History. Code 1981, § 50-18-74 , enacted by Ga. L. 1999, p. 552, § 5; Ga. L. 2012, p. 218, § 2/HB 397.
Editor’s notes.
The former Code section, relating to unlawful refusal to provide access to public records or to allow copying of such records, was based on Ga. L. 1982, p. 1789, § 1, and was repealed and reserved by Ga. L. 1992, p. 1061, § 10, effective April 6, 1992.
Law reviews.
For article on the 2012 amendment of this Code section, see 29 Ga. St. U. L. Rev. 139 (2012).
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 18 - State Printing and Documents
Article 4 - Inspection of Public Records
§ 50-18-70. Legislative Intent; Definitions
§ 50-18-71. Right of Access; Timing; Fees; Denial of Requests; Impact of Electronic Records
§ 50-18-72. When Public Disclosure Not Required
§ 50-18-74. Penalty for Violations; Procedure for Commencement of Prosecution
§ 50-18-76. Written Matter Exempt From Disclosure Under Code Section 31-10-25