The procedures and fees provided for in this article shall not apply to public records, including records that are exempt from disclosure pursuant to Code Section 50-18-72, which are requested in writing by a state or federal grand jury, taxing authority, law enforcement agency, or prosecuting attorney in conjunction with an ongoing administrative, criminal, or tax investigation. The lawful custodian shall provide copies of such records to the requesting agency unless such records are privileged or disclosure to such agencies is specifically restricted by law.
History. Code 1981, § 50-18-77 , enacted by Ga. L. 1999, p. 809, § 6; Ga. L. 2012, p. 218, § 2/HB 397.
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For note on 1999 enactment of this Code section, see 16 Ga. St. U.L. Rev. 268 (1999).
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