The sovereignty and jurisdiction of this state extend to all places within the limits of her boundaries except so far as she has voluntarily ceded her sovereignty and jurisdiction over particular localities to the United States or adjacent states.
History. Orig. Code 1863, § 22; Code 1868, § 20; Code 1873, § 20; Code 1882, § 20; Civil Code 1895, § 21; Civil Code 1910, § 21; Code 1933, § 15-201.
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 2 - Boundaries and Jurisdiction of the State
§ 50-2-20. Extent of Sovereignty and Jurisdiction Generally
§ 50-2-22. State Consent to Acquisition by United States of Lands for Government Purposes
§ 50-2-23. Exclusive Jurisdiction Ceded Over Lands Acquired by United States; Exceptions
§ 50-2-24. Vesting of Jurisdiction; Exemption From State, County, or Municipal Charges
§ 50-2-26. Reacquisition of Jurisdiction Over State Maintained Highways in Ceded Territory
§ 50-2-27. Retrocession of Jurisdiction Over Lands Owned by the United States