Georgia Statutes
§ 51-12-6 — Damages for injury to peace, happiness, or feelings
Georgia·Title 51
In a tort action in which the entire injury is to the peace, happiness, or feelings of the plaintiff, no measure of damages can be prescribed except the enlightened consciences of impartial jurors. In such an action, punitive damages under Code Section 51-12-5 or Code Section 51-12-5.1 shall not be awarded.
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