(c.1) (1) In addition to the alternatives provided in subsections (a), (b), and (c) of this Code section, the governing authority of a county may employ marshals to perform the duties of constables.
(2) No person employed or appointed as a marshal pursuant to paragraph (1) of this subsection shall exercise any of the powers or authority which are by law vested in the office of sheriff or any other peace officer, including the power of arrest, except as may be authorized by law.
(3) Any person employed or appointed as a marshal pursuant to paragraph (1) of this subsection shall meet the requirements of Chapter 8 of Title 35.
History. Code 1981, § 15-10-100 , enacted by Ga. L. 1983, p. 884, § 2-1; Ga. L. 1991, p. 1155, § 1.
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 10 - Magistrate Courts
Article 6 - Constables, Clerk, and Other Court Personnel
§ 15-10-100. Appointment of Constables; Compensation; Chief Constable
§ 15-10-101. Eligibility of Constables
§ 15-10-102. Powers and Duties of Constables
§ 15-10-103. Constables’ Power to Arrest
§ 15-10-104. Exemption of Constables From Peace Officer Training and Employment Laws
§ 15-10-105. Selection of Clerk; Compensation; Eligibility
§ 15-10-105.1. Powers and Duties of Clerk
§ 15-10-105.2. Monthly Contingent Expense Allowance for the Operation of the Magistrate Court
§ 15-10-106. Appointment of Other Court Personnel; Compensation