Upon the dismissal of a prisoner action or upon the entry of judgment in favor of the responding party, the court shall make a finding as to whether the prisoner’s action was frivolous. The court may award reasonable costs and attorney’s fees to defendants or respondents if the court finds that:
History. Code 1981, § 42-12-6 , enacted by Ga. L. 1996, p. 400, § 1.
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 12 - Prison Litigation Reform
§ 42-12-2. Legislative Findings and Determinations
§ 42-12-4. Payment From Prisoner’s Inmate Account for Costs and Fees of Action Commenced by Prisoner
§ 42-12-5. In Forma Pauperis Procedure; Contents and Service of Affidavit; Judicial Determinations
§ 42-12-6. Determination as to Whether Prisoner’s Action Frivolous
§ 42-12-7. Deductions From Prisoner’s Accounts; Payment of Costs and Fees as Condition of Parole
§ 42-12-7.1. Payment of Fees From Prisoner’s Inmate Account Upon Filing of Habeas Corpus Petition