Georgia Statutes

§ 46-9-40 — Duty of common carriers to receive goods

Georgia § 46-9-40

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O.C.G.A. § 46-9-40 (2026).

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A person holding himself out to the public as a common carrier is bound to receive all goods offered to him that he is able and accustomed to carry, upon compliance with such reasonable regulations as he may adopt for his own safety and the benefit of the public.

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