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§ 31-7-96 — Construction of article

Georgia § 31-7-96
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O.C.G.A. § 31-7-96 (2026).

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This article, being necessary for the welfare of the citizens of the state, shall be liberally construed to effect the purposes hereof; and insofar as this article may be inconsistent with any other law, whether by charter of any political subdivision of the state or otherwise, this article shall be controlling.

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