327Procedure if shareholder dissatisfied with payment or offer
§ 14-2-1330Court action
§ 14-2-1331Court costs and counsel fees
§ 14-2-1332Limitation of actions
§ 14-2-140Definitions
§ 14-2-1401Dissolution by incorporators or initial directors
§ 14-2-1402Dissolution by board of directors and shareholders
§ 14-2-1403Notice of intent to dissolve
§ 14-2-1403-1Publication of notice of intent to dissolve
§ 14-2-1404Revocation of dissolution proceedings
§ 14-2-1405Effect of notice of intent to dissolve
§ 14-2-1406Known claims against corporation in dissolution
§ 14-2-1407Unknown claims against corporation in dissolution
§ 14-2-1408Articles of dissolution
§ 14-2-1409Revival of corporation after dissolution by expiration of period of duration
§ 14-2-141Notice
§ 14-2-1410Preservation of remedies of dissolved corporations
§ 14-2-142Number of shareholders
§ 14-2-1420Grounds for administrative dissolution
§ 14-2-1421Procedure for and effect of administrative dissolution
§ 14-2-1422Reinstatement following administrative dissolution
§ 14-2-1423Appeal from denial of reinstatement
§ 14-2-1430Grounds for judicial dissolution
§ 14-2-1431Procedure for judicial dissolution
§ 14-2-1432Receivership or custodianship
§ 14-2-1433Decree of dissolution
§ 14-2-1440Deposit of assets with Office of the State Treasurer
§ 14-2-150Signatures
§ 14-2-1501Authority to transact business required
§ 14-2-1502Consequences of transacting business without authority
§ 14-2-1503Application for certificate of authority
§ 14-2-1504Amended certificate of authority; conversion of foreign corporation into foreign limited liability company or foreign limited partnership
§ 14-2-1505Effect of certificate of authority
§ 14-2-1506Corporate name of foreign corporation
§ 14-2-1507Registered office and registered agent of foreign corporation
§ 14-2-1508Change of registered office or registered agent of foreign corporation
§ 14-2-1509Resignation of registered agent of foreign corporation
§ 14-2-151Secretary or assistant secretary of corporation to authenticate records of corporation; reliance on affixed seal by third party
§ 14-2-1510Service on foreign corporation
§ 14-2-1520Withdrawal of foreign corporation
§ 14-2-1530Grounds for revocation
§ 14-2-1531Procedure for and effect of revocation
§ 14-2-1532Appeal from revocation
§ 14-2-1540Application of chapter to foreign corporations domesticated under prior law
§ 14-2-1601Corporate records
§ 14-2-1602Inspection of records by shareholders
§ 14-2-1603Scope of inspection right
§ 14-2-1604Court-ordered inspection
§ 14-2-1620Financial statements for shareholders
§ 14-2-1621Other reports to shareholders
§ 14-2-1622Annual registration for Secretary of State
§ 14-2-1701Application of chapter
§ 14-2-1702Application to qualified foreign corporations
§ 14-2-1703Saving provisions
§ 14-2-1801Application
§ 14-2-1802Definitions
§ 14-2-1803Corporate name
§ 14-2-1804Requirements for stock certificates
§ 14-2-1805Shareholder approval for corporate action
§ 14-2-1806Role of board of directors
§ 14-2-1807Notice; performance reporting; optional additional requirements
§ 14-2-201Incorporators
§ 14-2-201-1Publication of notice of intent to file articles of incorporation
§ 14-2-202Articles of incorporation
§ 14-2-203Incorporation
§ 14-2-204Liability for preincorporation transactions
§ 14-2-205Organization of corporation
§ 14-2-206Bylaws
§ 14-2-207Emergency bylaws
§ 14-2-301Purposes
§ 14-2-302General powers
§ 14-2-303Emergency powers
§ 14-2-304Ultra vires
§ 14-2-305Submission of certain matters to shareholder vote
§ 14-2-401Corporate name
§ 14-2-402Reserved name
§ 14-2-403[Repealed] Registered name
§ 14-2-501Registered office and registered agent
§ 14-2-502Change of registered office or registered agent
§ 14-2-503Resignation of registered agent
§ 14-2-504Service on corporation
§ 14-2-510Venue
§ 14-2-601Authorized shares
§ 14-2-602Terms of class or series determined by board of directors
§ 14-2-603Issued and outstanding shares
§ 14-2-604Fractional shares
§ 14-2-620Subscription for shares before incorporation
§ 14-2-621Issuance of shares
§ 14-2-622Liability of shareholders
§ 14-2-623Share dividends
§ 14-2-624Share options
§ 14-2-625Form and content of certificates
§ 14-2-626Shares without certificates
§ 14-2-627Restriction on transfer of shares and other securities
§ 14-2-628Expense of issue
§ 14-2-630Shareholders' preemptive rights
§ 14-2-631Corporation's acquisition of its own shares
§ 14-2-640Distributions to shareholders
§ 14-2-641Effect of failure to present securities for redemption, surrender, cancellation, or payment
§ 14-2-701Annual meeting
§ 14-2-702Special meeting
§ 14-2-703Court-ordered meeting
§ 14-2-704Action without meeting
§ 14-2-705Notice of meeting
§ 14-2-706Waiver of notice
§ 14-2-707Record date
§ 14-2-708Shareholder and proxies' participation by remote communication
§ 14-2-720Shareholders' list for meeting
§ 14-2-721Voting entitlement of shares
§ 14-2-722Proxies
§ 14-2-723Shares held by nominees
§ 14-2-724Corporation's acceptance of votes
§ 14-2-725Quorum and voting requirements for voting groups
§ 14-2-726Action by single and multiple voting groups
§ 14-2-727Greater or lesser quorum or voting requirements
§ 14-2-728Voting for directors; cumulative voting
§ 14-2-729Adjournment of meeting by majority of voting shares
§ 14-2-729-1Inspectors
§ 14-2-730Voting trusts
§ 14-2-731Shareholder agreements
§ 14-2-732Shareholder agreements
§ 14-2-740Definitions
§ 14-2-741Standing
§ 14-2-742Demand
§ 14-2-743Stay of proceedings
§ 14-2-744Dismissal
§ 14-2-745Discontinuance or settlement
§ 14-2-746Payment of expenses
§ 14-2-747Applicability to foreign corporations
§ 14-2-801Requirement for and functions of board of directors
§ 14-2-802Qualifications of directors
§ 14-2-803Number and election of directors
§ 14-2-804Election of directors by certain classes of shareholders
§ 14-2-805Terms of directors generally
§ 14-2-806Staggered terms for directors
§ 14-2-807Resignation of directors
§ 14-2-808Removal of directors by shareholders
§ 14-2-810Vacancy on board
§ 14-2-811Compensation of directors
§ 14-2-820Meetings
§ 14-2-821Action without meeting
§ 14-2-822Notice of meeting
§ 14-2-823Waiver of notice
§ 14-2-824Quorum and voting
§ 14-2-825Committees
§ 14-2-830General standards for directors; presumption of good faith and ordinary care
§ 14-2-831Derivative actions against directors and officers
§ 14-2-832Liability for unlawful distributions
§ 14-2-840Officers
§ 14-2-841Functions of officers
§ 14-2-842Standards of conduct for officers; presumption of good faith and ordinary care
§ 14-2-843Resignation and removal of officers
§ 14-2-844Contract rights of officers
§ 14-2-850Definitions
§ 14-2-851Authority to indemnify
§ 14-2-852Mandatory indemnification
§ 14-2-853Advance for expenses
§ 14-2-854Court ordered indemnification and advances for expenses
§ 14-2-855Determination and authorization of indemnification
§ 14-2-856Shareholder approved indemnification
§ 14-2-857Indemnification of officers, employees, and agents
§ 14-2-858Insurance
§ 14-2-859Application of part
§ 14-2-860Definitions
§ 14-2-861Judicial action
§ 14-2-862Directors' action
§ 14-2-863Shareholders' action
§ 14-2-864Definitions; officer's conflicting interest transactions
§ 14-2-870Procedures for disclaimer of business opportunities
§ 14-2-901Application of Business Corporation Code and Professional Corporation Act
§ 14-2-902Definition and election of statutory close corporation status
§ 14-2-910Notice of statutory close corporation status on issued shares
§ 14-2-911Share transfer prohibition
§ 14-2-912Share transfer after first refusal by corporation
§ 14-2-913Attempted share transfer in breach of prohibition
§ 14-2-914Compulsory purchase of shares after death of shareholder
§ 14-2-915Exercise of compulsory purchase right
§ 14-2-916Court action to compel purchase
§ 14-2-917Court costs and other expenses
§ 14-2-920Shareholder agreements
§ 14-2-921Special terms and powers of directors
§ 14-2-922Elimination of board of directors
§ 14-2-923Bylaws
§ 14-2-924Annual meeting
§ 14-2-925Execution of documents in more than one capacity
§ 14-2-926Limited liability
§ 14-2-930Merger, share exchange, and sale of assets
§ 14-2-931Termination of statutory close corporation status
§ 14-2-932Effect of termination of statutory close corporation status
§ 14-2-933Shareholder option to dissolve corporation
§ 14-2-940Court action to protect shareholders
§ 14-2-941Ordinary relief
§ 14-2-942Extraordinary relief; share purchase
§ 14-2-943Extraordinary relief; dissolution
§ 14-2-950Application to existing corporations
§ 14-3-1001Authority of corporation to amend; vested property rights of members
§ 14-3-1002Amendment where corporation has no members or members not entitled to vote
§ 14-3-1003Amendment where vote of members required
§ 14-3-1004Voting on amendments by classes of members
§ 14-3-1005Articles of amendment
§ 14-3-1005-1Notice of intent to change corporate name
§ 14-3-1006Restated articles of incorporation
§ 14-3-1007Amendment of articles pursuant to court order
§ 14-3-1008Effect of amendment on existing cause of action
§ 14-3-101Short title
§ 14-3-102Reservation of power of General Assembly
§ 14-3-1020Amendment where corporation has no members or members not entitled to vote
§ 14-3-1021Amendment where vote of members required
§ 14-3-1022Voting on amendments to bylaws by classes of members
§ 14-3-103Independent legal significance of chapter provisions
§ 14-3-1030When approval by specified person required
§ 14-3-104Effect of order for bankruptcy relief upon powers and duties of corporation
§ 14-3-1040Authority to amend articles to operate as for profit corporation
§ 14-3-1041Procedure for amendment
§ 14-3-1042Applicability of Business Corporation Code
§ 14-3-1101Plan of merger
§ 14-3-1102Merger without court approval; notice to Attorney General; receipt or retention by member of anything resulting from merger
§ 14-3-1103Approval of plan of merger by members or directors; abandonment of plan
§ 14-3-1104Articles of merger; publication of notice of merger
§ 14-3-1104-1Required filing of notice of merger
§ 14-3-1105Effect of merger
§ 14-3-1106Merger with foreign corporation
§ 14-3-1107Effect of merger on bequest, devise, or other transfer of property
§ 14-3-1108Merger with other entities; requirements
§ 14-3-1120Procedure for domestication of foreign corporation; filing certificate of conversion and articles of incorporation
§ 14-3-1121Certificates of conversion; implementation
§ 14-3-120Filing requirements for Nonprofit Corporations
§ 14-3-120-1Valid period for annual registration
§ 14-3-1201Sale or other disposal of assets in usual course of activities; mortgage or other encumbrance of assets
§ 14-3-1202Sale or other disposition of assets other than in usual course of activities
§ 14-3-121Forms
§ 14-3-122Filing fees
§ 14-3-123Effective time and date of document
§ 14-3-124Correcting filed document
§ 14-3-125Filing duty of Secretary of State; effect of filing or refusing to do so
§ 14-3-126Appeal from Secretary of State's refusal to file document
§ 14-3-127Evidence of filing
§ 14-3-128Certificate of existence or authorization
§ 14-3-129Penalty for signing false document; signing of document
§ 14-3-130Powers of Secretary of State
§ 14-3-1301Dividends and distributions prohibited
§ 14-3-1302Exceptions to prohibition against distributions
§ 14-3-140Definitions
§ 14-3-1401Dissolution by incorporators or initial directors
§ 14-3-1402Proposal of dissolution and approval thereof
§ 14-3-1403Plan of dissolution
§ 14-3-1404Notice of intent to dissolve
§ 14-3-1404-1Publication of notice of intent to dissolve
§ 14-3-1405Revocation of dissolution proceedings
§ 14-3-1406Effect of notice of intent to dissolve
§ 14-3-1407Disposition of known claims against corporation
§ 14-3-1408Request for presentation of claims; enforcement of claims; when claims barred
§ 14-3-1409Articles of dissolution
§ 14-3-141Notice
§ 14-3-1410Claims pending prior to dissolution of a corporation
§ 14-3-1411Revival of corporation after dissolution by expiration of period of duration
§ 14-3-1420Grounds for administrative dissolution
§ 14-3-1421Procedure for and effect of administrative dissolution
§ 14-3-1422Reinstatement following administrative dissolution
§ 14-3-1423Appeal from denial of reinstatement
§ 14-3-1430Grounds for judicial dissolution
§ 14-3-1431Procedure for judicial dissolution
§ 14-3-1432Authority to appoint receiver or custodian; powers and duties of receiver or custodian
§ 14-3-1433Decree of dissolution
§ 14-3-1440Deposit of assets with Office of the State Treasurer
§ 14-3-1501Certificate of authority to transact business required
§ 14-3-1502Transacting business without certificate of authority
§ 14-3-1503Application for certificate of authority
§ 14-3-1504Amended certificate of authority
§ 14-3-1505Effect of certificate of authority
§ 14-3-1506Corporate name of foreign corporation
§ 14-3-1507Registered office and registered agent of foreign corporation
§ 14-3-1508Change of registered office or registered agent of foreign corporation
§ 14-3-1509Resignation of registered agent of foreign corporation
§ 14-3-1510Service of process on foreign corporation
§ 14-3-1520Withdrawal of foreign corporation from state
§ 14-3-1530Grounds for revocation
§ 14-3-1531Procedure for and effect of revocation
§ 14-3-1532Appeal from revocation
§ 14-3-1540Applicability of chapter to foreign corporations domesticated under prior law
§ 14-3-160Authority of court to order meetings; notice; validity of meeting or vote
§ 14-3-1601Required corporate records
§ 14-3-1602Members' right to copy and inspect records
§ 14-3-1603Scope of inspection right
§ 14-3-1604Court-ordered inspection
§ 14-3-1605Use of membership list
§ 14-3-1606Inspection rights of directors
§ 14-3-1620Furnishing financial statements to members
§ 14-3-1621Report to members of indemnification or advance of expenses
§ 14-3-1622Annual registration of corporation
§ 14-3-170Powers and authority of Attorney General
§ 14-3-1701Corporations as to which chapter applicable and as to which not applicable; corporations existing on July 1, 1991; foreign and interstate commerce
§ 14-3-1702Applicability to qualified foreign corporations
§ 14-3-1703Saving provisions
§ 14-3-180Construction of chapter when religious doctrine inconsistent
§ 14-3-190Short title
§ 14-3-191Definitions
§ 14-3-192Violating the terms of charitable contributions made with donor imposed restrictions
§ 14-3-201Who may incorporate
§ 14-3-202Articles of incorporation
§ 14-3-202-1Publication of notice of intent to file articles of incorporation
§ 14-3-203Effect of filing articles of incorporation
§ 14-3-204Liability for preincorporation transactions
§ 14-3-205Organizational meeting
§ 14-3-206Bylaws
§ 14-3-207Emergency bylaws
§ 14-3-301Purposes of corporation
§ 14-3-302Duration and powers of corporation
§ 14-3-303Emergency powers
§ 14-3-304Ultra vires
§ 14-3-305Nonprofit hospital authority; rights; director's role; reporting
§ 14-3-401Corporate name
§ 14-3-402Reservation of corporate name
§ 14-3-403[Repealed] Registered name of foreign corporation
§ 14-3-501Registered office and registered agent
§ 14-3-502Change of registered office or registered agent
§ 14-3-503Resignation of registered agent
§ 14-3-504Service of process on corporation
§ 14-3-510Applicable laws; where corporation deemed to reside; corporations with principal office under prior law
§ 14-3-601Admission of members
§ 14-3-602Consideration for membership in corporation
§ 14-3-603Membership not required
§ 14-3-610Voting rights
§ 14-3-611Limitation on members' liability
§ 14-3-612Dues, assessments, and fees
§ 14-3-613Remedies of creditors of corporation against members
§ 14-3-620Resignation by member and effect thereof
§ 14-3-621Expulsion or suspension of members
§ 14-3-630Rights and authority of delegates
§ 14-3-701Annual meeting and regular meetings
§ 14-3-702Special meetings; remote communication
§ 14-3-703Court-ordered meetings
§ 14-3-704Notice of meeting
§ 14-3-705Waiver of notice
§ 14-3-706Record date
§ 14-3-707Action by written ballot
§ 14-3-708Consent in writing or electronic transmission of actions of members; effect; notice
§ 14-3-709Remote communication by members
§ 14-3-720Membership list for meeting
§ 14-3-721Number of votes to which member entitled; effect of membership in names of two or more persons
§ 14-3-722Quorum
§ 14-3-723Majority of votes constitutes act of membership
§ 14-3-724Proxies
§ 14-3-725Voting requirements for election of directors; cumulative voting
§ 14-3-726Election of directors by category
§ 14-3-727Validity of signature on proxy
§ 14-3-730Agreements among members
§ 14-3-740"Derivative proceeding" defined
§ 14-3-741Standing
§ 14-3-742Demand for suitable action by corporation required
§ 14-3-743Stay of proceeding
§ 14-3-744Dismissal of proceeding
§ 14-3-745Discontinuance or settlement of proceeding prohibited without court approval
§ 14-3-746Payment of expenses of proceeding
§ 14-3-747Applicability to foreign corporations
§ 14-3-801Requirement for and duties of board of directors
§ 14-3-802Qualifications of directors
§ 14-3-803Number of directors
§ 14-3-804Election of directors
§ 14-3-805Terms of directors
§ 14-3-806Staggered terms for directors
§ 14-3-807Resignation of directors
§ 14-3-808Removal of directors elected by members or directors
§ 14-3-809Procedure for removing designated or appointed directors
§ 14-3-810Removal of director by court
§ 14-3-811Vacancies
§ 14-3-812Compensation of directors
§ 14-3-813Appointment of provisional director in case of deadlock
§ 14-3-820Meetings of directors
§ 14-3-821Action taken without meeting
§ 14-3-822Notice
§ 14-3-823Waiver of notice
§ 14-3-824Quorum; when director deemed to assent to action
§ 14-3-825Committees
§ 14-3-830Standards of conduct for directors
§ 14-3-831Liability for unlawful distribution
§ 14-3-840Required officers; minutes and records; holding more than one office; titles; signing of documents
§ 14-3-841Duties and authority of officers
§ 14-3-842Standards of conduct for officers; presumption of good faith and ordinary care
§ 14-3-843Resignation and removal of officers
§ 14-3-844Contract rights of officers
§ 14-3-845Authority of officer to sign documents; validity of document
§ 14-3-846Authentication and attestation of records; effect of corporate seal on document
§ 14-3-850Definitions
§ 14-3-851Authority to indemnify director involved in legal proceeding
§ 14-3-852Indemnification for reasonable expenses of successful defense
§ 14-3-853Advance or reimbursement of litigation expenses
§ 14-3-854Court ordered indemnification and payment of expenses
§ 14-3-855Determination of right and authorization for payment of indemnification required
§ 14-3-856Additional measure of director indemnification
§ 14-3-857Indemnification of officers, employees, and agents
§ 14-3-858Insurance
§ 14-3-859Applicability of indemnification provisions
§ 14-3-860Definitions
§ 14-3-861Transactions not subject to being enjoined, set aside, or other sanctions
§ 14-3-862Directors' action after disclosure of conflict or abstention by interested director
§ 14-3-863Members' action following disclosure of conflict
§ 14-3-864Effect of court approval of transaction
§ 14-3-865Officer's conflicting interest transactions
§ 14-3-870Procedures for disclaimer of business opportunities
§ 14-4-1Intention
§ 14-4-100Application for amendment of charter of companies incorporated by Act of General Assembly; surrender of certain powers by insurance companies
§ 14-4-101Issuance of certificate of amendment to acquire powers; form
§ 14-4-102Issuance of certificate of amendment to surrender powers; form
§ 14-4-103Acceptance of amendment conclusively presumed
§ 14-4-104Secretary of State to keep record of amendments
§ 14-4-105Amendments of charter and changes in capitalization of railroad companies undergoing reorganization in bankruptcy proceedings
§ 14-4-120Petition for change of name, principal office, capital stock, or number of directors
§ 14-4-121Issuance of certificate of change of name, principal office, capital stock, or number of directors
§ 14-4-140Merger or share exchange consolidation of corporations incorporated by Secretary of State
§ 14-4-141Merger or share exchange consolidation of corporations chartered by Secretary of State with domestic corporations incorporated under Chapter 2
§ 14-4-142Merger or share exchange consolidation of corporations chartered by Secretary of State with foreign corporations
§ 14-4-143Right of stockholder to dissent from merger or share exchange consolidation - Demand for payment of value of stock
§ 14-4-145Appeal from appraisal
§ 14-4-146Cessation of stockholders' rights and transfer of stock to corporation
§ 14-4-147Enforcement against corporation of judgment determining value of stock
§ 14-4-148Stockholders of surviving or resulting corporation
§ 14-4-149Article cumulative of other provisions
§ 14-4-150Recording of charter of consolidated or merged corporation
§ 14-4-160Forfeiture of charter
§ 14-4-161Effect of dissolution upon causes of action; service of process
§ 14-4-180Annual registration required
§ 14-4-180-1Valid period for annual registration
§ 14-4-183Fees of Secretary of State for filing documents
§ 14-4-2Existing venue statutes unaffected by chapter
§ 14-4-21Number of directors; effect upon acts of directors prior to April 1, 1969
§ 14-4-22Use of name of another without consent
§ 14-4-23Objection to grant of charter; hearing thereon
§ 14-4-24Appeal from action of Secretary of State
§ 14-4-25When previously used corporate name becomes available for use by others
§ 14-4-40Creation of shares with or without par value and of classes of shares
§ 14-4-41Authority prerequisite to issuance of stock
§ 14-4-42Application of laws governing par stock to nonpar stock
§ 14-4-43Consideration for sale of nonpar stock
§ 14-4-44Change of par stock into nonpar stock
§ 14-4-45Application for incorporation of corporations having nonpar stock
§ 14-4-46Statement as to nonpar stock
§ 14-4-47Meeting "duly called for the purpose" defined
§ 14-4-60Powers generally
§ 14-4-61Power to make donations for public welfare or for charitable, scientific, or educational purposes
§ 14-4-62Continuous succession; term of articles of incorporation or charter
§ 14-4-63Liability of persons transacting business before minimum capital stock subscribed for
§ 14-4-64Responsibility for acts of officers
§ 14-4-65Improper dividends; liability of officers
§ 14-4-80Renewal of charter
§ 14-4-81Revival of expired charter
§ 14-5-1Intention
§ 14-5-11Applicability of Chapters 2 and 3 to corporations chartered by General Assembly; filing of annual registration with Secretary of State
§ 14-5-11-1Valid period for annual registration
§ 14-5-2By whom powers granted
§ 14-5-20Secretary of State as corporation commissioner
§ 14-5-21Fees; report; refunds
§ 14-5-22Condition of acceptance of documents
§ 14-5-23Rules and regulations
§ 14-5-3Right of state to withdraw franchise when charter granted since January 1, 1863
§ 14-5-4Corporate existence not subject to collateral attack by person dealing with corporation
§ 14-5-40Applicability of Chapter 3 of title
§ 14-5-41Validity of contracts and deposits; enforcement
§ 14-5-42Authority to act as trustee of charitable trust
§ 14-5-43Church represented by majority; effect of withdrawal of part of congregation
§ 14-5-44Church edifice liable to sale for debt
§ 14-5-45Interference by courts with management of church
§ 14-5-46Conveyances to churches or religious societies confirmed
§ 14-5-47Authority of churches or religious societies over trustees holding land for their use
§ 14-5-48Vacancies in administration of land trusts for use of churches and religious societies; certificate of appointment
§ 14-5-49Applicability of Code Sections 14-5-46 through 14-5-48 to other societies
§ 14-5-50Corporate rights generally
§ 14-5-51Powers of eleemosynary and religious corporations extended
§ 14-5-6Contributions to influence official action prohibited; penalty
§ 14-5-7Execution of instruments conveying interest in real property or releasing security agreement
§ 14-5-8Joint tenancy of shares and securities
§ 14-5-9Jurisdiction and service of summons in garnishment proceedings
§ 14-6-1through 14-6-15 - Reserved
§ 14-7-1Short title
§ 14-7-2Definitions
§ 14-7-3Election to practice as professional corporation; application
§ 14-7-4Professional services
§ 14-7-5Stock
§ 14-7-6Name
§ 14-7-7Standards of practice; standards applicable to professional relationship and legal liabilities
§ 14-8-1Short title
§ 14-8-10Conveyance of real property by partners
§ 14-8-10-1Statement of partnership generally
§ 14-8-11Representation of partnership affairs by partner
§ 14-8-12Notice to or knowledge of the partnership
§ 14-8-13Liability of partnership for acts of partners
§ 14-8-14Recovery from partnership for loss caused by wrongful act of partner
§ 14-8-15Liability of partners
§ 14-8-15-1Power to sue or be sued
§ 14-8-16Liability of person representing himself as a partner
§ 14-8-17Liability of incoming partner
§ 14-8-18Rights and duties of partners
§ 14-8-19Partnership books
§ 14-8-2Definitions
§ 14-8-20Responsibility of partners to reveal true information to representative of deceased partner
§ 14-8-21Benefits derived by a partner without the consent of other partners
§ 14-8-22Right to formal accounting of partnership affairs
§ 14-8-23Continuation of partnership after time of termination
§ 14-8-24Property rights of partner
§ 14-8-25Incidents of tenancy in partnership
§ 14-8-26Interest of partner in partnership
§ 14-8-27Conveyance of partnership interest; dissolution of partnership
§ 14-8-28Judgment creditor of a partner against debtor partner's interest in partnership
§ 14-8-29Cessation of partners' association in carrying on partnership after dissolution
§ 14-8-3"Knowledge" and "notice" defined
§ 14-8-30Continuation of dissolved partnership during wind-up of partnership's affairs
§ 14-8-31Causation of dissolution
§ 14-8-32Dissolution of partnership by court decree
§ 14-8-33Limitation of authority of partner to act for dissolved partnership
§ 14-8-34Liability of partners to copartners for actions following dissolution of partnership
§ 14-8-35Actions which can bind a dissolved partnership; liability of partners
§ 14-8-36Effect of dissolution of partnership on existing liability of partners
§ 14-8-37Rights of partners in winding up partnership affairs
§ 14-8-38Application of partnership property to satisfy obligations upon rightful dissolution; rights of partners following wrongful dissolution
§ 14-8-38-1Vesting of property of dissolved partnership in partnership continuing business
§ 14-8-38-2Vesting of property of dissolved partnership prior to July 1, 1989
§ 14-8-39Rescission of partnership agreement following fraud or misrepresentation
§ 14-8-4Construction with other laws
§ 14-8-40Settlement of accounts between partners after dissolution
§ 14-8-41Relations with creditors following withdrawal, expulsion, or death of existing partners or assignment of partnership rights to third parties
§ 14-8-42Continuation of business after withdrawal or death of a partner
§ 14-8-43Rights of partners to accounting of interest in partnership upon dissolution
§ 14-8-44Law governing foreign limited liability partnership
§ 14-8-45Certificate of authority requirement for foreign limited liability partnerships; contents of application for certificate; activities not constituting transacting business in state
§ 14-8-46Registered office and registered agent required for foreign limited liability partnership; Secretary of State as agent for service of process; venue
§ 14-8-47Issuance of certificate of authority to foreign limited liability partnership
§ 14-8-48Name of foreign limited liability partnership
§ 14-8-49Change of name of foreign limited liability partnership
§ 14-8-5Governing laws in absence of specific provision in this chapter
§ 14-8-50Withdrawal of foreign limited liability partnership from state
§ 14-8-51Grounds for revocation of certificate of authority of foreign limited liability partnership
§ 14-8-52Procedure for revocation of certificate of authority of foreign limited liability partnership
§ 14-8-53Appeal from revocation of certificate of authority by foreign limited liability partnership
§ 14-8-54Transaction of business without certificate of authority by foreign limited liability partnership
§ 14-8-55Action to restrain foreign limited liability partnership from transacting business in state
§ 14-8-56Annual registration of foreign limited liability partnership
§ 14-8-56-1Valid period for annual registration
§ 14-8-57Filing fees pertaining to foreign limited liability partnerships
§ 14-8-58Administrative power of Secretary of State pertaining to foreign limited liability partnership laws
§ 14-8-59Rules and regulations pertaining to foreign limited liability partnerships
§ 14-8-6"Partnership" defined
§ 14-8-60Effect of Secretary of State's filing of documents pertaining to foreign limited liability partnerships
§ 14-8-61Effective date of laws governing foreign limited liability partnership
§ 14-8-62Limited liability partnership election; recording; fees; contents; procedures and effect; cancellation; dissolution of partnership; amendment of certificate to comply with name requirements
§ 14-8-63Name of limited liability partnership
§ 14-8-64Recognition of limited liability partnership outside state; internal affairs of partnerships governed by state law
§ 14-8-7Determination of existence of partnership
§ 14-8-8Determination of ownership of property
§ 14-8-9Agency of partners for partnership
§ 14-9-100Short title
§ 14-9-1001Right of limited partner to bring action
§ 14-9-1002Requirements for plaintiff
§ 14-9-1003Complaint
§ 14-9-1004Expenses
§ 14-9-101Definitions
§ 14-9-102Partnership name
§ 14-9-103Reservation of name
§ 14-9-104Registered office and agents
§ 14-9-105Records to be kept
§ 14-9-106Authorized activity; acquisition or conveyance of interest in real property
§ 14-9-107Business transactions of partner with partnership
§ 14-9-108Indemnification of partners or other persons; expansion, restriction, or elimination of partner's duties and liabilities in partnership agreement
§ 14-9-109Evidence of filing
§ 14-9-1101Fees
§ 14-9-1102Administrative powers of Secretary of State
§ 14-9-1103Rules and regulations
§ 14-9-1104Duty of Secretary of State to file documents
§ 14-9-1201Partnerships covered by chapter
§ 14-9-1202Effect on partnerships existing prior to July 1, 1988
§ 14-9-1203Nonrenewable one-year name reservation for partnerships existing prior to July 1, 1988
§ 14-9-1204Applicability of Uniform Partnership Act
§ 14-9-201Certificate of limited partnership
§ 14-9-202Amendment of certificate
§ 14-9-203Certificate of cancellation
§ 14-9-204Execution of certificates
§ 14-9-205Execution by judicial act
§ 14-9-206Filing with Secretary of State
§ 14-9-206-1Merger
§ 14-9-206-2Conversion to limited partnership
§ 14-9-206-3Articles of correction; effective date
§ 14-9-206-5Annual registration
§ 14-9-206-7Failure to file under chapter for three consecutive years
§ 14-9-206-8Conversion to foreign limited liability company, foreign limited partnership, or foreign corporation, requirement
§ 14-9-206-9Valid period for annual registration
§ 14-9-301Admission of limited partners
§ 14-9-302Voting rights; additional rights, powers, and duties
§ 14-9-303Liability
§ 14-9-304Person erroneously believing himself limited partner
§ 14-9-305Inspection of partnership records; information
§ 14-9-401Admission of additional general partners
§ 14-9-403Rights, powers, and liabilities generally
§ 14-9-404Rights, powers, and liabilities of general partner who is also limited partner
§ 14-9-405Voting rights; additional rights, powers, and duties
§ 14-9-501Form of contribution
§ 14-9-502Promise to contribute; liability for contribution
§ 14-9-503Allocations among partners
§ 14-9-601Interim distributions; redemption of interest of partner
§ 14-9-602Withdrawal of general partner
§ 14-9-603Withdrawal of limited partner
§ 14-9-604Distribution upon withdrawal
§ 14-9-605Form of distribution
§ 14-9-606Right to distribution
§ 14-9-701Nature of partnership interest
§ 14-9-702Assignment of partnership interest
§ 14-9-703Rights of creditor
§ 14-9-704Right of assignee to become limited partner
§ 14-9-705Power of legal representative of deceased or incompetent partner
§ 14-9-801Events triggering dissolution
§ 14-9-802Judicial dissolution
§ 14-9-803Winding up
§ 14-9-804Distribution of assets
§ 14-9-805Execution of deeds or other transfer instruments
§ 14-9-901Laws governing
§ 14-9-902Certificate of authority; activities not constituting transacting business
§ 14-9-902-1Registered agent; office
§ 14-9-903Issuance of certificate
§ 14-9-904Name
§ 14-9-905Change of name or state of organization; foreign limited partnership converting to foreign limited liability company or foreign corporation
§ 14-9-906Certificate of withdrawal
§ 14-9-907Transaction of business without registering
§ 14-9-908Action by Attorney General
§ 14-9a-1Short title
§ 14-9a-110Applicability of article; renewal of existing partnerships restricted
§ 14-9a-111Who may form limited partnership; purposes; liability of general and special partners
§ 14-9a-112Firm name
§ 14-9a-113Certificate of limited partnership - Contents
§ 14-9a-114Certificate of limited partnership - Acknowledgment
§ 14-9a-115Certificate of limited partnership - Filing
§ 14-9a-116Affidavits of capital paid in
§ 14-9a-117[Repealed] [Reserved] Certified copies admissible in evidence
§ 14-9a-118Certificate and affidavit prerequisite to formation; effect of false statement
§ 14-9a-119Publication of terms of partnership; affidavits of publication as evidence
§ 14-9a-120Renewal or continuance of partnership
§ 14-9a-121Dissolution - Effect of changes in firm name, capital, or death of partner
§ 14-9a-122Dissolution - By acts of partners; notice required
§ 14-9a-123Powers of general and special partners
§ 14-9a-124Repayment of contribution of special partner prohibited; payment of interest and profits to special partner
§ 14-9a-125Priority of special partners
§ 14-9a-126Parties to actions
§ 14-9a-127Liability of general partners for management of firm
§ 14-9a-128Liability of partners for fraud
§ 14-9a-129Fraudulent sale, assignment, or transfer of property void
§ 14-9a-130Penalty for fraud
§ 14-9a-2Limited partnership defined
§ 14-9a-2-1Applicability of article
§ 14-9a-20Formation
§ 14-9a-21Business which may be carried on; power to acquire property
§ 14-9a-22Use of surname of limited partner in partnership name; liability of limited partner if surname improperly used
§ 14-9a-23Admission of additional limited partners
§ 14-9a-24One person both general and limited partner
§ 14-9a-25When certificate of limited partnership required to be canceled
§ 14-9a-26Procedure for amendment or cancellation of certificate of limited partnership
§ 14-9a-27Liability for false statement in certificate
§ 14-9a-3Construction of article
§ 14-9a-4Rules for cases not provided for by article
§ 14-9a-40Character of limited partner's contribution
§ 14-9a-41Limited partner not liable to creditors
§ 14-9a-42Rights
§ 14-9a-43Person erroneously believing himself limited partner not liable as general partner
§ 14-9a-44Loans and other business transactions between limited partner and partnership; limitation on resulting claims against partnership
§ 14-9a-45Priority among limited partners
§ 14-9a-46Compensation
§ 14-9a-47Withdrawal or reduction of contribution
§ 14-9a-48Liability of limited partner to partnership
§ 14-9a-49Nature of limited partner's interest
§ 14-9a-5Effect of article on existing partnerships
§ 14-9a-50Assignment of limited partner's interest
§ 14-9a-51Effect of death of limited partner
§ 14-9a-52Rights of judgment creditor of limited partner
§ 14-9a-70Rights, powers, and liabilities of general partner
§ 14-9a-80Party to proceedings
§ 14-9a-90Effect of retirement, death, or insanity of general partner
§ 14-9a-91Settling of accounts
§ 15-1-1Where judicial power vested
§ 15-1-10Removal of court records; storage
§ 15-1-10-1Standards in determining grant of requests for televising, videotaping, or motion picture filming of judicial proceedings
§ 15-1-11Attendance of judges and court personnel at educational programs
§ 15-1-12Compensation of probate court judges and superior court clerks for certain services
§ 15-1-13Prior removal from judicial office as affecting qualification for judicial office
§ 15-1-14Rules and requirements for foreign language and hearing impaired interpreters
§ 15-1-15Drug court divisions
§ 15-1-16Mental health court divisions
§ 15-1-17Veterans court divisions
§ 15-1-18Council of Accountability Court Judges of Georgia; creation; membership; funding; support
§ 15-1-19Creation of operating under the influence court divisions; organization and functions
§ 15-1-2No jurisdiction by consent; waiver of personal jurisdiction
§ 15-1-20Definitions; restrictions on dissemination of criminal history record information; conditions under which inspection, copying, and use of restricted criminal history record information available
§ 15-1-21Judicial Qualifications Commission created; powers, composition, and appointment; term and removal of member; procedures; confidentiality
§ 15-1-22Exclusive agreement for electronic filing service prohibited
§ 15-1-23Grant program for accountability courts serving mental health and substance use disorder population; technical assistance
§ 15-1-3Powers of courts generally
§ 15-1-4Extent of contempt power
§ 15-1-5Effect of rules of court
§ 15-1-6Court's acts not invalid without clerk
§ 15-1-7Grounds for impeachment
§ 15-1-8When judge or judicial officer disqualified
§ 15-1-9When judge not disqualified
§ 15-1-9-1Requesting judicial assistance from other courts
§ 15-1-9-2Senior judge of superior courts
§ 15-1-9-3Senior judge of state court, probate court, or juvenile court; capital cases
§ 15-10-1Creation of magistrate courts
§ 15-10-100Appointment of constables; compensation; chief constable
§ 15-10-101Eligibility of constables
§ 15-10-102Powers and duties of constables
§ 15-10-103Constables' power to arrest
§ 15-10-104Exemption of constables from peace officer training and employment laws
§ 15-10-105Selection of clerk; compensation; eligibility
§ 15-10-105-1Powers and duties of clerk
§ 15-10-105-2Monthly contingent expense allowance for the operation of the magistrate court
§ 15-10-106Appointment of other court personnel; compensation
§ 15-10-120[Reserved] Certain officials to become magistrates; term of office
§ 15-10-121Transfer of pending cases to magistrate courts
§ 15-10-122Courts exempt from chapter
§ 15-10-123Local law references to justices of the peace deemed references to magistrates
§ 15-10-130Short title
§ 15-10-131Definitions
§ 15-10-132Creation of Georgia Magistrate Courts Training Council
§ 15-10-133Oath; certificate of appointment
§ 15-10-134Officers; quorum; minutes; annual report
§ 15-10-135Compensation and reimbursement of members
§ 15-10-136Powers and duties
§ 15-10-137Training requirements of certified magistrates
§ 15-10-150Contract with municipality
§ 15-10-151Services provided through office of magistrate
§ 15-10-152Municipal jurisdiction
§ 15-10-153Styling of municipal court judges, officers, pleadings, and records
§ 15-10-154Applicability of municipal charter and ordinances
§ 15-10-155Exceptions
§ 15-10-2General jurisdiction; authority of magistrate to act
§ 15-10-2-1Jurisdiction over certain cases involving litter
§ 15-10-20Number; selection; term; filling vacancies; chief magistrate; bonds
§ 15-10-20-1Qualifying in absentia for magistrates serving on active military duty
§ 15-10-200Applicability; penalty
§ 15-10-201Jury trials
§ 15-10-202Procedure
§ 15-10-203Optional procedure for forfeiture of bonds on misdemeanor deposit account fraud violations; failure to appear at trial; bench warrants; no contest cash bonds and related schedules
§ 15-10-21Powers and duties of chief magistrate
§ 15-10-22Qualifications; restrictions on practice of law
§ 15-10-220Creation of office; qualifications
§ 15-10-221Assumption of duties and powers of magistrate
§ 15-10-222Oath of office
§ 15-10-223Training
§ 15-10-23Minimum compensation; annual salary; increases; supplements
§ 15-10-23-1Monthly contingent expense allowance for the operation of the magistrate court
§ 15-10-24Discipline, removal, and involuntary retirement
§ 15-10-240Remittance of interest from funds
§ 15-10-25Training requirements; payment of training costs
§ 15-10-26Conflicts between local ordinances and local Acts
§ 15-10-260Jurisdiction; penalties
§ 15-10-261Waiver of jury trial
§ 15-10-262Prosecutorial procedure
§ 15-10-263No contest cash bonds; other bonds
§ 15-10-27Continuation of certain county civil court officials as magistrate court officials
§ 15-10-3Oath and commission of magistrate, constable, and clerk
§ 15-10-4Sessions of court
§ 15-10-40Applicability of article
§ 15-10-41No jury trials; appeal
§ 15-10-42Applicability of the Civil Practice Act
§ 15-10-43Statement of claim; service of process; answer to claim; default judgments; opening of default; relief in magistrate court
§ 15-10-44Trial procedure
§ 15-10-45Compulsory and permissive counterclaims
§ 15-10-46Ordering deferred partial payment of judgment
§ 15-10-47Effect, recordation, execution, and enforcement of money judgments; fee for recordation
§ 15-10-48Form of statement of claim, verification, and notice
§ 15-10-49Procedure in attachment, garnishment, dispossessory, and distress warrant proceedings
§ 15-10-5Offices, courtrooms, and equipment
§ 15-10-50Interrogatories to judgment debtor; form; contempt; authorized discovery procedures
§ 15-10-51Authorizing clerks to sign notices and summonses
§ 15-10-52Party name in action
§ 15-10-53Filing documents by electronic means
§ 15-10-54Use of personally identifiable data in court documentation; redaction
§ 15-10-6Local court rules
§ 15-10-60Applicability of article; suspended sentences
§ 15-10-61No right to trial by jury; right of removal to state or superior court
§ 15-10-62Prosecution upon citation or accusation; service; arrest
§ 15-10-63Use of citations; arrests
§ 15-10-63-1Cash bonds
§ 15-10-64Execution upon unpaid fines; sheriff to receive sentenced persons
§ 15-10-65Petition for review to superior court
§ 15-10-66Prosecuting attorney
§ 15-10-7[Effective Until 7/1/2025] Council of Magistrate Court Judges
§ 15-10-7-d-1[Effective 7/1/2025] Council of Magistrate Court Judges; notifications
§ 15-10-8Authority of retired magistrate to perform marriage ceremonies
§ 15-10-80Filing fee; service of process costs; writ of fieri facias fee; costs taxed to losing party
§ 15-10-81Costs upon conviction of violation of ordinance
§ 15-10-82Hearing fee on application for search or arrest warrant or deposit account fraud citation; no fee assessed against certain alleged victims
§ 15-10-83Constables' fees for levies and judicial sales
§ 15-10-84Fee for administering oath
§ 15-10-85Fees and costs to be deposited into county treasury
§ 15-10-86Law library fees
§ 15-10-87Transfer of filing fee upon transfer of case to state or superior court; failure to transmit fee
§ 15-11-1Purpose of chapter
§ 15-11-10Exclusive original jurisdiction
§ 15-11-100Purpose of article
§ 15-11-100-1Exemption when governed by Indian Child Welfare Act
§ 15-11-101Medical and psychological evaluation orders when investigating child abuse and neglect
§ 15-11-102Dependency case time limitations
§ 15-11-103Right to attorney
§ 15-11-104Appointment and removal of guardian ad litem; use of a CASA
§ 15-11-105Powers and duties of guardian ad litem
§ 15-11-106Participation of a CASA
§ 15-11-107Treatment by spiritual means; life-threatening condition or disability exception
§ 15-11-108Notice of postadjudication hearings to parties
§ 15-11-109Notice of hearings to specified nonparties
§ 15-11-11Concurrent jurisdiction
§ 15-11-11-1Representation by appointed counsel in legitimation proceedings
§ 15-11-110Continuance of a hearing in dependency proceedings
§ 15-11-111Court orders
§ 15-11-112Court ordered visitation
§ 15-11-113Date child is considered to have entered foster care
§ 15-11-12Dual designation of children; consolidation of proceedings; time limitations
§ 15-11-125Venue
§ 15-11-13Appointment of guardian or conservator
§ 15-11-130Emergency care and supervision of child without court order; immunity
§ 15-11-130-1Referral to victim assistance organizations of child suspected of being a victim of sexual exploitation or trafficking
§ 15-11-131Temporary protective custody of child by physician without court order and without parental consent; immunity
§ 15-11-132Verbal custody order
§ 15-11-133Removal of child from the home; protective custody; consideration of alternatives
§ 15-11-133-1Temporary alternatives to foster care; orders; minimal preliminary assessments; preliminary protective hearing; time for hearings
§ 15-11-134Required findings justifying removal from the home
§ 15-11-135Placement in eligible foster care
§ 15-11-14Transfers from probate court
§ 15-11-145Preliminary protective hearing requirements; consideration of hearsay evidence
§ 15-11-146Preliminary protective hearing; findings
§ 15-11-15Transfers from superior court; custody and support
§ 15-11-150Authority to file petition
§ 15-11-151Time limitations for filing petition
§ 15-11-152Contents of petition
§ 15-11-153Amendment of petition
§ 15-11-16Commencement of proceedings
§ 15-11-160Issuance of summons
§ 15-11-161Service of summons
§ 15-11-162Sanctions for failure to obey summons
§ 15-11-163Interlocutory order of disposition when summons served by publication
§ 15-11-17Conduct of hearings generally; applicability of Title 24
§ 15-11-170Discovery
§ 15-11-18Subpoenas; application of Title 24
§ 15-11-180Standard of proof
§ 15-11-181Adjudication hearing
§ 15-11-19Rights of parties to proceedings
§ 15-11-190Social study
§ 15-11-191Contents of social study
§ 15-11-2Definitions
§ 15-11-20Referral for mediation
§ 15-11-200DFCS report; case plan
§ 15-11-202Reasonable efforts by DFCS to preserve or reunify families
§ 15-11-203When reasonable efforts by DFCS not required
§ 15-11-204Nonreunification hearing
§ 15-11-21Selection and appointment of mediator
§ 15-11-210Disposition hearing
§ 15-11-211Relative search by DFCS
§ 15-11-213Disposition orders; considerations
§ 15-11-214Duration of disposition orders
§ 15-11-215Notice of change in placement hearings; use of hearsay evidence; presumptions
§ 15-11-216Periodic review hearing; required evidence; consideration of hearsay evidence
§ 15-11-217Periodic review by judicial citizen review panel
§ 15-11-218Content of orders following periodic review hearings or reports by judicial citizen review panels
§ 15-11-219Required findings for qualified residential treatment program admittance; assessment procedures; writing requirement
§ 15-11-22Agreement to mediate; procedure
§ 15-11-220Required findings after placement in qualified residential treatment program; documentation
§ 15-11-23Stay of proceeding pending mediation; time limitations
§ 15-11-230Permanency plan hearing; consideration of hearsay evidence
§ 15-11-231Permanency plan report
§ 15-11-232Permanency plan hearing; findings
§ 15-11-233Termination of parental rights; exceptions
§ 15-11-24Termination of mediation
§ 15-11-240Appointment of permanent guardian; jurisdiction; findings
§ 15-11-241Petition for permanent guardian
§ 15-11-242Effect of guardianship order
§ 15-11-243Permanent guardianship petition hearing
§ 15-11-243-1Summons; required parties; personal appearance of adults or children; waiver of service
§ 15-11-243-2Service of summons
§ 15-11-243-3Service upon biological father; objections; presumptions
§ 15-11-244Modification of permanent guardianship order
§ 15-11-25Approval of mediation agreements; exceptions
§ 15-11-26Best interests of child
§ 15-11-260Purpose of article
§ 15-11-260-1Exemption when governed by Indian Child Welfare Act
§ 15-11-261Scope, effect, and duration of order terminating parental rights
§ 15-11-262Right to attorney and appointment of guardian ad litem
§ 15-11-263Physical and mental examinations
§ 15-11-264Discovery
§ 15-11-265Suspension of right of voluntary surrender of parental rights
§ 15-11-27Physical and mental examinations
§ 15-11-270Venue
§ 15-11-28Privilege against self-incrimination
§ 15-11-280Petition; style; contents; putative fathers
§ 15-11-281Issuance of summons
§ 15-11-282Service of summons
§ 15-11-283Notice to father
§ 15-11-284Notice of effect of termination judgment
§ 15-11-285Sanctions for failure to obey summons
§ 15-11-29Protective orders
§ 15-11-29-1Parental accountability; court orders; enforcement
§ 15-11-3Direct calendaring
§ 15-11-30Rights and duties of legal custodian
§ 15-11-300Notice of hearings to specified parties; required findings
§ 15-11-301Expedited hearings; orders
§ 15-11-302Confidentiality of testimony of parties
§ 15-11-303Standard of proof
§ 15-11-304Applicability of Title 24; privileges
§ 15-11-31Contempt powers; other sanctions
§ 15-11-310Grounds for determining termination of parental rights
§ 15-11-311Determination of whether child is without proper parental care and control
§ 15-11-32Modification or vacation of orders; retroactive application
§ 15-11-320Termination of parental rights; findings; standard of proof
§ 15-11-321Custody of child following termination proceedings or surrender of parental rights; use of hearsay evidence
§ 15-11-322Continuing court review when child not adopted; use of hearsay evidence
§ 15-11-323Reinstatement of parental rights; standard of proof
§ 15-11-324Testimony and evidence from foster parents, caregivers, and others
§ 15-11-33Transfer when disposition incorporates reunification plan and parents reside in different counties
§ 15-11-34Commitment to adult correctional facility prohibited
§ 15-11-340Criteria for receiving services; development of transition plan; termination
§ 15-11-341Written report to court; review hearing and findings
§ 15-11-342Determination of dates; periodic review hearings; role of DFCS in hearing and transition planning
§ 15-11-35Appeals
§ 15-11-36Expenses charged to county; payment by parent on court order
§ 15-11-37Supervision fees
§ 15-11-38Community based risk reduction programs
§ 15-11-380Purpose of article
§ 15-11-381Definitions
§ 15-11-39Risk assessments or risk and needs assessments; case plans; issuance of orders
§ 15-11-390Filing of complaint
§ 15-11-4Other laws apply to chapter
§ 15-11-40Information sharing; confidentiality
§ 15-11-400Child in need of services; time limitations for continued custody or temporary custody hearings
§ 15-11-401Child in need of services; venue
§ 15-11-402Right to attorney and appointment of guardian ad litem
§ 15-11-403Continuance of a hearing in child in need of services proceedings
§ 15-11-404Case plan for a child alleged or found to be a child in need of services
§ 15-11-405Termination of proceedings relating to a runaway child
§ 15-11-41Compliance with privacy laws
§ 15-11-410Taking a child into temporary custody
§ 15-11-411Temporary custody; time limitations
§ 15-11-412Temporary detention; place of custody
§ 15-11-413Continued custody hearing
§ 15-11-414Continued custody hearing; findings
§ 15-11-415Detention decision; findings
§ 15-11-420Authority to file petition
§ 15-11-421Time limitations for filing petition
§ 15-11-422Content of petitions
§ 15-11-423Issuance of summons
§ 15-11-424Service of summons
§ 15-11-425Sanctions for failure to obey summons
§ 15-11-440Standard of proof
§ 15-11-441Adjudication hearing
§ 15-11-442Disposition hearing; time limitations; disposition of a child in need of services
§ 15-11-442-1Placement of child in need of services
§ 15-11-443Duration of disposition orders
§ 15-11-444Probation revocation
§ 15-11-445Disposition reviews; time limitations
§ 15-11-450Comprehensive services plan for child found unrestorably incompetent to proceed; plan manager
§ 15-11-451Hearing on mental health plan; time limitations
§ 15-11-470Purpose of article
§ 15-11-471Definitions
§ 15-11-472Delinquency case time limitations
§ 15-11-473Conduct of delinquency proceeding by prosecuting attorney; access to information
§ 15-11-474Parties in a delinquency proceeding; notice to DJJ
§ 15-11-475Right to attorney; waiver
§ 15-11-476Appointment of guardian ad litem
§ 15-11-477Orders for behavioral health evaluations
§ 15-11-478Continuance of a hearing in delinquency proceedings
§ 15-11-479Admissions to court personnel inadmissible; exceptions
§ 15-11-480When jeopardy attaches
§ 15-11-481Victim impact statement in delinquency proceedings
§ 15-11-490Venue; transfers between juvenile courts
§ 15-11-5Computations of time
§ 15-11-50Creation of juvenile courts; appointment of judges
§ 15-11-500Order to take child into immediate custody
§ 15-11-501Taking child into custody; notice to custodian; notification of prosecuting attorney
§ 15-11-502Procedure after taking child into custody; detention
§ 15-11-503Detention decision; findings
§ 15-11-504Place of detention; data on child detained
§ 15-11-505Use of detention assessments to determine if detention is warranted; "serious delinquent act" defined
§ 15-11-506Detention hearing; time limitations
§ 15-11-507Bail
§ 15-11-508Notification to victim of child's release from detention
§ 15-11-51Qualification of judges
§ 15-11-510Intake; informal adjustment
§ 15-11-511Arraignment; admissions at arraignment; right to attorney
§ 15-11-515Informal adjustment; circumstances; admissions; exceptions
§ 15-11-52Terms and compensation of judges
§ 15-11-520Authority to file petition
§ 15-11-521Time limitations for filing petition
§ 15-11-522Contents of petition
§ 15-11-523Amendment of petition
§ 15-11-53Practice of law by judges
§ 15-11-530Issuance of summons
§ 15-11-531Service of summons
§ 15-11-532Sanctions for failure to obey summons
§ 15-11-54Administration and expenses of juvenile courts
§ 15-11-540Motion for dismissal
§ 15-11-541Discovery procedures
§ 15-11-542Motion to compel discovery; limitations; sanctions
§ 15-11-543Notice of alibi defense
§ 15-11-544Continuing duty to disclose
§ 15-11-545Court discretion to order disclosure
§ 15-11-546Failure to comply with discovery request
§ 15-11-55Applicability of local laws
§ 15-11-56Simultaneous service by judges
§ 15-11-560Concurrent and original jurisdiction of superior court
§ 15-11-561Waiver of juvenile court jurisdiction and transfer to superior court
§ 15-11-562Transfer criteria; written report
§ 15-11-563Statements made at transfer hearing
§ 15-11-564Appeal of transfer order
§ 15-11-565Places authorized for detention of child before and after transfer order
§ 15-11-566Dismissal order upon transfer to superior court
§ 15-11-567Transfers to juvenile court
§ 15-11-57Commissioning of juvenile court judges; appointment of associate juvenile court judges
§ 15-11-58[Effective Until 7/1/2025] Council of Juvenile Court Judges; role; director
§ 15-11-58-d-1[Effective 7/1/2025] Council of Juvenile Court Judges; role; director; notifications
§ 15-11-580Admission or denial of the allegations of a petition
§ 15-11-581Standard of proof
§ 15-11-582Adjudication hearing; time limitations; findings
§ 15-11-59Educational seminars
§ 15-11-590Predisposition investigation and report
§ 15-11-6Computation of age
§ 15-11-60Associate juvenile court judges; qualifications
§ 15-11-600Disposition hearing; time limitations; findings; evidence
§ 15-11-601Disposition of delinquent act
§ 15-11-601-1Role of judiciary prior to placing child in custody of DFCS
§ 15-11-602Disposition of class A or class B designated felony act
§ 15-11-603Disposition of child adjudged to have committed delinquent act constituting AIDS transmitting crime; HIV testing; reports
§ 15-11-604Credit for time served
§ 15-11-605Probation management programs or secure probation sanctions programs; violations of probation programs
§ 15-11-606Order of disposition not conviction of crime
§ 15-11-607Duration of disposition orders
§ 15-11-608Probation revocation; procedure
§ 15-11-61Associate juvenile court traffic judges
§ 15-11-62Pro tempore juvenile court judges
§ 15-11-620Calculating time when child is delinquent and dependent
§ 15-11-621Periodic review hearings for delinquent children in foster care or committed to the Department of Juvenile Justice
§ 15-11-622Permanency planning requirements; reasons for failure to terminate parental rights
§ 15-11-623Permanency plan; hearing, notice, report, and findings of fact when a child is committed to the Department of Juvenile Justice
§ 15-11-63Clerks and other personnel
§ 15-11-630"Child" defined; juvenile traffic offenses; summons; hearings; penalties; transfers; providing information to Department of Driver Services
§ 15-11-64Collection of information by juvenile court clerks; reporting requirement; data collection
§ 15-11-64-1Georgia Juvenile Data Exchange; data elements; accessibility; annual report
§ 15-11-65Training requirements for juvenile court clerks
§ 15-11-650Purpose of article
§ 15-11-651Definitions
§ 15-11-652Stay of proceedings regarding child who may not be mentally competent to stand trial; appointment of attorney; tolling of time periods
§ 15-11-653Evaluation of a child's mental condition; procedures; written reports; additional evaluations
§ 15-11-654Transfer of proceedings
§ 15-11-655Mental competency hearing; burden of proof; notice; rights during hearing; procedure; findings
§ 15-11-656Disposition of incompetent child; competency remediation
§ 15-11-657Restoration to competency; remediation orders and reports
§ 15-11-658Disposition of a child found unrestorably incompetent to proceed
§ 15-11-659Court's duty when child found unrestorably incompetent to proceed
§ 15-11-66Appointment and salaries of probation and intake officers
§ 15-11-660Review hearings
§ 15-11-67Duties of probation or community supervision officers
§ 15-11-68Duties of juvenile court intake officers; training
§ 15-11-680Short title
§ 15-11-681Definitions
§ 15-11-682Parental notification of abortion; hearing; venue
§ 15-11-683Time and notice of hearing
§ 15-11-684Conduct of hearing; appeal
§ 15-11-685Applicability to nonresidents
§ 15-11-686Medical emergency
§ 15-11-687Immunity of health care provider acting in good faith
§ 15-11-688Penalty
§ 15-11-69Transfer of probation and intake services and employees to Department of Juvenile Justice
§ 15-11-7Court of inquiry
§ 15-11-70"Risk and needs assessment" defined; establishment of family treatment court division; procedures; fees; acceptance of grants or donations
§ 15-11-700Admission to hearings of general public and media
§ 15-11-701Sealing of files and records; hearings; limitations on disclosure; identity of victim
§ 15-11-702Children's fingerprints, photographs, and names
§ 15-11-703Use of disposition and evidence
§ 15-11-704Public inspection of court files and records; use in subsequent juvenile or criminal prosecution
§ 15-11-705Child in need of services records; penalty for disclosure
§ 15-11-706Records for cases handled through informal adjustment, mediation, or other nonadjudicatory procedure; penalty for disclosure
§ 15-11-707Notice to school superintendent
§ 15-11-708Separation of juvenile and adult records for law enforcement; inspection; limited fingerprint access
§ 15-11-709Preservation and destruction of records; computer retrieval
§ 15-11-71Juvenile treatment court divisions
§ 15-11-710Exchange of information
§ 15-11-720Conditions under which emancipation may occur
§ 15-11-721Petition requirements
§ 15-11-722Summons, answer, and time limitations
§ 15-11-723Appointment of attorney and guardian ad litem; affidavits of adults supporting emancipation
§ 15-11-724Standard of proof
§ 15-11-725Emancipation hearing; findings
§ 15-11-726Rescission of emancipation order
§ 15-11-727Rights of emancipated child; limitations of parental obligations
§ 15-11-728Duty to support; ability to marry
§ 15-11-740Short title; purpose
§ 15-11-741Definitions
§ 15-11-742Creation of the Office of Child Advocate for the Protection of Children; staff and personnel; contracts
§ 15-11-743Duties of advocate
§ 15-11-744Rights and powers of advocate; subpoena; judicial actions
§ 15-11-745Discrimination or retaliation prohibited against persons making complaints or providing information
§ 15-11-746Investigation of complaints
§ 15-11-747Child advocate advisory committee; membership; role of committee
§ 15-11-8Court of record
§ 15-11-9Authority to issue arrest warrants
§ 15-11a-1through 15-11A-9 - [Repealed]
§ 15-12-1Definitions
§ 15-12-1-1Exemptions from jury duty
§ 15-12-10Juror's failure to appear or unauthorized absence; contempt
§ 15-12-100Procedure for impaneling special grand jury; number of jurors; foreperson; powers of jury
§ 15-12-101Supervision of special grand jury; procedure for dissolution; additional investigation
§ 15-12-102Applicability of part
§ 15-12-11Appointment of jury clerk and other personnel; trial or grand juror questionnaires; construction with other laws
§ 15-12-12Power of chief judge of superior court to appoint a jury clerk and other necessary personnel; juror qualifications
§ 15-12-120[Repealed] [Reserved] Selection and summoning of trial jurors
§ 15-12-120-1Choosing of trial jurors
§ 15-12-121[Repealed] [Reserved] Procedure when judge fails to draw jurors
§ 15-12-122Demand of jury panels from which to select jury in civil actions in the state courts and the superior courts
§ 15-12-123Demand of jury panels in civil actions in the state courts
§ 15-12-124[Repealed] [Reserved] Tales jurors in civil actions
§ 15-12-124-1Insufficient number of persons to complete panel of trial jurors
§ 15-12-125Demand of jury panels for misdemeanor trials
§ 15-12-126[Repealed] [Reserved] Additional jurors in misdemeanor cases
§ 15-12-126-1Absence of panels of trial jurors in misdemeanor cases; choosing and summoning make-up panels
§ 15-12-127through 15-12-129 - Reserved
§ 15-12-129-1Prolonged session of court of record; choosing and summoning prospective jurors
§ 15-12-130[Repealed] [Reserved] When prospective jurors selected for service in superior courts may serve in other courts with concurrent jurisdiction
§ 15-12-130-1Competence and qualifications of prospective jurors in superior court to serve in other courts of concurrent jurisdiction; applicability
§ 15-12-131Examination of jurors in panels
§ 15-12-132Oath of jury on voir dire
§ 15-12-133Right to individual examination of panel; matters of inquiry
§ 15-12-134Challenge of juror in civil case for desire or expression of opinion as to which party should prevail; hearing
§ 15-12-135Disqualification for relationship to interested party
§ 15-12-136Competency of county residents when county is interested in case
§ 15-12-137Competency of resident of municipal corporation interested in case
§ 15-12-137-1Jury service by members of electric membership corporation
§ 15-12-138Oath of jury panel
§ 15-12-139Oath in criminal case
§ 15-12-140Oath of bailiffs
§ 15-12-141Jury deliberation rooms; furnishing food and beverages
§ 15-12-142Separation and confinement
§ 15-12-160[Repealed] [Reserved] Required panel of jurors in felony trial; summoning prospective jurors when necessary
§ 15-12-160-1Impanelling jurors for criminal trials; choosing and summoning prospective jurors if necessary to fill panel
§ 15-12-161Clerk to provide names of prospective jurors and identifying information to prosecutor and accused
§ 15-12-162Challenge to the array
§ 15-12-163Challenges for cause; hearing of evidence; when objection may be made
§ 15-12-164Questions on voir dire; setting aside juror for cause
§ 15-12-165Number of peremptory challenges
§ 15-12-166Jurors not challenged to be sworn
§ 15-12-167Time for challenge and hearing thereon
§ 15-12-168Authority to call alternate jurors
§ 15-12-169[Repealed] [Reserved] Manner of selecting alternate jurors
§ 15-12-169-1Choosing of alternate jurors; peremptory challenges
§ 15-12-170Oath and duties of alternate jurors; expense allowance
§ 15-12-171Discharge or separate custody of alternate jurors upon submission of verdict
§ 15-12-172Replacement of incapacitated jurors; effect of replacement
§ 15-12-2Legislators excused
§ 15-12-20through 15-12-24 - Reserved
§ 15-12-3Term of service on jury
§ 15-12-4Eligibility of person to serve as a trial or grand juror
§ 15-12-40Ineligibility to serve as trial juror
§ 15-12-40-1State-wide master jury list; driver's license information; list of registered voters; random list of persons to comprise venire
§ 15-12-40-2through 15-12-43 - Reserved
§ 15-12-43-1Review of county master jury list
§ 15-12-44[Repealed] [Reserved] Procedures on loss or destruction of jury box or jury list
§ 15-12-44-1Safeguarding of master jury lists; development of state-wide system to ensure preservation of jury data
§ 15-12-45[Repealed] [Reserved] Loss or destruction of precepts
§ 15-12-46Adjournment of term pending choosing of trial or grand jurors
§ 15-12-5Service at next term when term not held
§ 15-12-6Fees of special criminal bailiffs
§ 15-12-60Qualifications of grand jurors; impact of ineligibility
§ 15-12-61Number of grand jurors; votes necessary for indictment or presentment; alternate grand jurors; report on preceding grand jury by foreperson or clerk
§ 15-12-62[Repealed] [Reserved] Selection of grand jurors
§ 15-12-62-1Choosing of grand jurors
§ 15-12-63Concurrent grand juries
§ 15-12-64[Repealed] [Reserved] Procedure where judge has failed to draw grand jury
§ 15-12-65[Repealed] [Reserved] Service of summons; time limits
§ 15-12-65-1Mailing of summonses; failure to receive notice
§ 15-12-66Preliminary oath to be administered to grand jurors
§ 15-12-66-1Insufficient number of persons to complete panel of grand jurors
§ 15-12-67Appointment or election of foreman; oath of foreman and grand jurors
§ 15-12-68Oath of witnesses
§ 15-12-69Oath of bailiff attending grand jury
§ 15-12-7Compensation of court bailiffs and expense allowance for trial or grand jurors
§ 15-12-70Disqualification for relationship to interested party
§ 15-12-71Duties of grand jury
§ 15-12-72Disclosures of grand jurors in court
§ 15-12-73Exclusion of admissions and communications among grand jurors
§ 15-12-74Grand jury presentment of offenses; publication or filing of findings
§ 15-12-78Inspection of county jails; recommendations and presentments
§ 15-12-8Expense allowance when no grand jury impaneled
§ 15-12-80Publication of general presentments
§ 15-12-81Notice of upcoming appointment by grand jury
§ 15-12-82Change of venue in criminal grand jury investigation
§ 15-12-83Oath of court reporter attending grand jury proceeding; compensation; role and responsibilities
§ 15-12-9Expense allowance of persons who appear but are not sworn as trial or grand juror
§ 15-13-1Officers of court liability
§ 15-13-10Appointment of special officer to execute rule or order against sheriff or deputy
§ 15-13-11Rule absolute as lien on officer's property
§ 15-13-12Date of lien against officer's property
§ 15-13-13When officer may pay money over to plaintiff; claims; distribution by court; effect on notified parties
§ 15-13-14Punishment for improper return or failure to pay over money received
§ 15-13-2Liability of sheriffs to damage action or contempt
§ 15-13-3Demand for money collected; interest from date of demand; verified copy as evidence
§ 15-13-30Fees not generally charged to state; exceptions
§ 15-13-31Receipt for fees to be given; penalty
§ 15-13-32Penalty for excessive fees
§ 15-13-33Table of fees to be kept
§ 15-13-34Treble costs against plaintiffs
§ 15-13-35Demanding excessive costs; penalty
§ 15-13-36Restrictions on charging prosecuting attorneys fees for certified copies of records
§ 15-13-4Rule nisi; service
§ 15-13-5Verified answer; jury trial; disposition
§ 15-13-6When rule absolute granted without notice
§ 15-13-7Liability of magistrates and constables to rule nisi
§ 15-13-8Retired officers subject to court order
§ 15-13-9Deputy sheriff's liability; effect on sheriff
§ 15-14-1Power of superior court judges to appoint and remove; oath; duties
§ 15-14-2Power of city court judges to appoint; compensation
§ 15-14-20Short title
§ 15-14-21Purpose
§ 15-14-22Definitions
§ 15-14-23Judicial Council of Georgia as agency of judiciary for purposes of article
§ 15-14-24Board of Court Reporting of Judicial Council; creation; composition; term; vacancies; removal
§ 15-14-25Oath of office; filing; certificate of appointment
§ 15-14-26Chairperson; election; term; rules and regulations
§ 15-14-27Administrative work as duty of Administrative Office of the Courts; director to serve as secretary of board
§ 15-14-28Certificate required
§ 15-14-29Qualifications for certification; individuals with disabilities
§ 15-14-3Power of division judges to appoint and remove; oath; duties
§ 15-14-30Application for testing; fee; time of examinations; conduct and grading
§ 15-14-31Renewal of certificate; fee; automatic revocation of suspended certificate
§ 15-14-32Use of title or abbreviation
§ 15-14-33Refusing or revoking certificate or temporary permit or discipline of person; disciplinary actions; appeal; reinstatement; immunity for reporting; voluntary surrender or failure to renew; regulation
§ 15-14-34Temporary permits
§ 15-14-35Injunction against violations; remedy cumulative
§ 15-14-36Penalties for violations
§ 15-14-37Prohibition against certain contracts for court reporting services; applicability; registration; rules and regulations; fines
§ 15-14-4Additional court reporters; typists; equipment
§ 15-14-5Duty to transcribe; certificate
§ 15-14-6Contingent expense and travel allowance; notification of appointments and removals
§ 15-14-7Destruction of notes; how authorized; petition; grounds; notice; order
§ 15-15-1"Child support" defined
§ 15-15-2Office of Receiver of Child Support; establishment; appointment of receiver; term; removal; additional employees
§ 15-15-3Receiver's oath of office and bond; employees' bonds
§ 15-15-4Duties of child support receiver
§ 15-15-4-1Contempt action by child support receiver when payments not made in accordance with order
§ 15-15-5Fees and costs; disposition; records
§ 15-15-6Salaries
§ 15-15-7Office space; expenses
§ 15-16-1Qualification requirements for sheriff; exemptions
§ 15-16-10Duties; penalties; electronic storage
§ 15-16-11[Repealed] [Reserved] Disposition of books
§ 15-16-12Retention of newspapers
§ 15-16-13Law enforcement contracts with municipalities authorized; reimbursement to county
§ 15-16-14Administration of oaths
§ 15-16-15Entries and returns amendable
§ 15-16-16Entries and returns nunc pro tunc
§ 15-16-18Purchase at own sale not permitted
§ 15-16-19Fee system abolished; salary
§ 15-16-2Certain sureties ineligible
§ 15-16-20Minimum annual salary; increase; operating expenses
§ 15-16-20-1Additional salary for court coverage
§ 15-16-20-2Monthly contingent expense allowance for the operation of the sheriff's office
§ 15-16-21Fees for sheriff's services; disposition of fees
§ 15-16-22Mileage fees for service outside county
§ 15-16-23Appointment of deputy sheriffs; bond
§ 15-16-24Liability for misconduct of jailers
§ 15-16-25Liability for hire received
§ 15-16-26Investigation of charges against sheriff; suspension; additional investigations; assumption of sheriff's duties; indictment for felony
§ 15-16-27Deposit of cash bonds and reserves of professional bondspersons in interest-bearing accounts; disposition of interest
§ 15-16-28Creation of merit board; appeals from disciplinary actions
§ 15-16-3Basic training course; compensation and costs
§ 15-16-4Oath of office
§ 15-16-4-1Actions in violation of oath
§ 15-16-40Honorary office created; qualifications; certificate; effect
§ 15-16-5Required bond
§ 15-16-50Short title
§ 15-16-51Use of sheriff's office name
§ 15-16-52Definitions
§ 15-16-53Unauthorized use of sheriff's office name a violation
§ 15-16-54Symbol, seal, or badge of sheriff's office; unauthorized use
§ 15-16-55Requests to use sheriff's office symbols
§ 15-16-56Injunction to restrain violation
§ 15-16-57Civil penalty; attorney's fees
§ 15-16-58Damages recoverable for unauthorized use of symbols
§ 15-16-59Violation a felony; penalty
§ 15-16-6Examination and approval of bond
§ 15-16-7Recordation and filing of bond
§ 15-16-8How vacancies filled; failure to appoint; certification required
§ 15-16-9Sheriff's office
§ 15-18-1District attorney as successor to solicitor-general
§ 15-18-10Compensation of district attorneys; private practice of law prohibited
§ 15-18-10-1Annual accountability supplement; exception
§ 15-18-11Supplementation of compensation for services under Code Section 19-11-23
§ 15-18-12Travel expenses; provision of county vehicle; budget request for state funds
§ 15-18-13Payment of costs in appellate courts
§ 15-18-14Appointment of assistant district attorneys; qualifications; compensation
§ 15-18-14-1Investigators; qualifications; powers; compensation
§ 15-18-14-2Victim assistance coordinator
§ 15-18-15Chief assistant district attorney; powers and duties in district attorney's absence
§ 15-18-16Substitution of assistant on death or resignation of district attorney
§ 15-18-17Employment of administrative personnel generally
§ 15-18-18[Reserved] Alternate hiring procedure for secretaries
§ 15-18-19State paid personnel; salary schedules
§ 15-18-2Oath of office
§ 15-18-20Additional personnel as state employees
§ 15-18-20-1Additional personnel for district attorney's office
§ 15-18-21Qualifications of attorneys and investigators employed by district attorney
§ 15-18-22Use of third-year law students and law school staff instructors as legal assistants in criminal proceedings
§ 15-18-23Office expenses
§ 15-18-24Liability of district attorney; failure to comply as ground for impeachment
§ 15-18-25Fine for failure to attend courts
§ 15-18-26Taking money or thing of value in exchange for official actions; ground for impeachment
§ 15-18-27Allegation of indictable offense committed by district attorney or staff member; procedure if true bill found
§ 15-18-28Personnel positions continuation after April 11, 1990
§ 15-18-29Honorary office of district attorney emeritus
§ 15-18-3Qualifications
§ 15-18-30Temporary assistance of retired prosecuting attorney
§ 15-18-31Referrals to defensive driving programs
§ 15-18-32Prosecuting Attorneys Qualifications Commission; authority; membership; ex parte communications; governance; disciplinary actions; confidentiality; privileged nature
§ 15-18-4Effect of attachment of county of residence to different circuit
§ 15-18-4-1District attorney performing ordered military duty
§ 15-18-40Prosecuting Attorneys' Council established; purpose and functions
§ 15-18-41Composition of council; election and term of office; filling of vacancies; removal
§ 15-18-42Meetings; officers; reimbursement for expenses
§ 15-18-43Members not ineligible for office
§ 15-18-44Powers and duties; employees' bonds; audits
§ 15-18-45Authorization to conduct or approve training programs; requirements for designated special drug prosecutor
§ 15-18-46Prohibited activities
§ 15-18-47Qualifications, authority, and duties
§ 15-18-5Appointment of substitute for absent or disqualified district attorney
§ 15-18-6Duties of district attorney
§ 15-18-6-1Representation of state in juvenile court cases
§ 15-18-60Establishment of solicitor-general; term; vacancies; service by district attorney; multicounty service
§ 15-18-61Oath
§ 15-18-62Requirements
§ 15-18-63Part-time and full-time solicitors-general and employees; private practice of law
§ 15-18-64Leave of absence; ordered military duty
§ 15-18-65Disqualification; solicitor-general pro tempore
§ 15-18-66Duties; authority
§ 15-18-67Compensation
§ 15-18-68Reimbursement for expenses
§ 15-18-69Payment of costs and fees by state
§ 15-18-7Representation of state in criminal cases removed to federal court
§ 15-18-70Chief or acting assistant solicitor-general
§ 15-18-70-1Acting solicitor-general in the event of death or resignation
§ 15-18-71Additional personnel and employees
§ 15-18-72Qualifications of personnel
§ 15-18-73Offices, utilities, equipment, supplies, expenses, costs, materials
§ 15-18-74Liability; immunity from suit; liability insurance or contracts of indemnity
§ 15-18-80Policy and procedure
§ 15-18-81Court costs
§ 15-18-82Definition
§ 15-18-9Authority to enter nolle prosequi
§ 15-18-90Applicability of article
§ 15-18-91Creation of office of prosecuting attorney of municipal court; term; cooperative efforts
§ 15-18-92Criteria for appointment; consent
§ 15-18-93Oath of office
§ 15-18-94Employment status; additional duties
§ 15-18-95Disqualification or incapacity of prosecuting attorney; substitution
§ 15-18-96Authority of prosecuting attorney
§ 15-18-97Compensation for prosecuting attorney
§ 15-18-98Appointment of staff
§ 15-18-99Qualifications of prosecutors
§ 15-19-1Scope of admission to practice
§ 15-19-10Which of several counsel to be given preference in absence of client
§ 15-19-11Attorney's retainer; recovery for services rendered
§ 15-19-12Status of note or obligation given as fee when service not rendered; penalty for transfer
§ 15-19-13Right to fees in claim cases
§ 15-19-14Liens for services rendered; priority; modes of enforcement; other rights
§ 15-19-15Satisfaction of liens
§ 15-19-16Liability of attorneys
§ 15-19-17Effect of advice of counsel on client's liability; redress
§ 15-19-2Rules governing board of examiners; amount and disposition of examination fees
§ 15-19-3Rules governing examinations; time and place thereof
§ 15-19-30Establishment of unified state bar authorized
§ 15-19-31Adoption of rules for organization and government of State Bar
§ 15-19-32Option of jury trial prior to final order or disbarment
§ 15-19-33Procedure for adoption of rules
§ 15-19-34Amendment of rules
§ 15-19-4Duties of attorneys
§ 15-19-5Authority of attorney to bind client
§ 15-19-50"Practice of law" defined
§ 15-19-51Unauthorized practice of law forbidden
§ 15-19-52Lawful acts by parties involved; financial services advice; legal instruments; title papers
§ 15-19-53Examination and abstract of titles; title insurance; employment of attorneys
§ 15-19-54Furnishing of information or clerical services to attorneys permitted
§ 15-19-55Certain solicitation prohibited
§ 15-19-56Penalty for prohibited conduct
§ 15-19-57Investigation of unauthorized practice of law
§ 15-19-58Injunctive relief; venue; procedure; other remedies not curtailed
§ 15-19-59Authorized actions by brokers, associates, and salepersons
§ 15-19-6Handling client's funds
§ 15-19-60Consumer action for damages for violations
§ 15-19-7Proof of authority
§ 15-19-8Relief from acts of unauthorized attorney
§ 15-19-9Unauthorized appearance as contempt; penalty
§ 15-2-1One supreme judicial district
§ 15-2-1-1Number of Justices
§ 15-2-10Procedure for increasing the number of Supreme Court Justices
§ 15-2-11through 15-2-15 - [Reserved]
§ 15-2-16Reversal and affirmance; minutes and reports to show concurrences and dissents
§ 15-2-17Rules for regulating Supreme Court's proceedings
§ 15-2-18Power to prescribe and revise rules of practice and procedure in courts of state; ratification by General Assembly; assistance of bar committee
§ 15-2-19Law assistants
§ 15-2-2When Justice providentially prevented from attending
§ 15-2-20Officers of court
§ 15-2-21Employment and salaries of court staff
§ 15-2-22Sheriff of Supreme Court
§ 15-2-24Compensation of officers and employees
§ 15-2-25Books, supplies, and services
§ 15-2-3Oath of Justices; compensation
§ 15-2-4Place of sessions; terms of court
§ 15-2-40Term of office; oath
§ 15-2-41Deputy clerks
§ 15-2-42Employees in clerk's office
§ 15-2-43Duties of clerk
§ 15-2-44How costs taxed; notice of appeal and transcript not recorded
§ 15-2-45Compensation; disposition of fees
§ 15-2-46Disposition of costs
§ 15-2-47Attorneys liable for costs
§ 15-2-5Place of hearing oral argument
§ 15-2-6Duty of Justices to attend; quorum; adjournment
§ 15-2-7Adjournment for providential cause
§ 15-2-8Powers of court generally
§ 15-2-9Answers to questions certified by federal courts
§ 15-20-1Short title
§ 15-20-2Declaration of purpose
§ 15-20-3Definitions
§ 15-20-4Application to establish legal aid agency; separate application for each county
§ 15-20-5Showing required
§ 15-20-6Entry of order; continuing jurisdiction of superior court judge
§ 15-20-7Malpractice insurance
§ 15-20-8Participants in legal aid; certification by dean; oath
§ 15-20-9Filing of dean's certificate; duration of authority to practice legal aid; termination of authority
§ 15-21-1Time of payment of fines
§ 15-21-10Procedure for filing and payment of claims of officers of court when indictment found not true, defendant acquitted, or persons unable to pay
§ 15-21-100Imposition of additional penalty for certain offenses
§ 15-21-101Collection of fines and authorized expenditures of funds from County Drug Abuse Treatment and Education Fund
§ 15-21-11Priorities for distribution of fines and forfeitures generally
§ 15-21-110Constitutional authority for enactment of article
§ 15-21-111Legislative intent
§ 15-21-112Additional penalty for violation of Code Section 40-6-391
§ 15-21-113Assessment and collection of penalty; payment to Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority; quarterly reports and accounting
§ 15-21-115Failure or refusal to remit sums due
§ 15-21-12Contract for collection of moneys owed court
§ 15-21-13Priority of payment of claims for fees of solicitors of city courts, sheriffs, clerks, and district attorneys
§ 15-21-130Legislative intent
§ 15-21-131Imposition of additional fines
§ 15-21-132Assessment and collection of additional sums; reporting; certification of victim assistance programs
§ 15-21-134Refusal to pay sums as provided in this article
§ 15-21-140Authorization of additional penalty assessments for violations involving driving under the influence
§ 15-21-141Definitions
§ 15-21-142Fund established
§ 15-21-143Appointment of members and personnel; agencies
§ 15-21-144Expense allowance and travel reimbursement of members of the fund
§ 15-21-145Duties of the commission
§ 15-21-146Recommendations of changes in state programs, statutes, policies, and budgets; standardization of care
§ 15-21-147Acceptance of federal funds; disposition
§ 15-21-148Creation of the Brain and Spinal Injury Trust Fund
§ 15-21-149Fines; penalties
§ 15-21-150Collection of fines; disposition of moneys collected
§ 15-21-151Additional fine for reckless driving; disposition
§ 15-21-152Duty to collect; misdemeanor
§ 15-21-170Short title
§ 15-21-171Definitions
§ 15-21-172Georgia Driver's Education Commission established
§ 15-21-173Members; terms; appointment; vacancies; chairperson and other officers; employees
§ 15-21-174Commission members' expenses
§ 15-21-175Powers and duties generally
§ 15-21-176Commission recommendations to Governor and General Assembly
§ 15-21-177Commission acceptance of federal funds, gifts and donations
§ 15-21-178Commission disbursement of funds for driver education and training
§ 15-21-179Additional penalty assessed for violations of traffic laws or ordinances
§ 15-21-180Disposition of funds from additional penalties
§ 15-21-181Report of funds received from additional penalties; annual reporting requirement; funds made available to Driver's Education Commission
§ 15-21-2Payment into county treasury of fines and bond forfeitures
§ 15-21-200Authority
§ 15-21-201Definitions
§ 15-21-202Commission established; fund creation; disbursement of proceeds
§ 15-21-203Commission membership; administration
§ 15-21-204Compensation
§ 15-21-205Commission meetings and responsibilities
§ 15-21-206Recommendations authorized
§ 15-21-207Funding sources
§ 15-21-208Financial penalty; collection
§ 15-21-209[Effective until 7/1/2026] State operation assessment against adult entertainment establishments; determination of obligation; use of funds; administration
§ 15-21-209-d-1[Effective 7/1/2026] State operation assessment against adult entertainment establishments; determination of obligation; use of funds; administration
§ 15-21-3Maintenance of moneys from fines and bond forfeitures in county treasury
§ 15-21-4Distribution of fines and bond forfeitures generally; liability of the clerk of the court as to distribution
§ 15-21-5Procedure for filing and payment of claims of officers of court when defendant acquitted or person liable is insolvent generally
§ 15-21-50Limitation period for claims against fine and bond forfeiture fund for payment of costs or fees; extension of limitation period
§ 15-21-51Procedure for extension of limitation period
§ 15-21-52Payment into county treasury of funds received as part of fine and bond forfeiture fund
§ 15-21-53Persons deemed county treasurers for purposes of article
§ 15-21-54Creation of claim for benefit of county against fine and bond forfeiture fund; priority of payment; rights of county to enforcement
§ 15-21-55Disposition of funds remaining after claims against fine and bond forfeiture fund paid or barred by limitation
§ 15-21-56Proceedings by persons claiming interest in fine and bond forfeiture fund
§ 15-21-57Effect of article upon duty of prosecuting officers and county treasurers relating to accounting for fines and bond forfeitures
§ 15-21-58Effect of article upon Acts pertaining to courts in particular counties or cities
§ 15-21-7Report by county treasurer to grand jury as to fines and bond forfeitures received and disbursed; compensation of treasurer; effect of Code section upon local laws
§ 15-21-70Short title
§ 15-21-71Implementation of constitutional provision
§ 15-21-72Legislative intent
§ 15-21-73Penalty to be imposed in certain criminal and quasi-criminal and traffic cases and upon violation of bond
§ 15-21-74Assessment and collection of penalties; transfer of payments to Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority; quarterly accounting
§ 15-21-77Appropriations for law enforcement or prosecutorial officers' training
§ 15-21-8Applicability and effect of Code Sections 15-21-2 through 15-21-7
§ 15-21-9Lien of officers for payment of insolvent costs
§ 15-21-90Short title
§ 15-21-91Implementation of constitutional provision
§ 15-21-92Adoption of county resolution required; contracts between county and municipality after January 1, 1990
§ 15-21-93Imposition of additional penalty in fine cases; additional sum required when posting bail or bond
§ 15-21-94Assessment and collection of sums; deposit into county jail fund; failure to remit sums
§ 15-21-95Expenditure of moneys
§ 15-21a-1Legislative findings and intent
§ 15-21a-2"Authority" defined
§ 15-21a-3Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority as custodial trustee
§ 15-21a-4Procedure for reporting and remittance of funds
§ 15-21a-5Retention of funds by authority; remittance to general fund of state treasury; accumulation of interest
§ 15-21a-6Additional filing fees; application fee for indigent defense services; remittance of funds
§ 15-21a-6-1Judicial operations fund fee; collection and reporting procedure
§ 15-21a-6-2Exemption from judicial operations fund fee; collection and reporting procedures
§ 15-21a-7Rules, regulations, reporting, and accounting; priority of distributions
§ 15-21a-8Penalty for failure to remit funds
§ 15-22-1through 15-22-5 - Reserved
§ 15-23-1Short title
§ 15-23-10Determination of need as prerequisite to establishment of program
§ 15-23-11Compensation of nonvolunteer neutrals by the parties
§ 15-23-12Contracting by boards of several counties to combine funds; secretary-treasurer for combined fund; chairperson
§ 15-23-2Definitions
§ 15-23-3Board of Trustees of County Fund for the Administration of Alternative Dispute Resolution Programs
§ 15-23-4Secretary-treasurers of boards; creation of office; duties
§ 15-23-5Secretary-treasurers of boards; surety bonds
§ 15-23-6Powers and duties of boards
§ 15-23-7Additional costs in civil actions for purposes of providing court-connected or court-referred alternative dispute resolution programs
§ 15-23-8Funds deposited into special account; expenditure and investment; audits
§ 15-23-9Acceptance of things of value by board for holding or investment on behalf of program
§ 15-24-1Definitions
§ 15-24-2Establishment of sexual assault protocol and committee; representatives to committee; annual meeting, review, and reporting
§ 15-25-1Scope of personal identification cards
§ 15-25-2Issuance; security of cards; required information; valid period; acceptance by other agencies
§ 15-25-3Fee; replacement cards
§ 15-3-1Composition; divisions; how case is heard; decisions as precedent; oral arguments; assistance of other judges
§ 15-3-10Employment and salaries of staff
§ 15-3-11Appointment of deputy clerk and employees by clerk of court
§ 15-3-12Books, supplies, and services
§ 15-3-13Voluntary preappeal settlement conference procedure
§ 15-3-2Terms of court
§ 15-3-3Jurisdiction over certain crimes
§ 15-3-3-1Appellate jurisdiction of Court of Appeals
§ 15-3-4Election and term of office of Judges of Court of Appeals
§ 15-3-5Oath of Judges; compensation
§ 15-3-6Compensation of officers and employees
§ 15-3-7Disposition of fees
§ 15-3-9Law assistants
§ 15-3a-1Definitions
§ 15-3a-2Creation of offices; eligibility; application; appointment
§ 15-3a-3Powers
§ 15-3a-4Travel, per diem, and pay allowances
§ 15-3a-5Basis for resignation
§ 15-3a-6Applicability
§ 15-4-1Term of office; oaths
§ 15-4-2Duties
§ 15-4-3Publication of synopsis in lieu of entire decision
§ 15-4-4Assistant reporter
§ 15-4-5Compensation
§ 15-4-6Employment and salaries of staff
§ 15-5-1Short title
§ 15-5-100Creation of Georgia Council of Court Administrators
§ 15-5-110[Effective 7/1/2025] Definitions
§ 15-5-111[Effective 7/1/2025] Duties of Administrative Office of the Courts in protecting judicial personally identifiable information
§ 15-5-112[Effective 7/1/2025] Restriction of public access; enforcement
§ 15-5-2Judicial administration districts
§ 15-5-20Judicial Council of Georgia; powers and duties; membership
§ 15-5-21Promulgation of rules for transcripts and court reporters' fees
§ 15-5-21-1Development and utilization of uniform misdemeanor citation and complaint form
§ 15-5-22Administrative Office of the Courts
§ 15-5-23Director of Administrative Office of the Courts
§ 15-5-24Duties of Administrative Office of the Courts
§ 15-5-24-1Criminal Case Data Exchange Board; membership; role
§ 15-5-25Effect of article on authority of courts
§ 15-5-26Proposals for pilot programs involving nonuniform courts
§ 15-5-3District councils created
§ 15-5-4Election of district administrative judge; term; removal
§ 15-5-40Letter-sized paper to be accepted
§ 15-5-5Duties of district administrative judge
§ 15-5-50Minimum amount for refund
§ 15-5-6Administrative assistant; duties; compensation
§ 15-5-60Contract for administrative functions, services, and equipment
§ 15-5-80Definitions
§ 15-5-80-1Georgia Courts Automation Commission
§ 15-5-81Advisory council to commission
§ 15-5-82Authority of commission; appointment of committees
§ 15-5-83Commission assigned to Supreme Court; authority to receive and expend appropriations
§ 15-5a-1Establishment
§ 15-5a-10Authority to make rules and revisions; creation of panel for revisions; guidelines for acceptance of cases; required rules
§ 15-5a-11Clerk; appointment; term; compensation
§ 15-5a-12Location of offices; designation of electronic filing system
§ 15-5a-13Appointment of law assistants; role
§ 15-5a-14Employment and compensation of other personnel
§ 15-5a-15Purchasing of supplies
§ 15-5a-16Assignment for budgetary and administrative purposes
§ 15-5a-2Terms of court; location; presiding judge; venue; transferring of case
§ 15-5a-3Authority of court
§ 15-5a-4Process for bringing a claim before court; filings
§ 15-5a-5Filing fees; fees submitted to state treasury
§ 15-5a-6Number of judges and divisions; operational date; qualifications for judge
§ 15-5a-7Appointment of judges; initial appointment and term; service area
§ 15-5a-8Judicial oath and supplemental oath
§ 15-5a-9Salary and compensation of judges
§ 15-5b-1[See Note] Short title
§ 15-5b-10[See Note] Court budget
§ 15-5b-11[See Note] Jurisdiction
§ 15-5b-12[See Note] Proceedings; filing procedures; service; scheduling
§ 15-5b-13[See Note] Filing petition with court operates as stay of enforcement or collection action
§ 15-5b-14[See Note] Fees
§ 15-5b-15[See Note] Conduct of proceedings
§ 15-5b-16[See Note] Conduct of trials
§ 15-5b-17[See Note] Court judgments and orders; confidentiality
§ 15-5b-18[See Note] Small claims division of the court
§ 15-5b-19[See Note] Rulemaking authority
§ 15-5b-2[See Note] Definitions
§ 15-5b-20[See Note] Declaratory judgments; interlocutory order; award of fees; exclusion of orders
§ 15-5b-3[See Note] Court seal
§ 15-5b-4[See Note] Chief court judge
§ 15-5b-5[See Note] Eligibility for judgeship; oath of office; limitations
§ 15-5b-6[See Note] Terms of court; place for court; disqualification of judges
§ 15-5b-7[See Note] Location of office; electronic filing system
§ 15-5b-8[See Note] Law assistants; appointment; duties
§ 15-5b-9[See Note] Court staff and salaries
§ 15-6-1Composition of judicial circuits
§ 15-6-10Discharge of duties
§ 15-6-100Clerk's expenditure of funds
§ 15-6-11Electronic filings of pleadings and documents; electronic payments and remittances; access; public disclosure
§ 15-6-11-1Superior court judges performing ordered military duty
§ 15-6-12Judges' jurisdiction coextensive with limits of state; authority when serving in other circuits
§ 15-6-13Disqualified judge to procure replacement; failure as ground of impeachment
§ 15-6-14Selection of replacement judge when disqualified judge fails to act
§ 15-6-15Assignment by Governor of alternate for disabled judge; duty of judge assigned
§ 15-6-16Authority of superior court judges
§ 15-6-17Time and place of holding court generally; habeas corpus and other nonjury proceedings; satellite courthouses
§ 15-6-18Alternative locations; conditions and limitations; force and effect as if done at regular courthouse
§ 15-6-19Length of terms of courts
§ 15-6-2Number of judges
§ 15-6-20Special terms
§ 15-6-21Time for deciding motions; filing and notification; noncompliance as ground for impeachment
§ 15-6-22Adjournments
§ 15-6-23Signing documents in any county in circuit
§ 15-6-24Payment of court's contingent expenses
§ 15-6-25Employment of secretary authorized
§ 15-6-27Procedure for hiring personnel employed by superior court judges; local supplements
§ 15-6-28Law assistants and court administrators for judicial circuits; circuits having institutions for carrying out death sentences
§ 15-6-29Salary of judges
§ 15-6-29-1Accountability court supplement; limitation
§ 15-6-3Terms of court
§ 15-6-30Travel expenses
§ 15-6-31Transfer of administrative functions
§ 15-6-32Expenses for attendance at educational programs
§ 15-6-33Convention for recommending rules
§ 15-6-34[Effective Until 7/1/2025] Creation of The Council of Superior Court Judges of Georgia; composition; purpose; expenses; acceptance and publication of uniform standards
§ 15-6-34-d-1[Effective 7/1/2025] Creation of The Council of Superior Court Judges of Georgia; composition; purpose; expenses; acceptance and publication of uniform standards; notifications
§ 15-6-35Selection of bailiffs by sheriff; appointment of additional bailiffs
§ 15-6-36Notice of student's felony conviction to school superintendent
§ 15-6-4Qualifications of judges
§ 15-6-4-1Election of judges
§ 15-6-5Restrictions on practice of law
§ 15-6-50Clerk's term of office; qualifications; training requirements; appointment of clerk pro tempore during training
§ 15-6-50-1Superior Court Clerks Training Council
§ 15-6-50-2The Council of Superior Court Clerks of Georgia
§ 15-6-50-3[Repealed] Criminal Case Data Exchange Board created; membership; operation; role; public access
§ 15-6-51Eligibility to serve as other court clerk
§ 15-6-52Practice of law restricted
§ 15-6-53Appointment of clerk; actions by interim clerk; special elections
§ 15-6-54[Repealed] Appointment by probate judge pending filling of vacancy; duration of appointment
§ 15-6-55Emergency service by probate court judge; appointment of interim deputy clerk
§ 15-6-56[Repealed] [Reserved] Election to fill vacancy; term of office; filling of vacancies in counties with chief deputy clerk
§ 15-6-57Election to break tie
§ 15-6-58Oath of office
§ 15-6-59Bond; appointment of deputies
§ 15-6-6Oath of judges
§ 15-6-60Powers of clerks
§ 15-6-60-1Location of retained records; request for access to records; contracting for retention; online access
§ 15-6-61Duties of clerks generally; computerized record-keeping system
§ 15-6-62Additional clerk duties
§ 15-6-62-1Back-up records
§ 15-6-63Obtaining of names of grantors and grantees prior to recordation of title transfer
§ 15-6-65Entry of civil cases on dockets; order for trial
§ 15-6-66Grantor-grantee index
§ 15-6-67Recordation of plats and condominium plans; specifications
§ 15-6-68Public access to maps, plats, and plans
§ 15-6-69Effect of map and plat recordation requirements
§ 15-6-7Effect of attachment of county to different judicial circuit
§ 15-6-70Recordation of bankruptcy petition, decree, or order; fees
§ 15-6-72Recordation and index of military service records; confidentiality
§ 15-6-73Destruction of obsolete records
§ 15-6-74Preservation of newspapers containing advertisements
§ 15-6-76-1Investing or depositing funds; depositing funds paid into court registry
§ 15-6-77Fees; construction of other fee provisions
§ 15-6-77-1[Repealed] Additional fees in counties with populations of 550,000 or more; disposition of such fees
§ 15-6-77-2[Repealed] Costs for clerk's services in counties with populations of 640,000 or more; time for payment of costs; disposition of such costs
§ 15-6-77-3[Repealed] Additional fees in counties with populations in unincorporated areas of 350,000 or more
§ 15-6-77-4Additional divorce case filing fee for Children's Trust Fund
§ 15-6-78Veterans not to be charged for recordation of discharge certificates
§ 15-6-79[Repealed] [Reserved] Payment of unpaid costs in felony cases
§ 15-6-8Jurisdiction and powers of superior courts
§ 15-6-80Payment of transcript costs to clerk before transmittal
§ 15-6-81Failure to perform duty punishable as contempt
§ 15-6-82Governor ordering investigation of clerk of court; suspension of clerk
§ 15-6-83Clerk's liability
§ 15-6-84Clerk's liability after retirement
§ 15-6-86Location of clerk's office in place other than courthouse; storage of archival or inactive records in different location; county documents exception
§ 15-6-87Furnishing of fixtures, supplies, and equipment to clerk
§ 15-6-87-1[Repealed] Participation in state-wide county computerized information network; authorized fees
§ 15-6-88Minimum annual salary schedule
§ 15-6-88-1[Repealed] [Reserved] Adjustment of schedule for certain counties containing federal land
§ 15-6-88-2Monthly contingent expense allowance schedule for the clerk's office
§ 15-6-89Additional remuneration for certain services
§ 15-6-9Authority of judges generally
§ 15-6-90Longevity increases; operational expenses; local laws
§ 15-6-91Effect of salary provisions on local legislation
§ 15-6-92[Repealed] [Reserved] Continuation of fee system
§ 15-6-93Office hours
§ 15-6-94Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority
§ 15-6-95Priorities of distribution of fines, bond forfeitures, surcharges, additional fees, and costs in cases of partial payments into the court