History. Orig. Code 1863, § 331; Code 1868, § 392; Code 1873, § 356; Code 1882, § 356; Penal Code 1895, § 1120; Penal Code 1910, § 1149; Code 1933, § 77-101; Ga. L. 1988, p. 266, § 1.
Cross references.
Sheriffs generally, T. 15, C. 16.
Structure Georgia Code
Article 1 - General Provisions
§ 42-4-1. Appointment of County and Municipal Jailers
§ 42-4-2. Oath and Bond of Jailers
§ 42-4-3. When Coroner to Act as Keeper of Jail
§ 42-4-7. Maintenance of Inmate Record by Sheriff; Earned Time Allowances
§ 42-4-9. Conditions for Receipt of Federal Prisoners
§ 42-4-10. Receipt of Additional Federal Prisoners After Initial Acceptance
§ 42-4-11. Procedure for Transfer of Person in Custody Upon Change of Venue
§ 42-4-12. Penalty for Refusal by Officer to Receive Persons Charged With or Guilty of Offense
§ 42-4-13. Possession of Drugs, Weapons, Alcohol, or Tobacco Products by Inmates