In recognition of the doctrine contained in the Constitution of this state requiring the three branches of government to be separate, it is declared to be the policy of the General Assembly that the duties, powers, and functions of the State Board of Pardons and Paroles are executive in character and that, in the performance of its duties under this chapter, no other body is authorized to usurp or substitute its functions for the functions imposed by this chapter upon the board.
History. Ga. L. 1953, Nov.-Dec. Sess., p. 210, § 2; Ga. L. 1985, p. 149, § 42.
Cross references.
Composition and powers of State Board of Pardons and Paroles, Ga. Const. 1983, Art. IV, Sec. II, Paras. I, II.
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 9 - Pardons and Paroles
Article 1 - General Provisions
§ 42-9-1. Declaration of Legislative Policy
§ 42-9-4. Appointments to Board When Senate Not in Session
§ 42-9-5. Compensation of Board Members
§ 42-9-9. Board Employees; “Disability” Defined; Awarding of Badges
§ 42-9-10. Legal Adviser of Board
§ 42-9-11. Office Quarters for Board; Supplies and Equipment
§ 42-9-13. Reinstatement of Incapacitated Member Upon Recovery
§ 42-9-14. Removal of Board Members for Cause
§ 42-9-15. Conflicts of Interest by Members or Employees of Board
§ 42-9-16. Persons Permitted to Appear or Practice Before Board for Remuneration Generally
§ 42-9-18. Maintenance of Records of Persons Contacting Members of Board on Behalf of Inmates
§ 42-9-19. Annual Report of Board
§ 42-9-20. General Duties of Board
§ 42-9-20.1. Public Access to Information Regarding Paroled Felons Residing Within State