Any person who knowingly fails to comply with the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor of a high and aggravated nature and, upon conviction, shall pay a fine of not more than $5,000.00 for each grave site disturbed; provided, however, that any person who knowingly violates the provisions of Code Section 36-72-4 shall be guilty of a misdemeanor of a high and aggravated nature and, upon conviction, shall be incarcerated for not more than six months and shall pay a fine not less than $5,000.00 for each grave site disturbed.
History. Code 1981, § 36-72-16 , enacted by Ga. L. 1991, p. 924, § 3.
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 72 - Abandoned Cemeteries and Burial Grounds
§ 36-72-1. Legislative Findings and Intent
§ 36-72-3. Authority of Counties and Municipalities to Preserve Abandoned Cemeteries
§ 36-72-4. Permit Required for Developing Land on Which Cemetery Located
§ 36-72-5. Application for Permit
§ 36-72-8. Issues Considered in Decision on Application for Permit
§ 36-72-11. Appeal of Decision on Application for Permit
§ 36-72-12. Development Activities Pending Appeal
§ 36-72-13. Inspection to Ensure Applicant’s Compliance
§ 36-72-15. Disinterment and Disposition of Human Remains or Burial Objects