Georgia Code
Title 16 - Crimes and Offenses

§ 16-1-4. When Conduct Constitutes a Crime; Power of Court to Punish Contempt or Enforce Orders, Civil Judgments, and Decrees - No conduct constitutes a crime unless it is described as...

§ 16-1-5. Presumption of Innocence; Standard of Proof for Conviction - Every person is presumed innocent until proved guilty. No person...

§ 16-1-6. Conviction for Lesser Included Offenses - An accused may be convicted of a crime included in...

§ 16-1-7. Multiple Prosecutions for Same Conduct - History. Code 1933, § 26-506, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-1-8. When Prosecution Barred by Former Prosecution - History. Code 1933, § 26-507, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-1-9. Application of Title to Crimes Committed Prior to Enactment - This title shall govern the construction and punishment of any...

§ 16-1-10. Punishment for Crimes for Which Punishment Not Otherwise Provided - Any conduct that is made criminal by this title or...

§ 16-1-11. Effect of Repeal or Amendment of Criminal Law on Prosecution of Prior Violations - The repeal, repeal and reenactment, or amendment of any law...

§ 16-1-12. Restrictions on Contingency Fee Compensation of Attorney Appointed to Represent State in Forfeiture Action - History. Code 1981, § 16-1-12 , enacted by Ga. L....

Chapter 2 - Criminal Liability

Article 1 - Culpability

§ 16-2-1. “Crime” Defined - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 779; Code 1863,...

§ 16-2-2. Effect of Misfortune or Accident on Guilt - A person shall not be found guilty of any crime...

§ 16-2-3. Presumption of Sound Mind and Discretion - Every person is presumed to be of sound mind and...

§ 16-2-4. Presumption That Acts of Sound Person Willful - The acts of a person of sound mind and discretion...

§ 16-2-5. Presumption That Sound Person Intends Natural and Probable Consequences of Acts - A person of sound mind and discretion is presumed to...

§ 16-2-6. Intention a Question of Fact - A person will not be presumed to act with criminal...

Article 2 - Parties to Crimes

§ 16-2-20. When a Person Is a Party to a Crime - History. Code 1933, § 26-801, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-2-21. Prosecution of Parties Who Did Not Directly Commit the Crime - Any party to a crime who did not directly commit...

§ 16-2-22. Criminal Responsibility of Corporations - History. Code 1933, § 26-803, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

Chapter 3 - Defenses to Criminal Prosecutions

Article 1 - Responsibility

§ 16-3-1. Minimum Age - A person shall not be considered or found guilty of...

§ 16-3-2. Mental Capacity; Insanity - A person shall not be found guilty of a crime...

§ 16-3-3. Delusional Compulsion - A person shall not be found guilty of a crime...

§ 16-3-4. Intoxication - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 779; Code 1863,...

§ 16-3-5. Mistake of Fact - A person shall not be found guilty of a crime...

§ 16-3-6. Affirmative Defenses to Certain Sexual Crimes - History. Code 1981, § 16-3-6 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 2 - Justification and Excuse

§ 16-3-20. Justification - The fact that a person’s conduct is justified is a...

§ 16-3-21. Use of Force in Defense of Self or Others; Evidence of Belief That Force Was Necessary in Murder or Manslaughter Prosecution - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 785.; Code 1863,...

§ 16-3-22. Immunity From Criminal Liability of Persons Rendering Assistance to Law Enforcement Officers - History. Code 1933, § 27-219, enacted by Ga. L. 1967,...

§ 16-3-22.1. Persons Who Provide Assistance to Law Enforcement Officers or the Division of Family and Children Services When the Health and Safety of Children Are Adversely Affected and Threatened - History. Code 1981, § 16-3-22.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-3-23. Use of Force in Defense of Habitation - A person is justified in threatening or using force against...

§ 16-3-23.1. No Duty to Retreat Prior to Use of Force in Self-Defense - A person who uses threats or force in accordance with...

§ 16-3-24. Use of Force in Defense of Property Other Than a Habitation - History. Code 1933, § 26-904, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-3-24.1. Habitation and Personal Property Defined - As used in Code Sections 16-3-23 and 16-3-24, the term...

§ 16-3-24.2. Immunity From Prosecution; Exception - A person who uses threats or force in accordance with...

§ 16-3-25. Entrapment - A person is not guilty of a crime if, by...

§ 16-3-26. Coercion - A person is not guilty of a crime, except murder,...

§ 16-3-27. Benefit of Clergy - Since it is no longer needed or appropriate, the ancient...

§ 16-3-28. Affirmative Defenses - A defense based upon any of the provisions of this...

Article 3 - Alibi

§ 16-3-40. Alibi - The defense of alibi involves the impossibility of the accused’s...

Chapter 4 - Criminal Attempt, Conspiracy, and Solicitation

§ 16-4-1. Criminal Attempt - A person commits the offense of criminal attempt when, with...

§ 16-4-2. Conviction for Criminal Attempt Where Crime Completed - A person may be convicted of the offense of criminal...

§ 16-4-3. Charge of Commission of Crime as Including Criminal Attempt - A person charged with commission of a crime may be...

§ 16-4-4. Impossibility as a Defense - It is no defense to a charge of criminal attempt...

§ 16-4-5. Abandonment of Effort to Commit a Crime as an Affirmative Defense - History. Code 1933, § 26-1003, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-4-6. Penalties for Criminal Attempt - History. Code 1933, § 26-1006, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-4-7. Criminal Solicitation - History. Code 1933, §§ 26-1007, 26-1008, 26-1009, enacted by Ga....

§ 16-4-8. Conspiracy to Commit a Crime - A person commits the offense of conspiracy to commit a...

§ 16-4-8.1. Conviction of Conspiracy Even if Crime Completed - A person may be convicted of the offense of conspiracy...

§ 16-4-9. Withdrawal by Coconspirator From Agreement to Commit Crime - A coconspirator may be relieved from the effects of Code...

Chapter 5 - Crimes Against the Person

Article 1 - Homicide

§ 16-5-1. Murder; Malice Murder; Felony Murder; Murder in the Second Degree - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 783; Code 1863,...

§ 16-5-2. Voluntary Manslaughter - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, pp. 783, 784.; Ga....

§ 16-5-3. Involuntary Manslaughter - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 784.; Code 1863,...

§ 16-5-4. Time Elapsed Between Injury and Death - In order to be a homicide punishable under this article,...

§ 16-5-5. Assisted Suicide; Notification of Licensing Board Regarding Violation - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-5 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 2 - Assault and Battery

§ 16-5-19. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1981,...

§ 16-5-20. Simple Assault - For the purposes of this subsection, the term “unborn child”...

§ 16-5-21. Aggravated Assault - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, pp. 787-789; Laws 1840,...

§ 16-5-22. Conviction of Assault With Intent to Commit a Crime if Intended Crime Actually Committed - A person may be convicted of the offense of assault...

§ 16-5-23. Simple Battery - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 788.; Code 1863,...

§ 16-5-23.1. Battery - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-23.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-24. Aggravated Battery - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, pp. 786, 787.; Code...

§ 16-5-25. Opprobrious or Abusive Language as Justification for Simple Assault or Simple Battery - A person charged with the offense of simple assault or...

§ 16-5-26. Publication of Second or Subsequent Conviction of Simple Assault, Simple Battery, or Battery; Cost of Publication; Good Faith Publications Immune From Liability - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-26 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-27. Female Genital Mutilation - shall be guilty of female genital mutilation. History. Code 1981,...

§ 16-5-28. Assault on an Unborn Child - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-28 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-29. Battery of an Unborn Child - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-29 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 3 - Kidnapping, False Imprisonment, and Related Offenses

§ 16-5-40. Kidnapping - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 788; Code 1863,...

§ 16-5-41. False Imprisonment - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 788.; Code 1863,...

§ 16-5-42. False Imprisonment Under Color of Legal Process - When the arrest, confinement, or detention of a person by...

§ 16-5-43. Malicious Confinement of Sane Person in an Asylum - A person who maliciously causes the confinement of a sane...

§ 16-5-44. Hijacking an Aircraft - History. Code 1933, § 26-3301, enacted by Ga. L. 1969,...

§ 16-5-44.1. Hijacking a Motor Vehicle - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-44.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-45. Interference With Custody - History. Code 1933, § 26-1312, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-5-46. Trafficking of Persons for Labor or Sexual Servitude - (5.1) “Peace officer” shall have the same meaning as provided...

§ 16-5-47. Posting Model Notice With Human Trafficking Hotline Information in Businesses and on Internet - Such term shall include, but shall not be limited to,...

Article 4 - Reckless Conduct

§ 16-5-60. Reckless Conduct Causing Harm to or Endangering the Bodily Safety of Another; Conduct by Hiv Infected Persons - History. Code 1933, § 26-2910, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-5-61. Hazing - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-61 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 5 - Cruelty to Children

§ 16-5-70. Cruelty to Children - History. Ga. L. 1878-79, p. 162, § 3; Code 1882,...

§ 16-5-71. Tattooing - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-71 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-71.1. Piercing of the Body - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-71.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-72. Reckless Abandonment - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-72 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-73. Prohibition Against Presence of Children During Manufacture of Methamphetamine; Punishment - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-73 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 6 - Feticide

§ 16-5-80. Feticide; Voluntary Manslaughter of an Unborn Child; Penalties - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-80 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 7 - Stalking

§ 16-5-90. Stalking; Psychological Evaluation - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-90 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-91. Aggravated Stalking - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-91 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-92. Applicability - The provisions of Code Sections 16-5-90 and 16-5-91 shall not...

§ 16-5-93. Right of Victim to Notification of Release or Escape of Stalker - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-93 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-94. Restraining Orders; Protective Orders - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-94 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-95. Offense of Violating Family Violence Order; Penalty - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-95 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-96. Publication of Second or Subsequent Conviction of Stalking or Aggravated Stalking; Cost of Publication; Good Faith Publications Immune From Liability - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-96 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 8 - Protection of Elder Persons

§ 16-5-100. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: (0.1) “Abuse of...

§ 16-5-101. Neglect to a Disabled Adult, Elder Person, or Resident - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-100 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-102. Exploitation and Intimidation of Disabled Adults, Elder Persons, and Residents; Obstruction of Investigation - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-102 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-102.1. Trafficking of a Disabled Adult, Elder Person, or Resident; Penalty - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-102.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-103. Exceptions to Criminal Liability - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-103 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-5-104. Venue - For the purpose of venue under this article, any violation...

§ 16-5-105. Applicability - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-104 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 9 - Notice of Conviction and Release From Confinement of Sex Offenders

§ 16-5-110. Publication of Notice; Information Required; Assessment for Cost; Immunity - History. Code 1981, § 16-5-110 , enacted by Ga. L....

Chapter 6 - Sexual Offenses

§ 16-6-1. Rape - Carnal knowledge in rape occurs when there is any penetration...

§ 16-6-2. Sodomy; Aggravated Sodomy; Medical Expenses - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 787.; Code 1863,...

§ 16-6-3. Statutory Rape - History. Ga. L. 1918, p. 259, §§ 1, 2; Code...

§ 16-6-4. Child Molestation; Aggravated Child Molestation - (a.1) For purposes of this Code section, when a person...

§ 16-6-5. Enticing a Child for Indecent Purposes - History. Ga. L. 1950, p. 387, § 2; Ga. L....

§ 16-6-5.1. Improper Sexual Contact by Employee, Agent, or Foster Parent; Consent Not a Defense; Penalty - (1.1) “Child-placing agency” shall have the same meaning as set...

§ 16-6-6. Bestiality - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 787; Code 1863,...

§ 16-6-7. Necrophilia - History. Code 1933, § 26-2022, enacted by Ga. L. 1977,...

§ 16-6-8. Public Indecency - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 815; Code 1863,...

§ 16-6-9. Prostitution - A person, 18 years of age or older, commits the...

§ 16-6-10. Keeping a Place of Prostitution - A person having or exercising control over the use of...

§ 16-6-11. Pimping - A person commits the offense of pimping when he or...

§ 16-6-12. Pandering - A person commits the offense of pandering when he or...

§ 16-6-13. Penalties for Violating Code Sections 16-6-9 Through 16-6-12 - History. Code 1933, § 26-2015, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-6-13.1. Testing for Sexually Transmitted Diseases Required - History. Code 1981, § 16-6-13.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-6-13.2. Civil Forfeiture of Motor Vehicle - History. Code 1981, § 16-6-13.2 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-6-13.3. Civil Forfeiture of Proceeds and Property - History. Code 1981, § 16-6-13.3 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-6-15. Solicitation of Sodomy - History. Code 1933, § 26-2003, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-6-16. Masturbation for Hire - History. Code 1933, § 26-2021, enacted by Ga. L. 1975,...

§ 16-6-17. Giving Massages in Place Used for Lewdness, Prostitution, Assignation, or Masturbation for Hire - History. Ga. L. 1975, p. 402, § 3.

§ 16-6-18. Fornication - An unmarried person commits the offense of fornication when he...

§ 16-6-19. Adultery - A married person commits the offense of adultery when he...

§ 16-6-20. Bigamy - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 814; Code 1863,...

§ 16-6-21. Marrying a Bigamist - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 814; Code 1863,...

§ 16-6-22. Incest - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 814.; Code 1863,...

§ 16-6-22.1. Sexual Battery; Consent - History. Code 1981, § 16-6-22.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-6-22.2. Aggravated Sexual Battery; Consent - History. Code 1981, § 16-6-22.2 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-6-23. Publication of Name or Identity of Female Raped or Assaulted With Intent to Commit Rape - History. Ga. L. 1911, p. 179, §§ 1, 2; Code...

§ 16-6-24. Adoption of Ordinances by Counties and Municipalities Which Proscribe Loitering or Related Activities - Nothing contained in this chapter shall prevent any county or...

§ 16-6-25. Harboring, Concealing, or Withholding Information Concerning a Sexual Offender; Penalties - commits a felony and shall be punished by imprisonment for...

Chapter 7 - Damage to and Intrusion Upon Property

Article 1 - Burglary

§ 16-7-1. Burglary - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 790.; Ga. L....

§ 16-7-2. Smash and Grab Burglary; “Retail Establishment” Defined; Penalty - History. Code 1981, § 16-7-2 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 1A - Home Invasion

§ 16-7-5. Home Invasion in the First and Second Degree - History. Code 1981, § 16-7-5 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 2 - Criminal Trespass and Damage to Property

Part 1 - General Provisions

§ 16-7-20. Possession of Tools for the Commission of Crime - History. Ga. L. 1910, p. 135, §§ 1, 2; Code...

§ 16-7-21. Criminal Trespass - History. Ga. L. 1882-83, p. 121, § 1; Penal Code...

§ 16-7-22. Criminal Damage to Property in the First Degree - History. Code 1933, § 26-1501, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-7-23. Criminal Damage to Property in the Second Degree - History. Code 1933, § 26-1502, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-7-24. Interference With Government Property - History. Code 1933, § 26-2613, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-7-25. Damaging, Injuring, or Interfering With Property of Public Utility Companies, Municipalities, or Political Subdivisions - History. Ga. L. 1897, p. 69, § 1; Penal Code...

§ 16-7-26. Vandalism to a Place of Worship - History. Ga. L. 1967, p. 457, § 1; Code 1933,...

§ 16-7-27. Injuring, Tearing Down, or Destroying Mailboxes; Injuring, Defacing, or Destroying Mail - History. Code 1933, § 26-1508, enacted by Ga. L. 1979,...

§ 16-7-29. Interference With Electronic Monitoring Devices - History. Code 1981, § 16-7-29 , enacted by Ga. L....

Part 2 - Littering Public and Private Property

§ 16-7-42. Definitions - As used in this part, the term: History. Ga. L....

§ 16-7-43. Littering Public or Private Property or Waters; Enforcing Personnel - History. Ga. L. 1970, p. 494, §§ 4, 5; Ga....

§ 16-7-44. Prima-Facie Evidence; Rebuttable Presumption - History. Ga. L. 1970, p. 494, § 6; Ga. L....

§ 16-7-45. Enforcement of This Part - All law enforcement agencies, officers, and officials of this state...

§ 16-7-46. Receptacles to Be Provided; Notice to Public - All public authorities and agencies having supervision of properties of...

§ 16-7-47. Designation of Containers for Household Garbage; Misuse or Vandalization of Container - History. Ga. L. 1979, p. 831, §§ 1-3; Ga. L....

§ 16-7-48. Local Ordinances Regulating and Controlling Litter - History. Ga. L. 1981, p. 1758, § 1; Ga. L....

Part 3 - Waste Control

§ 16-7-51. Definitions - As used in this part, the term: History. Code 1981,...

§ 16-7-52. Unlawful Dumping - It shall be unlawful for any person to intentionally dump...

§ 16-7-53. Penalties for Unlawful Dumping - History. Code 1981, § 16-7-53 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-7-53.1. Vehicle Impoundment for Intentionally Dumping Egregious Litter - History. Code 1981, § 16-7-53.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-7-54. Evidence of Identity of Violator - Whenever any egregious litter which is dumped in violation of...

§ 16-7-55. Enforcement of Other Laws, Rules, or Regulations Not Limited - History. Code 1981, § 16-7-55 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-7-56. Title 12 Provisions Not Affected - Nothing in this part shall be construed so as to...

Part 3A - Placement of Posters, Signs, and Advertisements

§ 16-7-58. Prohibited Placements of Posters, Signs, and Advertisements - History. Ga. L. 1971, p. 624, §§ 1, 3; Code...

Article 3 - Arson and Explosives

§ 16-7-60. Arson in the First Degree - History. Ga. L. 1924, p. 192, § 1; Code 1933,...

§ 16-7-61. Arson in the Second Degree - History. Ga. L. 1924, p. 192, § 2; Code 1933,...

§ 16-7-62. Arson in the Third Degree - History. Ga. L. 1924, p. 192, §§ 3, 4; Code...

§ 16-7-63. Burning of Woodlands, Brush, Fields, or Other Lands; Arson of Lands; Destruction of or Damage to Material or Device Used in Detection or Suppression of Wildfires; Penalties for Violations - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 824.; Code 1863,...

Article 4 - Bombs, Explosives, and Chemical and Biological Weapons

§ 16-7-80. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: (1.1) “Biological agent”...

§ 16-7-81. Explosive Materials - The following materials are explosives within the meaning of this...

§ 16-7-82. Manufacturing, Transporting, Distributing, Possessing With Intent to Distribute, and Offering to Distribute an Explosive Device - History. Code 1981, § 16-7-82 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-7-83. Persons Convicted or Under Indictment for Certain Offenses - History. Code 1981, § 16-7-83 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-7-84. Distribution of Certain Materials to Persons Under 21 Years of Age - History. Code 1981, § 16-7-84 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-7-85. Hoax Devices - History. Code 1981, § 16-7-85 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-7-86. Attempt or Conspiracy - It shall be unlawful for any person to attempt or...

§ 16-7-87. Interference With Officers - It shall be unlawful for any person knowingly to hinder...

§ 16-7-88. Possessing, Transporting, or Receiving Explosives, Destructive Devices, Bacteriological Weapon, or Biological Weapon With Intent to Kill, Injure, or Intimidate Individuals or Destroy Public Buildings; Sentencing; Enhanced Penalties - History. Code 1981, § 16-7-88 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-7-89. Separate Offenses - Each violation of the provisions of this article shall be...

§ 16-7-90. Records and Reports - It shall be the duty of any person authorized by...

§ 16-7-91. Searches and Inspections - The Commissioner or director or such officers’ designees or any...

§ 16-7-92. Compelling Attendance of Witnesses and Production of Evidence - In any case where there is reason to believe that...

§ 16-7-93. Exceptions to Applicability of Provisions - The provisions of Code Sections 16-7-82, 16-7-84, 16-7-85, and 16-7-86...

§ 16-7-94. Agricultural Activities - After consultation with the Commissioner of Agriculture or his or...

§ 16-7-95. Civil Forfeiture for Violations of Article; Special Provisions for Destructive Material - History. Code 1981, § 16-7-95 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-7-96. Admissible Evidence - History. Code 1981, § 16-7-96 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-7-97. Fertilizers and Pesticides - The provisions of this article shall not apply to: History....

Chapter 8 - Offenses Involving Theft

Article 1 - Theft

§ 16-8-1. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1933,...

§ 16-8-2. Theft by Taking - A person commits the offense of theft by taking when...

§ 16-8-3. Theft by Deception - History. Code 1933, § 26-1803, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-8-4. Theft by Conversion - History. Code 1933, § 26-1808, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-8-5. Theft of Services - A person commits the offense of theft of services when...

§ 16-8-5.1. Circumstances Permitting Inference of Intent to Avoid Payment; Exceptions - The trier of fact may infer that the accused intended...

§ 16-8-5.2. Retail Property Fencing; Civil Forfeiture; Related Matters - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-5.2 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-8-6. Theft of Lost or Mislaid Property - A person commits the offense of theft of lost or...

§ 16-8-7. Theft by Receiving Stolen Property - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, pp. 807, 808; Code...

§ 16-8-8. Theft by Receiving Property Stolen in Another State - A person commits the offense of theft by receiving property...

§ 16-8-9. Theft by Bringing Stolen Property Into State - A person commits the offense of theft by bringing stolen...

§ 16-8-10. Affirmative Defenses to Prosecution for Violation of Code Sections 16-8-2 Through 16-8-9 - It is an affirmative defense to a prosecution for violation...

§ 16-8-11. Venue for Purposes of Code Sections 16-8-2 Through 16-8-9 and 16-8-13 Through 16-8-15 - In a prosecution under Code Sections 16-8-2 through 16-8-9 and...

§ 16-8-12. Penalties for Theft in Violation of Code Sections 16-8-2 Through 16-8-9 - History. Code 1933, § 26-1812, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-8-13. Theft of Trade Secrets - commits the offense of theft of a trade secret and,...

§ 16-8-14. Theft by Shoplifting - History. Ga. L. 1957, p. 115, §§ 1, 3; Code...

§ 16-8-14.1. Refund Fraud - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-14.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-8-14.2. Organized Retail Theft - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-14.2 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-8-15. Conversion of Payments for Real Property Improvements - History. Ga. L. 1941, p. 480, § 1; Code 1933,...

§ 16-8-16. Theft by Extortion - History. Code 1933, § 26-1804, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-8-17. Misuse of Universal Product Code Labels - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-17 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-8-18. Entering Automobile or Other Motor Vehicle With Intent to Commit Theft or Felony - If any person shall enter any automobile or other motor...

§ 16-8-20. Livestock Theft - History. Code 1933, § 26-1817, enacted by Ga. L. 1974,...

§ 16-8-21. Removal or Abandonment of Shopping Carts - History. Ga. L. 1975, p. 848, § 1; Ga. L....

§ 16-8-22. Cargo Theft - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-22 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-8-23. Prohibited Uses of Fifth Wheel - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-23 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-8-24. Theft by Possession of Stolen Mail - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-24 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-8-25. Porch Piracy - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-25 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 2 - Robbery

§ 16-8-40. Robbery - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 791; Code 1863,...

§ 16-8-41. Armed Robbery; Robbery by Intimidation; Taking Controlled Substance From Pharmacy in Course of Committing Offense - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 791; Ga. L....

Article 3 - Criminal Reproduction and Sale of Recorded Material

§ 16-8-60. Reproduction of Recorded Material; Transfer, Sale, Distribution, Circulation; Civil Forfeiture; Restitution - History. Ga. L. 1975, p. 44, § 1; Ga. L....

§ 16-8-61. Display of Official Rating on Video Movies - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-61 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-8-62. Film Piracy Prohibited; Exceptions; Penalty for Violation - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-62 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 4 - Motor Vehicle Chop Shops and Stolen and Altered Property

§ 16-8-80. Short Title - This article shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 16-8-81. Legislative Findings - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-81 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-8-82. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1981,...

§ 16-8-83. Owning, Operating, or Conducting a Chop Shop; Penalty - shall be guilty of a felony and, upon conviction thereof,...

§ 16-8-84. Seizure of Personal Property Used or Possessed in Connection With Violation of Code Section 16-8-83 - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-84 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-8-85. Civil Forfeiture of Personal Property Seized - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-85 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-8-86. Civil Action for Violation of This Article - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-86 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 5 - Residential Mortgage Fraud

§ 16-8-100. Short Title - This article shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 16-8-101. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1981,...

§ 16-8-102. Residential Mortgage Fraud - A person commits the offense of residential mortgage fraud when,...

§ 16-8-103. Venue - For the purpose of venue under this article, any violation...

§ 16-8-104. Authority to Investigate and Prosecute for Residential Mortgage Fraud - District attorneys and the Attorney General shall have the authority...

§ 16-8-105. Penalties - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-105 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-8-106. Civil Forfeiture - History. Code 1981, § 16-8-106 , enacted by Ga. L....

Chapter 9 - Forgery and Fraudulent Practices

Article 1 - Forgery and Related Offenses

§ 16-9-1. Forgery; Classification of Forgery Offenses - History. Code 1933, § 26-1701, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-9-2. Penalties for Forgery - History. Code 1933, § 26-1702, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-9-4. Manufacturing, Selling, or Distributing False Identification Document; Civil Forfeiture; Penalty - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-4 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-5. Counterfeit or False Proof of Insurance Document - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-5 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-6. Punishment for Fiduciary in Violation of Chapter - Unless a greater penalty is specifically provided in this chapter,...

Article 2 - Deposit Account Fraud

§ 16-9-20. Deposit Account Fraud - Click to view “You are hereby notified that the following...

§ 16-9-21. Printing, Executing, or Negotiating Checks, Drafts, Orders, or Debit Card Sales Drafts Knowing Information Thereon to Be in Error, Fictitious, or Assigned to Another Account Holder - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-21 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 3 - Illegal Use of Financial Transaction Cards

§ 16-9-30. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: (5.1) “Financial transaction...

§ 16-9-31. Financial Transaction Card Theft - History. Code 1933, § 26-1705.2, enacted by Ga. L. 1969,...

§ 16-9-32. Forgery of Financial Transaction Card - History. Code 1933, § 26-1705.3, enacted by Ga. L. 1969,...

§ 16-9-33. Financial Transaction Card Fraud - History. Code 1933, §§ 26-1705.1, 26-1705.4, enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-34. Criminal Possession of Financial Transaction Card Forgery Devices - History. Code 1933, § 26-1705.5, enacted by Ga. L. 1969,...

§ 16-9-35. Criminal Receipt of Goods and Services Fraudulently Obtained - A person commits the offense of criminally receiving goods and...

§ 16-9-36. Rebuttable Presumption of Criminal Receipt of Goods and Services Fraudulently Obtained - A person who obtains at a discount price a ticket...

§ 16-9-36.1. Criminal Factoring of Financial Transaction Card Records - Any person who, without the acquirer’s express authorization, employs or...

§ 16-9-37. Unauthorized Use of Financial Transaction Card; Misuse of Government Issued Cards - History. Code 1933, § 26-1705.8, enacted by Ga. L. 1969,...

§ 16-9-38. Punishment and Penalties - History. Code 1933, § 26-1705.9, enacted by Ga. L. 1969,...

§ 16-9-39. Publication of Information Regarding Schemes, Devices, Means, or Methods for Financial Transaction Card Fraud or Theft of Telecommunication Services - History. Code 1933, § 26-1705.10, enacted by Ga. L. 1972,...

§ 16-9-40. Venue Determinations - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-40 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 4 - Fraud and Related Offenses

§ 16-9-50. Deceptive Business Practices - History. Code 1933, § 26-1706, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-9-51. Destruction, Removal, Concealment, Encumbrance, or Transfer of Property Subject to Security Interest - History. Code 1933, § 26-1707, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-9-52. Improper Solicitation of Money - This is a solicitation for the order of goods or...

§ 16-9-53. Damaging, Destroying, or Secreting Property to Defraud Another - History. Code 1933, § 26-1504, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-9-54. False Statements by Telephone Solicitors - History. Code 1933, § 26-1710, enacted by Ga. L. 1977,...

§ 16-9-55. Fraudulently Obtaining or Attempting to Obtain Public Housing or Reduction in Public Housing Rent - History. Code 1933, § 26-1710, enacted by Ga. L. 1977,...

§ 16-9-56. Fraudulent Attempts to Obtain Refunds - History. Code 1933, § 26-1709, enacted by Ga. L. 1974,...

§ 16-9-57. False Representation as Representative of Peace Officer Organization or Fire Service Organization - History. Ga. L. 1974, p. 1221, §§ 1-3; Ga. L....

§ 16-9-58. Failing to Pay for Natural Products or Chattels - Any person, either on his or her own account or...

§ 16-9-59. Operation of Credit Repair Services Organization - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-59 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-60. “Foreclosure Fraud” Construed; Penalty - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-60 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-61. Misrepresenting the Origin or Ownership of Timber or Agricultural Commodities - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-61 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-62. Crimes Utilizing Automated Sales Suppression Devices, Zapper, or Phantom-Ware; Penalties - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-62 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-63. False Representation as Veteran - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-63 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 5 - Removal or Alteration of Identification From Property

§ 16-9-70. Criminal Use of an Article With an Altered Identification Mark - History. Code 1933, § 26-1506, enacted by Ga. L. 1974,...

§ 16-9-71. Removal of Collars or Identifying Items or Marks on Animals - History. Code 1933, § 26-2802.1, enacted by Ga. L. 1980,...

Article 6 - Computer Systems Protection

Part 1 - Computer Crimes

§ 16-9-90. Short Title - This article shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 16-9-91. Legislative Findings - The General Assembly finds that: History. Code 1981, § 16-9-91...

§ 16-9-92. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1981,...

§ 16-9-93. Computer Crimes Defined; Exclusivity of Article; Civil Remedies; Criminal Penalties - shall be guilty of the crime of computer theft. shall...

§ 16-9-93.1. Misleading Transmittal and Use of Individual Name, Trade Name, Registered Trademark, Logo, Legal or Official Seal, or Copyrighted Symbol Over Computer or Telephone Network; Criminal Penalty; Civil Remedies - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-93.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-94. Venue - For the purpose of venue under this article, any violation...

Part 2 - Spam E-Mail

§ 16-9-100. Definitions - As used in this part, the term: The term does...

§ 16-9-101. Initiation of Deceptive Commercial E-Mail - Any person who initiates a commercial e-mail that the person...

§ 16-9-102. Penalties - the person shall be guilty of a felony and punished...

§ 16-9-103. Venue - For the purpose of venue under this part, any violation...

§ 16-9-104. Jurisdiction for Prosecutions - The Attorney General shall have concurrent jurisdiction with the district...

§ 16-9-105. Civil Actions - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-105 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-106. Violations as Separate Offenses; Construction With Other Laws; E-Mail Policies of Service Providers Not Limited or Restricted - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-106 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-107. No Cause of Action Against Service Providers - There shall be no cause of action under this part...

Part 3 - Investigation of Violations

§ 16-9-108. Investigative and Subpoena Powers of District Attorneys and the Attorney General - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-108 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-109. Disclosures by Service Providers Pursuant to Investigations - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-109 , enacted by Ga. L....

Part 4 - Internet and E-Mail Fraud

§ 16-9-109.1. Fraudulent Business Practices Using Internet or E-Mail; Definitions; Penalties and Sanctions; Immunity - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-109.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 7 - Motor Vehicle Sales and Transfers

§ 16-9-110. Sale or Transfer of New Motor Vehicles Not Manufactured in Compliance With Federal Standards - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-110 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-111. Importation, Manufacture, Selling, Offering for Sale, Installation, or Reinstallation of Counterfeit, Nonfunctional, and Such Other Types of Air Bags - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-111 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 8 - Identity Fraud

§ 16-9-120. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1981,...

§ 16-9-121. Elements of Offense - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-121 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-121.1. Offense of Aggravated Identity Fraud - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-121.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-122. Attempting or Conspiring to Commit Offense; Penalty - It shall be unlawful for any person to attempt or...

§ 16-9-123. Investigations - The Attorney General shall have the authority to investigate any...

§ 16-9-124. Prosecutions - The Attorney General and prosecuting attorneys shall have the authority...

§ 16-9-125. County of Offense - The General Assembly finds that identity fraud involves the use...

§ 16-9-125.1. Victim’s Right to File Report - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-125.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-126. Penalty for Violations - (a.1) A violation of Code Section 16-9-121.1 shall be punishable...

§ 16-9-127. Authority of Attorney General - The Attorney General shall have authority to initiate any proceedings...

§ 16-9-128. Exemptions - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-128 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-129. Actual and Punitive Damages Available to Business Victim - Any business victim who is injured by reason of any...

§ 16-9-130. Damages Available to Consumer Victim; No Defense That Others Engage in Comparable Practices; Service of Complaint - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-130 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-131. Criminal Prosecution - Whenever an investigation has been conducted by the Attorney General...

§ 16-9-132. Article Cumulative and Not Exclusive - This article is cumulative with other laws and is not...

Article 9 - Computer Security

§ 16-9-150. Short Title - This article shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 16-9-151. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: (6.1) “Covered file-sharing...

§ 16-9-152. Spyware, Browsers, Hijacks, and Other Software Prohibited - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-152 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-153. E-Mail Virus Distribution, Denial of Service Attacks, and Other Conduct Prohibited - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-153 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-154. Inducement to Install, Copy, or Execute Software Through Misrepresentation Prohibited - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-154 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-155. Penalties - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-155 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-156. Exceptions - History. Code 1981, § 16-9-156 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-9-157. Legislative Findings and Preemption - The General Assembly finds that this article is a matter...

Chapter 10 - Offenses Against Public Administration

Article 1 - Abuse of Governmental Office

§ 16-10-1. Violation of Oath by Public Officer - Any public officer who willfully and intentionally violates the terms...

§ 16-10-2. Bribery - provided, however, that receiving, accepting, or agreeing to receive anything...

§ 16-10-3. Using Private Funds for Law Enforcement; Off-Duty Employment of Law Enforcement Officers - History. Ga. L. 1958, p. 333, § 1; Ga. L....

§ 16-10-4. Influencing of Legislative Action by State and Local Government Officers or Employees - History. Ga. L. 1959, p. 34, § 1; Ga. L....

§ 16-10-5. Influencing of Officer or Employee of State or Political Subdivision by Another Officer or Employee - History. Ga. L. 1878-79, p. 175, § 1; Code 1882,...

§ 16-10-6. Sale of Real or Personal Property to Political Subdivision by Local Officer or Employee; Exceptions; Limitation of Civil Liability - shall, upon conviction thereof, be punished by imprisonment for not...

§ 16-10-7. False Acknowledgments, Certificates, or Statements of Appearance or Oath by Officer Authorized to Do Same - Any officer authorized to administer oaths or to take and...

§ 16-10-8. False Official Certificates or Writings by Officers or Employees of State and Political Subdivisions - An officer or employee of the state or any political...

§ 16-10-9. Acceptance of Office or Employment in More Than One Branch of Government - History. Ga. L. 1959, p. 34, § 7; Ga. L....

Article 2 - Obstruction of Public Administration and Related Offenses

§ 16-10-20. False Statements and Writings, Concealment of Facts, and Fraudulent Documents in Matters Within Jurisdiction of State or Political Subdivisions - A person who knowingly and willfully falsifies, conceals, or covers...

§ 16-10-20.1. Filing False Documents - History. Code 1981, § 16-10-20.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-10-21. Conspiracy to Defraud State or Political Subdivision - History. Ga. L. 1872, p. 25, § 1; Code 1882,...

§ 16-10-22. Conspiracy in Restraint of Free and Open Competition in Transactions With State or Political Subdivisions; Forfeiture of Right to Bid on or Enter Into Contracts - History. Ga. L. 1959, p. 34, § 6; Ga. L....

§ 16-10-23. Impersonating a Public Officer or Employee - A person who falsely holds himself or herself out as...

§ 16-10-24. Obstructing or Hindering Law Enforcement Officers - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 806.; Code 1863,...

§ 16-10-24.1. Obstructing or Hindering Firefighters - History. Code 1981, § 16-10-24.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-10-24.2. Obstructing or Hindering Emergency Medical Technicians or Emergency Medical Professionals; Criminal Penalty - History. Code 1981, § 16-10-24.2 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-10-24.3. Obstructing or Hindering Persons Making Emergency Telephone Calls - Any person who verbally or physically obstructs, prevents, or hinders...

§ 16-10-24.4. Obstructing or Hindering Park Ranger - History. Code 1981, § 16-10-24.4 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-10-25. Giving False Name, Address, or Birthdate to Law Enforcement Officer - A person who gives a false name, address, or date...

§ 16-10-26. False Report of a Crime - A person who willfully and knowingly gives or causes a...

§ 16-10-27. Transmitting False Report of Fire - A person who transmits in any manner to a fire...

§ 16-10-28. Transmitting a False Public Alarm; Restitution - History. Code 1933, § 26-2609, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-10-29. Request for Ambulance Service When Not Reasonably Needed - History. Ga. L. 1977, p. 797, §§ 1, 2. Cross...

§ 16-10-30. Refusal to Obey Official Request at Fire or Other Emergency - A person in a gathering who refuses to obey the...

§ 16-10-31. Concealing Death of Another Person - A person who, by concealing the death of any other...

§ 16-10-32. Attempted Murder or Threatening of Witnesses in Official Proceedings - shall be guilty of a felony and, upon conviction thereof,...

§ 16-10-33. Removal or Attempted Removal of Weapon From Public Official; Punishment - History. Code 1981, § 16-10-33 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-10-34. Use of Laser Devices Against Law Enforcement Officer - History. Code 1981, § 16-10-34 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 3 - Escape and Other Offenses Related to Confinement

§ 16-10-50. Hindering Apprehension or Punishment of Criminal - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 808.; Code 1863,...

§ 16-10-51. Bail Jumping - History. Code 1933, § 26-2511, enacted by Ga. L. 1980,...

§ 16-10-52. Escape - (a.1) Revocation of probation for conduct in violation of any...

§ 16-10-53. Aiding or Permitting Another to Escape Lawful Custody or Confinement - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 807; Code 1863,...

§ 16-10-54. Assailing, Opposing, or Resisting Officer of the Law in a Penal Institution - A person in the lawful custody of any penal institution...

§ 16-10-55. Persuading, Enticing, Instigating, Aiding, or Abetting Person in a Penal Institution to Commit Mutiny - A person who persuades, entices, instigates, counsels, aids, or abets...

§ 16-10-56. Unlawful Acts of Violence in a Penal Institution - History. Code 1981, § 16-10-56 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 4 - Perjury and Related Offenses

§ 16-10-70. Perjury - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, pp. 804, 805; Code...

§ 16-10-71. False Swearing - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 804; Code 1863,...

§ 16-10-72. Subornation of Perjury or False Swearing - A person commits the offense of subornation of perjury or...

§ 16-10-73. Impersonating Another in the Acknowledgment of Recognizance, Bail, or Judgment - Any person except an attorney of record who shall acknowledge...

Article 5 - Offenses Related to Judicial and Other Proceedings

§ 16-10-90. Compounding a Crime - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 808; Code 1863,...

§ 16-10-91. Embracery - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 809; Code 1863,...

§ 16-10-92. Acceptance of Benefit, Reward, or Consideration by Witness for Changing Testimony or Being Absent From Trial, Hearing, or Other Proceeding - A person who is or may be a witness at...

§ 16-10-93. Influencing Witnesses - History. Ga. L. 1959, p. 34, § 24; Code 1933,...

§ 16-10-94. Tampering With Evidence - History. Code 1933, § 26-2510, enacted by Ga. L. 1974,...

§ 16-10-94.1. Willful Destruction, Alteration, or Falsification of Medical Records - History. Code 1981, § 16-10-94.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-10-96. Impersonating Another in the Course of an Action, Proceeding, or Prosecution - Any person who shall falsely represent or impersonate another and...

§ 16-10-97. Intimidation or Injury of Any Officer in or of Any Court - shall, upon conviction thereof, be punished by a fine of...

§ 16-10-98. Illegal Remuneration of Judges and Law Enforcement Officials - History. Code 1981, § 16-10-98 , enacted by Ga. L....

Chapter 11 - Offenses Against Public Order and Safety

Article 1 - Treason and Other Subversive Activities

Part 1 - General Provisions

§ 16-11-1. Treason - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 782; Code 1863,...

§ 16-11-2. Insurrection - History. Ga. L. 1866, p. 152, §§ 1, 3; Code...

§ 16-11-3. Inciting to Insurrection - History. Ga. L. 1866, p. 152, §§ 2, 4; Code...

§ 16-11-4. Advocating Overthrow of Government - History. Code 1933, § 26-2204, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

Part 2 - Sedition and Subversive Activities

§ 16-11-5. Short Title - This part may be cited as the “Sedition and Subversive...

§ 16-11-6. Definitions - As used in this part, the term: History. Ga. L....

§ 16-11-7. Special Assistant Attorney General for Investigation and Prosecution of Subversive Activities - The Governor, with the concurrence of the Attorney General, is...

§ 16-11-8. Duties Imposed on Prosecuting Attorneys, Commissioner of Public Safety, Sheriffs, and Police to Furnish Information and Assistance; Establishment of Special Enforcement Agencies - For the collection of any evidence and information referred to...

§ 16-11-9. Maintenance of Records by Special Assistant; Classification of Records - The Attorney General shall require the special assistant to maintain...

§ 16-11-10. Grand Jury Investigations - The judge of any court exercising general criminal jurisdiction, when...

§ 16-11-11. Dissolution of Subversive Organizations; Revocation of Charter, Funds, Books, and Records - It shall be unlawful for any subversive organization or foreign...

§ 16-11-12. Eligibility of Subversive Persons to Hold Office or Position in Government - No subversive person shall be eligible for employment in or...

§ 16-11-13. Investigation of All State Employees Prior to Appointment or Employment; Questionnaire; Promulgation of Orders, Rules, and Regulations - History. Ga. L. 1953, Jan.-Feb. Sess., p. 216, § 11;...

§ 16-11-14. False Swearing in Written Statement - History. Ga. L. 1953, Nov.-Dec. Sess., p. 73, § 9;...

§ 16-11-15. Information Concerning Membership of Relative in a Subversive Organization - No person giving any information, whether by answering a questionnaire...

§ 16-11-16. Filing Written Statement - Any questionnaires or statements prepared as provided in Code Section...

Article 2 - Offenses Against Public Order

§ 16-11-30. Riot - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 811; Code 1863,...

§ 16-11-31. Inciting to Riot - History. Code 1933, § 26-2602, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-11-32. Affray - History. Laws 1833, Cobb’s 1851 Digest, p. 811; Code 1863,...

§ 16-11-33. Unlawful Assembly - A person who knowingly participates in either of the following...

§ 16-11-34. Preventing or Disrupting Lawful Meetings, Gatherings, or Processions - History. Code 1933, § 26-2605, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-11-34.1. Preventing or Disrupting General Assembly Sessions or Other Meetings of Members; Unlawful Activities Within the State Capitol or Certain Capitol Square Buildings - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-34.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-11-34.2. Disorderly or Disruptive Conduct at Any Funeral or Memorial Service - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-34.2 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-11-35. Removal From Campus or Facility of Unit of University System or School; Failure to Leave - History. Code 1933, § 26-2615, enacted by Ga. L. 1972,...

§ 16-11-36. Loitering or Prowling - History. Code 1933, § 26-2616, enacted by Ga. L. 1980,...

§ 16-11-37. Terroristic Threats and Acts - History. Ga. L. 1884-85, p. 131, § 1; Ga. L....

§ 16-11-37.1. Dissemination of Information Relating to Terroristic Acts - It shall be unlawful for any person knowingly to furnish...

§ 16-11-38. Wearing Mask, Hood, or Device Which Conceals Identity of Wearer - History. Ga. L. 1951, p. 9, §§ 3, 7; Code...

§ 16-11-39. Disorderly Conduct - History. Code 1863, § 4271; Ga. L. 1865-66, p. 233,...

§ 16-11-39.1. Harassing Communications; Venue; Separate Offenses; Impact on Free Speech - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-39.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-11-39.2. Unlawful Conduct During 9-1-1 Call - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-39.2 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-11-40. Unlawful Use of Emergency Exit Door - It shall be unlawful to use an emergency exit door...

§ 16-11-40.1. Definitions; Identification of Minors; Criminal Offense - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-40.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-11-41. Public Drunkenness - History. Code 1933, § 26-2607, enacted by Ga. L. 1968,...

§ 16-11-42. Refusal to Relinquish Telephone Party Line in Case of Emergency; False Request on Party Line as to Emergency; Warning Printed in Telephone Books - History. Ga. L. 1960, p. 915, §§ 1, 2; Code...

§ 16-11-43. Obstructing Highways, Streets, Sidewalks, or Other Public Passages - A person who, without authority of law, purposely or recklessly...

§ 16-11-43.1. Promoting or Organizing Drag Races or Laying Drags Exhibitions - Any person who knowingly promotes or organizes an exhibition of...

§ 16-11-44. Maintaining a Disorderly House - A person who keeps and maintains, either by himself or...

§ 16-11-45. Use of Laser Against Aircraft - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-45 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 3 - Invasions of Privacy

Part 1 - Wiretapping, Eavesdropping, Surveillance, and Related Offenses

§ 16-11-60. Definitions - As used within this part, the term: History. Ga. L....

§ 16-11-61. Peeping Toms - History. Ga. L. 1919, p. 386, §§ 1, 2; Code...

§ 16-11-62. Eavesdropping, Surveillance, or Intercepting Communication Which Invades Privacy of Another; Divulging Private Message - It shall be unlawful for: History. Ga. L. 1967, p....

§ 16-11-63. Possession, Sale, or Distribution of Eavesdropping Devices - History. Ga. L. 1967, p. 844, § 1; Code 1933,...

§ 16-11-64. Interception of Wire or Oral Transmissions by Law Enforcement Officers - History. Ga. L. 1967, p. 844, § 1; Code 1933,...

§ 16-11-64.1. Application and Issuance of Order Authorizing Installation and Use of Pen Register or Trap and Trace Device - Any district attorney having jurisdiction over the prosecution of the...

§ 16-11-64.2. Emergency Situation and Other Grounds Authorizing Installation and Use of Pen Register or Trap and Trace Device Prior to Order; Time for Order Approving Installation or Use - Any investigative or law enforcement officer, specially designated in writing...

§ 16-11-64.3. Emergency Situation; Application for an Investigation Warrant - then any investigative or law enforcement officer specifically designated by...

§ 16-11-65. License to Intercept Telephonic Communications for Business Service Improvement; Regulatory Powers of Georgia Public Service Commission - History. Ga. L. 1967, p. 844, § 1; Code 1933,...

§ 16-11-66. Interception of Wire, Oral, or Electronic Communication by Party Thereto; Consent Requirements for Recording and Divulging Conversations to Which Child Under 18 Years Is a Party; Parental Exception - A true and correct copy of the recording provided for...

§ 16-11-66.1. Disclosure of Stored Wire or Electronic Communications; Records; Search Warrants; Issuance of Subpoena; Violation - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-66.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-11-67. Admissibility of Evidence Obtained in Violation of Part - No evidence obtained in a manner which violates any of...

§ 16-11-68. Admissibility of Privileged Communications - Nothing contained within this part shall permit the introduction into...

§ 16-11-69. Penalty for Violations of Part - Except as otherwise provided in subsection (d) of Code Section...

§ 16-11-70. Telephone Records Privacy Protection - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-70 , enacted by Ga. L....

Part 2 - Preparation of Federal and State Income Tax Returns

§ 16-11-80. “Business of Preparing Federal or State Income Tax Returns or Assisting Taxpayers in Preparing Such Returns” Defined - For the purposes of this part, a person is engaged...

§ 16-11-81. Disclosure of Information Obtained in Business of Preparing Federal or State Income Tax Returns or Assisting in Preparation - It shall be unlawful for any person, including an individual,...

§ 16-11-82. Contacting Taxpayer to Obtain Written Consent - Contacting a taxpayer to obtain his written consent to disclosure...

§ 16-11-83. Penalty for Violations of Part - Any person violating the provisions of this part shall be...

Part 3 - Invasion of Privacy

§ 16-11-90. Prohibition on Nude or Sexually Explicit Electronic Transmissions - Nothing in this Code section shall be construed to impose...

§ 16-11-91. Use or Installation of Device to Film Underneath or Through an Individual’s Clothing Under Certain Circumstances - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-91 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-11-92. Sexual Extortion - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-92 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 4 - Dangerous Instrumentalities and Practices

Part 1 - General Provisions

§ 16-11-100. Abandoning, Discarding, or Leaving Unattended Containers Which Lock or Fasten Automatically; Abandoning or Discarding Motor Vehicle Which Does Not Have Door or Window Removed - History. Ga. L. 1953, Nov.-Dec. Sess., p. 273, §§ 1,...

§ 16-11-101. Furnishing Knuckles or a Knife to Person Under the Age of 18 Years - A person is guilty of a misdemeanor of a high...

§ 16-11-101.1. Furnishing Pistol or Revolver to Person Under the Age of 18 Years - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-101.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-11-102. Pointing or Aiming Gun or Pistol at Another - A person is guilty of a misdemeanor when he intentionally...

§ 16-11-103. Discharge of Gun or Pistol Near Public Highway; Penalty - History. Ga. L. 1882-83, p. 131, §§ 1, 2; Penal...

§ 16-11-104. Discharge of Firearms on Property of Another - History. Code 1933, § 26-2909.1, enacted by Ga. L. 1977,...

§ 16-11-106. Possession of Firearm or Knife During Commission of or Attempt to Commit Certain Crimes - and which crime is a felony, commits a felony and,...

§ 16-11-107. Harming a Law Enforcement Animal - (2.1) “Dangerous weapon” shall have the same meaning as provided...

§ 16-11-107.1. Harassment of Assistance Dog by Humans or Other Dogs; Penalty - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-107.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-11-108. Misuse of Firearm or Archery Tackle While Hunting - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-108 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-11-109. Activities Prohibited to Person Charged With Violation of Subsection (A) of Code Section 16-11-108; Penalty for Violation of Code Section; Surrender of Hunting License - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-109 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-11-110. Revocation of Hunting License for Violation of Subsection (A) of Code Section 16-11-108 or Subsection (A) of Code Section 16-11-109 - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-110 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-11-111. “Anhydrous Ammonia” Defined; Crime for Possession - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-111 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-11-112. Vehicles With False or Secret Compartments - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-112 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 16-11-113. Offense of Transferring Firearm to Individual Other Than Actual Buyer - History. Code 1981, § 16-11-113 , enacted by Ga. L....

Part 2 - Possession of Dangerous Weapons

§ 16-11-120. Short Title - This part shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 16-11-121. Definitions - As used in this part, the term: History. Ga. L....

§ 16-11-122. Possession of Sawed-Off Shotgun or Rifle, Machine Gun, Silencer, or Dangerous Weapon Prohibited - No person shall have in his possession any sawed-off shotgun,...

§ 16-11-123. Unlawful Possession of Firearms or Weapons - A person commits the offense of unlawful possession of firearms...

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Georgia Code Title 16 - Crimes and Offenses

Georgia Code
Title 16 - Crimes and Offenses