Georgia Statutes

§ 51-1-16 — Right of action for seduction of daughter; exemplary damages

Georgia § 51-1-16

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O.C.G.A. § 51-1-16 (2026).

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The seduction of a daughter, unmarried and living with her parent, whether followed by pregnancy or not, shall give a right of action to the father or to the mother if the father is dead, or absent permanently, or refuses to bring an action. No loss of services need be alleged or proved. The seduction is the gist of the action, and in well-defined cases exemplary damages shall be granted.

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