Whenever an investigation has been conducted by the Attorney General under this article and such investigation reveals conduct which constitutes a criminal offense, the Attorney General shall have the authority to prosecute such cases or forward the results of such investigation to any other prosecuting attorney of this state who shall commence any criminal prosecution that he or she deems appropriate.
History. Code 1981, § 16-9-131 , enacted by Ga. L. 2002, p. 551, § 2; Ga. L. 2015, p. 1088, § 17/SB 148.
Structure Georgia Code
Title 16 - Crimes and Offenses
Chapter 9 - Forgery and Fraudulent Practices
§ 16-9-121. Elements of Offense
§ 16-9-121.1. Offense of Aggravated Identity Fraud
§ 16-9-122. Attempting or Conspiring to Commit Offense; Penalty
§ 16-9-125.1. Victim’s Right to File Report
§ 16-9-126. Penalty for Violations
§ 16-9-127. Authority of Attorney General
§ 16-9-129. Actual and Punitive Damages Available to Business Victim