History. Code 1981, § 14-2-623 , enacted by Ga. L. 1988, p. 1070, § 1; Ga. L. 1997, p. 1165, § 2.
Law reviews.
For note discussing effect of Georgia law on dividend restrictions, see 24 Ga. B. J. 254 (1961).
For article discussing the payment of dividends to shareholders, see 3 Ga. L. Rev. 11 (1968).
For article discussing “earned” surplus and “capital” surplus concepts under Georgia Business Corporation Code, see 3 Ga. L. Rev. 11 (1968).
For article discussing the statute of limitations applicable to shareholders’ rights to unclaimed dividends and distributions, see 3 Ga. L. Rev. 11 (1968).
For article discussing treasury shares and restrictions placed upon their use by the corporation, see 3 Ga. L. Rev. 11 (1968).
Structure Georgia Code
Title 14 - Corporations, Partnerships, and Associations
Chapter 2 - Business Corporations
Article 6 - Shares and Distributions
§ 14-2-620. Subscription for Shares Before Incorporation
§ 14-2-621. Issuance of Shares
§ 14-2-622. Liability of Shareholders
§ 14-2-625. Form and Content of Certificates
§ 14-2-626. Shares Without Certificates
§ 14-2-627. Restriction on Transfer of Shares and Other Securities