History. Code 1933, § 26-2705, enacted by Ga. L. 1968, p. 1249, § 1; Ga. L. 1970, p. 236, § 8.
Cross references.
Constitutional guarantee of free speech and press, Ga. Const. 1983, Art. I, Sec. I, Para. V.
Law reviews.
For note discussing organized crime in Georgia with respect to the application of state gambling laws, and suggesting proposals for combatting organized crime, see 7 Ga. St. B.J. 124 (1970).
Structure Georgia Code
Title 16 - Crimes and Offenses
Chapter 12 - Offenses Against Public Health and Morals
Article 2 - Gambling and Related Offenses
§ 16-12-22. Commercial Gambling
§ 16-12-22.1. Raffles Operated by Nonprofit, Tax-Exempt Organizations
§ 16-12-23. Keeping a Gambling Place
§ 16-12-25. Solicitation of Another to Gamble With Intent to Defraud or Deceive
§ 16-12-26. Advertising Commercial Gambling
§ 16-12-27. Advertisement or Solicitation for Participation in Lotteries
§ 16-12-28. Communicating Gambling Information
§ 16-12-29. Competent Witnesses
§ 16-12-33. Bribery of a Contestant
§ 16-12-35. Applicability of Part; Penalty for Violation
§ 16-12-36. Lawful Promotional and Giveaway Contests
§ 16-12-38. Pyramid Promotional Schemes; Exceptions; Penalties