The provisions of this chapter, so far as they are the same as those of existing laws, are intended as a continuation of such laws and not as new enactments. The repeal by this chapter of any Act of the General Assembly, or part thereof, shall not revive any Act, or part thereof, heretofore repealed or superseded. This chapter shall not affect any act done, liability or penalty incurred, or right accrued or vested prior to the taking effect of this chapter; nor shall this chapter affect any actions or prosecution then pending, or to be instituted, to enforce any right or penalty then accrued or to punish any offense theretofore committed.
History. Code 1981, § 21-5-10 , enacted by Ga. L. 1987, p. 297, § 8.
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 5 - Government Transparency and Campaign Finance
Article 1 - General Provisions
§ 21-5-2. Declaration of Policy
§ 21-5-6. Powers and Duties of the Commission
§ 21-5-7. Initiation of Complaints
§ 21-5-9.1. Prerequisite to Seeking Election or Reelection to General Assembly
§ 21-5-10. Chapter as Continuation of Laws; Effect of Enactment
§ 21-5-11. Acceptance by Public Officers of Monetary Fees or Honoraria
§ 21-5-12. Connected Organizations
§ 21-5-13. Limitation of Actions
§ 21-5-14. E-Mail Address Reporting Requirements; Exceptions