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Chapter 1 - General Provisions
§ 35-1-1. Definitions - As used in this title, the term:
§ 35-1-2. Examination of Sexual Assault Victims; Reports - History. Code 1981, § 35-1-2 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-1-3. Subsistence Allowance for Law Enforcement Officers - History. Ga. L. 1956, p. 741, §§ 1, 3. Editor’s...
§ 35-1-4. Requirements for Reporting Stolen Motor Vehicles and License Plates; Notice to Owner Upon Recovery; Rules and Regulations; Failure of Law Enforcement Officer to Report; Effect on Georgia Crime Information Center - History. Ga. L. 1966, p. 733, §§ 2-4; Ga. L....
§ 35-1-5. Unauthorized Use of Wavelength of Radio System Adopted by Department or Georgia Bureau of Investigation - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 322, art. 3, § 1;...
§ 35-1-6. Appointment of Nonuniformed Investigators; Salaries; Status; Assignment; Powers - History. Ga. L. 1981, p. 1450, § 2; Ga. L....
§ 35-1-7. Liability of Law Enforcement Officers Performing Duties at the Scene of an Emergency - History. Code 1933, § 3-1004.3, enacted by Ga. L. 1981,...
§ 35-1-8. Acquisition, Collection, Classification, and Preservation of Information Assisting in Identifying Deceased Persons and Locating Missing Persons - History. Code 1981, § 35-1-8 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-1-9. Utilization of Alarm Verification Required - History. Code 1981, § 35-1-9 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-1-10. Training in Investigation of Family Violence Incidents - History. Code 1981, § 35-1-10 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-1-11. Police Volunteers for Traffic Control; Training Required - An elected sheriff or police chief of a local law...
§ 35-1-12. Chief of Police or Law Enforcement Head; Exception - Any county, municipality, or other public subdivision of this state...
§ 35-1-13. Completion and Transmission of Reports From Victims of Identity Fraud - Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any law enforcement agency...
§ 35-1-14. Written Policies for Emergency Pursuits - On and after January 1, 2004, each state, county, and...
§ 35-1-15. Fresh Pursuit by Law Enforcement Officers; Authority and Responsibilities of Officers; Applicability - History. Code 1981, § 35-1-15 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-1-16. Training Law Enforcement Officers Investigating Crimes Involving Trafficking Persons for Labor or Sexual Servitude - History. Code 1981, § 35-1-16 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-1-17. Local Law Enforcement Agencies to Enter Into Agreements With Federal Agencies for the Enforcement of Immigration Laws - History. Code 1981, § 35-1-17 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-1-18. Prohibition on Minimum Waiting Periods for Initiating Missing Person Report - No law enforcement agency shall implement a policy or practice...
§ 35-1-19. Disclosure of Arrest Booking Photographs Prohibited - History. Code 1981, § 35-1-19 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-1-20. Retention of Weapons by Officers Following Employment - History. Code 1981, § 35-1-20 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-1-21. Development of Guidelines and Procedures for Training in Identifying Domestic Terrorism and Reporting Information to Georgia Information Sharing and Analysis Center - History. Code 1981, § 35-1-21 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-1-22. Prohibition on Law Enforcement Retaining License Plate Data Obtained From Automated License Plate Recognition Systems; Limited Use of Data; Public Disclosure Prohibited - History. Code 1981, § 35-1-22 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-1-23. Law Enforcement Agencies Required to Enter Certain Information Into Federal Violent Criminal Apprehension Program; Removal of Information; Applicability - Such information shall be updated with any new developments in...
Chapter 2 - Department of Public Safety
Article 1 - General Provisions
§ 35-2-1. Creation of Board of Public Safety; Composition; Appointment and Terms of Office of Members - History. Ga. L. 1972, p. 1015, §§ 18, 1609; Ga....
§ 35-2-2. Creation of Department of Public Safety - There is created a Department of Public Safety. History. Ga....
§ 35-2-3. Commissioner of Public Safety—creation; Appointment and Removal; Powers and Duties; Rules and Regulations - History. Ga. L. 1972, p. 1015, § 1602; Ga. L....
§ 35-2-4. Commissioner of Public Safety — Membership in Uniform Division; Reversion to Original Rank Upon Removal Without Prejudice From Office - The commissioner may be a member of the Uniform Division...
§ 35-2-5. Commissioner of Public Safety — Rank in Uniform Division; Chief Officer - As prescribed by the board, the commissioner may rank as...
§ 35-2-6. Employment of Temporary Expert Assistance - In perfecting the organization of the department or any division...
§ 35-2-7. Deputy Commissioner of Public Safety — Appointment; Term of Office; Rank; Membership in Uniform Division; Duties; Oath - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 332, art. 1, § 5;...
§ 35-2-8. Comptroller — Appointment; Membership in Uniform Division Prohibited; Bond - The commissioner shall appoint a comptroller to ensure the proper...
§ 35-2-9. Payment of Medical and Other Similar Expenses of Members of Georgia State Patrol Injured in Line of Duty; Procedure - The department is authorized to pay all medical, surgical, hospital,...
§ 35-2-10. Awards to Employees for Outstanding Service, Heroism, or Other Exemplary Acts; Maximum Amount of Award; Promulgation of Rules and Regulations for Granting Awards - History. Ga. L. 1977, p. 246, §§ 1, 2.
§ 35-2-11. Commissioner Authorized to Provide and Equip Lecturers for Lectures and Demonstrations in Public Schools - The commissioner is authorized to furnish one or more lecturers...
§ 35-2-12. Contribution to Political Campaigns by Employees of Department - No person in the employ of the department shall, either...
§ 35-2-13. Headquarters for Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner of Public Safety and Divisions - The department is authorized to provide comfortable and accessible headquarters...
§ 35-2-14. “Peace Officer” Defined; Enforcement of Immigration and Custom Laws - History. Code 1981, § 35-2-14 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-2-15. Off-Duty Use of Motor Vehicles and Other Equipment by Certain Law Enforcement Officers; Conditions for Use; Rules and Regulations - History. Code 1981, § 35-2-15 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-2-16. Subsistence and per Diem for Employees; Retention of Badge and Weapon Upon Retirement; Salary Increases; Impact on Other Statutory Provisions - History. Code 1981, § 35-2-16 , enacted by Ga. L....
Article 2 - Georgia State Patrol
§ 35-2-30. Creation and Designation - There is created and established a division of the Department...
§ 35-2-31. Composition - The Uniform Division of the Department of Public Safety shall...
§ 35-2-32. Jurisdiction; Primary Duty; Patrolling of Safety Rest Areas and Welcome Centers - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 322, art. 2, § 14;...
§ 35-2-33. Additional Duties - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 322, art. 2, §§ 14,...
§ 35-2-34. Composition of Headquarters Staff - The headquarters staff shall be composed of the commissioner, deputy...
§ 35-2-35. Performance of Clerical Duties by Headquarters Staff; Transfer of Members of Headquarters Staff by Commissioner - The clerical duties at headquarters shall be performed by the...
§ 35-2-36. Composition of Battalion; Rank of Battalion Personnel; Employment of Recruits or Cadets by Commissioner; Promulgation of Rules and Regulations as to Enlistment and Training of Recruits or Cadets - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 322, art. 2, § 2;...
§ 35-2-36.1. Auxiliary Service of the Uniform Division; Appointment of Members; Salary; Authority and Powers; Equipment; Eligibility - History. Code 1981, § 35-2-36.1 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-2-37. Employment of Communications Officers to Support Battalion Generally - To support the battalion, the commissioner, with the approval of...
§ 35-2-38. Division of State Into Districts or Divisions by Commissioner - The commissioner, with the approval of the board, is authorized...
§ 35-2-39. Provision of Barracks and Quarters for Officers and Troopers of Uniform Division - The commissioner is authorized, with the approval of the board,...
§ 35-2-40. Purchase, Lease, or Construction of Barracks and Equipment for Districts or Divisions; Acceptance of Property, Equipment, or Services - In the event any district or division headquarters is established...
§ 35-2-41. Municipality and County Purchase or Conveyance of Property for Use as Division or District Headquarters; Effect if Property Has Reversionary Clause; Approval of Contracts - Subject to the provisions of Code Section 35-2-41.1, any municipality...
§ 35-2-41.1. Donation or Conveyance of Property, Equipment, or Services to the Department; Procedure - History. Code 1981, § 35-2-41.1 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-2-42. Personnel Administration - All members of the Uniform Division, all communications officers, and...
§ 35-2-44. Enlistment, Examination, Preliminary Training, Subsequent Instruction, and Rules and Regulations for Discipline and Conduct of Recruits and Troopers of Uniform Division - It shall be the duty of the commissioner, subject to...
§ 35-2-45. Promotions of Personnel in Uniform Division - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 322, art. 2, § 4;...
§ 35-2-46. Dismissal of Officers, Troopers, and Communications Officers - All officers, troopers, and communications officers who are in the...
§ 35-2-47. Suspension Pending Dismissal - All officers, troopers, and communications officers who are in the...
§ 35-2-49. Provision of Uniforms and Equipment to Sworn Members of the Department of Public Safety and Radio Operators; Retention of Weapons and Badges Upon Retirement - The commissioner shall, within the limit of the appropriation, provide...
§ 35-2-49.1. Retention of Badge and Weapon by Disabled Law Enforcement Officer - History. Code 1981, § 35-2-49.1 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-2-50. Purchasing of Uniforms, Supplies, and Equipment - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 322, art. 2, § 9;...
§ 35-2-51. Storeroom for Excess Clothing, Equipment, and Other Articles; Disposition of Old and Worn Equipment - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 322, art. 2, § 9;...
§ 35-2-52. Clothing Allowance for Members of Uniform Division Assigned Permanently to Personal Security or Special Duty Assignments - The commissioner, at his discretion and subject to available funds,...
§ 35-2-53. Members of Uniform Division to Receive No Costs or Emoluments; Exception for Rewards; Payment and Distribution of Fines and Costs - No member of the Uniform Division of the Department of...
§ 35-2-54. Purchase of Group Insurance - History. Ga. L. 1941, p. 277, § 1; Ga. L....
§ 35-2-55. Compensatory Time Off for Members of Uniform Division Working on State Holiday - The commissioner is authorized and directed to arrange the work...
§ 35-2-57. Use of Retired Unmarked Pursuit Cars for Training - When an unmarked pursuit vehicle used by the Georgia State...
§ 35-2-58. Approval by Board to Sell or Trade Surplus Motor Vehicles Towards Purchase of New Motor Vehicles - History. Code 1981, § 35-2-58 , enacted by Ga. L....
Article 3 - Security Guard Division
§ 35-2-70. Establishment - The commissioner is authorized, with the approval of the board,...
§ 35-2-71. Powers and Duties of Security Guards - History. Ga. L. 1968, p. 475, § 4; Ga. L....
§ 35-2-72. Compensation, Uniforms, and Equipment of Security Guards - All persons employed as security guards shall be compensated in...
§ 35-2-73. Security Guards for Protection of Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Speaker of the House, and Their Families and Executive Department; Transportation of Family Members at State Expense - History. Ga. L. 1968, p. 475, § 1; Ga. L....
§ 35-2-74. Governor to Prescribe Coverage by State Personnel Board - History. Ga. L. 1968, p. 475, § 6; Ga. L....
§ 35-2-75. Adoption of Rules, Regulations, and Orders by Board - The board shall be authorized to promulgate and adopt such...
Article 4 - Department of Public Safety Nomenclature
§ 35-2-80. Short Title - This article shall be known and may be cited as...
§ 35-2-81. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1981,...
§ 35-2-82. Permission Required for Use of Department Nomenclature - Whoever, except with the written permission of the commissioner, knowingly...
§ 35-2-83. Permission Required for Use of Department Symbols - Any person who uses or displays any symbol, including any...
§ 35-2-84. Procedure for Seeking Permission to Use Department Nomenclature or Symbols - Any person wishing permission to use either department nomenclature or...
§ 35-2-85. Injunctions Against Violations - Whenever there shall be an actual or threatened violation of...
§ 35-2-86. Civil Penalties - In addition to any other relief or sanction for a...
§ 35-2-87. Damage Suits Against Violators - Any person who has given money or any other item...
§ 35-2-88. Criminal Penalties - Any person who violates the provisions of this article shall...
Article 5 - Motor Carrier Compliance Division
§ 35-2-100. Creation; Members Designated as Law Enforcement Officers - There shall be created and established a division of the...
§ 35-2-101. Jurisdiction; Duties and Powers; Use of Dogs to Detect Controlled Substances - History. Code 1981, § 35-2-101 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-2-102. Weight Inspector Positions; Training; Powers and Responsibilities; Presence of Certified Peace Officer - The detention authorized by this paragraph shall be for the...
Article 6 - Capitol Police Division
§ 35-2-120. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1981,...
§ 35-2-121. Establishment of Capitol Police Division; Staffing - There is created and established a division of the Department...
§ 35-2-122. Jurisdiction; Duties; Power - History. Code 1981, § 35-2-122 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-2-124. Reimbursement to the Department for Costs - The Georgia Building Authority shall reimburse the department for the...
Article 7 - State Aviation Operations
§ 35-2-140. Transfer of Certain Personnel, Aircraft, and Other Assets From the Georgia Aviation Authority to the Department of Public Safety - History. Code 1981, § 35-2-140 , enacted by Ga. L....
Article 8 - Office of Public Safety Support
§ 35-2-160. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1981,...
§ 35-2-161. Office of Public Safety Support Established - There is established the Office of Public Safety Support within...
§ 35-2-162. Support Coordinator - The support coordinator shall be appointed by and be under...
§ 35-2-163. Peer Counseling and Critical Incident Support Services; Certification; Employment of Necessary Staff - History. Code 1981, § 35-2-163 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-2-164. Provision and Designation of Office Space, Personnel, Supplies, and Materials; Policies and Procedures - The commissioner is authorized to provide and designate for the...
Chapter 3 - Georgia Bureau of Investigation
§ 35-3-1. Definitions - As used in this chapter, the term: History. Code 1981,...
§ 35-3-2. Creation - There is created a Georgia Bureau of Investigation which shall...
§ 35-3-3. Divisions of Bureau - The Georgia Bureau of Investigation shall be composed of the...
§ 35-3-4. Powers and Duties of Bureau Generally - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 322, art. 3, § 1;...
§ 35-3-4.1. Subpoena for Production of Electronic Communication Service Records for Computer or Electronic Device Used in Furtherance of Certain Offenses Against Minors - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-4.1 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-4.2. Subpoena Authority for Investigating Fraudulent Real Estate Transactions - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-4.2 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-4.3. Subpoena Power for Investigations of Violations Involving Trafficking of Persons for Labor or Sexual Servitude - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-4.3 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-4.4. Issuance of a Subpoena; Failure to Comply - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-4.4 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-4.5. Subpoena for Voting Records; Audit; Penalty for Noncompliance - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-4.5 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-5. Director — Creation; Appointment and Removal; Powers and Duties - History. Ga. L. 1974, p. 109, § 2; Ga. L....
§ 35-3-6. Director — Unclassified Service; Compensation - The director shall be in the unclassified service as defined...
§ 35-3-7. Agreements by Director and Commissioner for Provision of Services and Material - The director and the commissioner of public safety are authorized...
§ 35-3-8. Powers of Agents of Bureau Generally - History. Ga. L. 1980, p. 420, § 1; Ga. L....
§ 35-3-8.1. Power of Bureau to Assist Other Law Enforcement Agencies - Upon request of the governing authority or chief law enforcement...
§ 35-3-9. Narcotics Agents - History. Ga. L. 1973, p. 544, § 1; Ga. L....
§ 35-3-10. Participation by Bureau Personnel and Director in Employees’ Retirement System of Georgia - All personnel and the director of the bureau are authorized...
§ 35-3-11. Applicability of Merit System to Agents of Bureau; Retention of Badge and Weapon by Disabled Agent - History. Ga. L. 1974, p. 109, § 2; Ga. L....
§ 35-3-12. Payment of Medical and Similar Expenses of Members Injured in Line of Duty; Procedure - The bureau is authorized to pay all medical, surgical, hospital,...
§ 35-3-13. Requests for Investigation of Criminal Matters and Crime Related Fires; Access to Local Services and Records - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 322, art. 3, § 1;...
§ 35-3-14. Bureau to Publicly Post and Share on Website Certain Information From Law Enforcement Notification System of United States Department of Homeland Security - To the extent permitted by federal law, the bureau shall...
Article 2 - Georgia Crime Information Center
§ 35-3-30. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: (1.1) “Center” means...
§ 35-3-31. Establishment of Center; Staff and Equipment Generally; State Personnel Board Status of Personnel - History. Ga. L. 1973, p. 1301, § 2; Ga. L....
§ 35-3-32. Establishment of Council; Composition; Duties and Responsibilities of Council Generally - History. Ga. L. 1973, p. 1301, § 5; Ga. L....
§ 35-3-33. Powers and Duties of Center Generally - (16.1) Provide at least quarterly to each clerk of superior...
§ 35-3-34. Disclosure and Dissemination of Criminal Records to Private Persons and Businesses; Resulting Responsibility and Liability of Issuing Center; Provision of Certain Information to the Fbi in Conjunction With the National Instant Criminal Bac... - (d.1) Reserved. (d.2) When identifying information provided is sufficient to...
§ 35-3-34.1. Circumstances When Exonerated First Offender’s Criminal Record May Be Disclosed - When a defendant has been exonerated and discharged without court...
§ 35-3-34.2. Exchange of National Criminal History Background Checks on Providers of Care to Children, the Elderly, and Persons With Disabilities - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-34.2 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-35. Disclosure and Dissemination of Records to Public Agencies and Political Subdivisions; Responsibility and Liability of Issuing Center - (1.1) Make criminal history records maintained by the center available...
§ 35-3-35.1. Superseded - Code Commission notes. The enactment of Code Section 35-3-35.1 by...
§ 35-3-36. Duties of State Criminal Justice Agencies as to Submission of Fingerprints, Photographs, and Other Identifying Data to Center; Responsibility for Accuracy - History. Ga. L. 1973, p. 1301, § 4; Ga. L....
§ 35-3-37. Review of Individual’s Criminal History Record Information; Definitions; Privacy Considerations; Written Application Requesting Review; Inspection - (ii) The center does not receive notice from the arresting...
§ 35-3-38. Unauthorized Requests or Disclosures of Criminal History Record Information; Disclosure of Techniques Used to Ensure Security or Privacy of Criminal History Records - History. Ga. L. 1973, p. 1301, § 7; Ga. L....
§ 35-3-39. Effect of Neglect or Refusal of Official to Act as Required by Article - Any officer or official mentioned in this article who shall...
§ 35-3-39.1. National Crime Prevention and Privacy Compact; Ratification; Criminal History Records Repository - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-39.1 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-40. Construction of Article - History. Ga. L. 1973, p. 1301, § 9.
Article 3 - Antiterrorism Task Force
§ 35-3-60. Short Title - This article shall be known and may be cited as...
§ 35-3-61. Legislative Findings; Purpose; Liberal Construction - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-61 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-62. “Terroristic Act” Defined - As used in this article, the term “terroristic act” means...
§ 35-3-63. Creation of Task Force; Purposes - There is established a special Antiterrorism Task Force within the...
§ 35-3-64. Confidentiality of Investigative Reports and Identity of Agents - All efforts shall be made to maintain the confidentiality of...
§ 35-3-65. Authority to Work With Other Law Enforcement Agencies - The Antiterrorism Task Force shall be authorized to work with...
Article 4 - Missing Children Information Center
§ 35-3-80. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1981,...
§ 35-3-81. Establishment, Development, Maintenance, and Operation of Center; Staff - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-81 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-82. Powers and Duties - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-82 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-83. Missing Child Reports - Upon the filing of a police report by the parent,...
§ 35-3-84. Sending Information to Center - Every law enforcement agency and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation...
§ 35-3-85. Registration of Related Organizations - Any public or private organization which makes lists of or...
Article 5 - Georgia Bureau of Investigation Nomenclature
§ 35-3-100. Short Title - This article shall be known and may be cited as...
§ 35-3-101. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1981,...
§ 35-3-102. Permission Required for Use of Bureau Nomenclature - Whoever, except with the written permission of the director, knowingly...
§ 35-3-103. Permission Required for Use of Bureau Symbols - Any person who uses or displays any symbol, including any...
§ 35-3-104. Procedures for Seeking Permission to Use Bureau Nomenclature or Symbols - Any person wishing permission to use either bureau nomenclature or...
§ 35-3-105. Injunction Against Violations - Whenever there shall be an actual or threatened violation of...
§ 35-3-106. Civil Penalties - In addition to any other relief or sanction for a...
§ 35-3-107. Damage Suits Against Violators - Any person who has given money or any other item...
§ 35-3-108. Criminal Penalties - Any person who violates the provisions of this article shall...
Article 6 - Division of Forensic Sciences
§ 35-3-150. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1981,...
§ 35-3-151. Responsibilities - The Division of Forensic Sciences of the Georgia Bureau of...
§ 35-3-152. Appointment, Powers, and Responsibilities of Division Director - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-152 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-153. Chief Medical Examiner Office Created; Appointment; Responsibilities - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-153 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-154. Division Requirements - The division shall: History. Code 1981, § 35-3-154 , enacted...
§ 35-3-154.1. Admission of Reports From State Crime Laboratory - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-154.1 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-155. Application of Administrative Procedure Act - Unless otherwise specifically provided by law, technical, scientific, and similar...
Article 6A - Dna Sampling, Collection, and Analysis
§ 35-3-160. Dna Analysis in Felony Convictions and Certain Felony Charges; Performance of Tests - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-160 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-161. Time and Procedure for Withdrawal of Blood Samples - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-161 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-162. Procedure for Analysis and Storage of Blood Sample; Use of Remainder of Sample Not Subjected to Analysis; Confidentiality of Results - Whether or not the results of an analysis are to...
§ 35-3-163. Dissemination of Information in Data Bank to Law Enforcement Officials; Comparison of Profile; Request for Search; Separate Statistical Data Base Authorized; Fee for Search and Comparative Analysis - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-163 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-164. Unlawful Dissemination or Use of Information; Obtaining Sample Without Authority - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-164 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-165. Expungement of Dna Profile in Data Bank; Requirements - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-165 , enacted by Ga. L....
Article 7 - State-Wide Alert System for Missing Disabled Adults
§ 35-3-170. Short Title - This article shall be known and may be cited as...
§ 35-3-171. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1981,...
§ 35-3-172. Development and Implementation of State-Wide Alert System for Disabled Adults and Medically Endangered Persons - History. Code 1981, § 38-3-112, enacted by Ga. L. 2006,...
§ 35-3-173. Director to Be State-Wide Coordinator for Alert System - History. Code 1981, § 38-3-113, enacted by Ga. L. 2006,...
§ 35-3-174. Time for Reporting Elopement of Disabled Person From Personal Care Home and Assisted Living Community - The staff of personal care homes and assisted living communities...
§ 35-3-175. Recruitment of Media, Private and Governmental Entities, and Others for Assistance in Developing and Implementing Alert System; Contractual Agreements for System Support - History. Code 1981, § 38-3-114, enacted by Ga. L. 2006,...
§ 35-3-176. Criteria for Activating Alert System - History. Code 1981, § 38-3-115, enacted by Ga. L. 2006,...
§ 35-3-177. Verification That Criteria for Activation Have Been Met - Before requesting activation of the alert system, a law enforcement...
§ 35-3-178. Obligations of Agencies Participating in Alert System; Participation of Georgia Lottery Corporation in Disseminating Alert Information Through Retail Establishments - History. Code 1981, § 38-3-117, enacted by Ga. L. 2006,...
§ 35-3-179. Termination of Alert System With Respect to Particular Disabled Adult or Medically Endangered Person - The director shall terminate any activation of the alert system...
§ 35-3-180. Immunity From Civil Damages for Dissemination of Alert Information - History. Code 1981, § 38-3-119, enacted by Ga. L. 2006,...
Article 8 - Alert Systems for Unapprehended Suspects
§ 35-3-190. State-Wide Alert System for Unapprehended Murder or Rape Suspects Determined to Be Serious Public Threats - History. Code 1981, § 38-3-120 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-191. State-Wide Alert System for Suspects of Crimes Involving Death or Serious Injury of Peace Officer; Alert System for Missing Peace Officer - The area of the alert may be less than state...
Article 9 - Georgia Information Sharing and Analysis Center
§ 35-3-200. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1981,...
§ 35-3-201. Georgia Information Sharing and Analysis Center Established; Purpose - There is established the Georgia Information Sharing and Analysis Center...
§ 35-3-203. Cooperative Activities of Center - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-203 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-3-204. Membership; Availability of Analysts - History. Code 1981, § 35-3-204 , enacted by Ga. L....
Chapter 4 - Georgia Police Academy
§ 35-4-1. Short Title - This chapter shall be known as and may be cited...
§ 35-4-2. Definitions - As used in this chapter, the term: History. Ga. L....
§ 35-4-3. Academy Assigned to Department for Administrative Purposes - The academy is assigned to the Department of Public Safety...
§ 35-4-4. Powers and Duties of Board as to Establishment, Operation, and Maintenance of Academy Generally - History. Ga. L. 1962, p. 535, § 4; Ga. L....
§ 35-4-5. Acceptance of Gifts, Grants, Donations, Property, and Services by Board - The board is authorized to accept gifts, grants, donations, property,...
§ 35-4-6. Selection, Powers, and Duties of Superintendent of Academy - History. Ga. L. 1962, p. 535, § 5; Ga. L....
§ 35-4-7. Academy Training Programs Available to Police and Other Persons; Fees and Enrollment at Academy; State, Municipalities, and Counties Authorized to Pay Academy Fees - History. Ga. L. 1962, p. 535, § 6; Ga. L....
§ 35-4-8. Training Program for Coroners and Deputy Coroners - Subject to rules and regulations prescribed by the board, the...
§ 35-4-9. Attendance Not Required; Academy Training Programs Not to Supersede Other Programs - It is not the intention of this chapter that it...
Chapter 5 - Georgia Public Safety Training Center
§ 35-5-1. Short Title - This chapter shall be known and may be cited as...
§ 35-5-2. Board Authorized to Establish, Operate, and Maintain Center; Powers of Board as to Selection and Compensation of Administrator - History. Ga. L. 1980, p. 429, § 2; Ga. L....
§ 35-5-3. Assignment to Department of Public Safety for Administrative Purposes; Authorization to Solicit and Accept Gifts, Grants, Donations, Property, and Services - History. Ga. L. 1980, p. 429, § 4; Ga. L....
§ 35-5-4. Powers and Duties of Administrator - The administrator of the center shall select the necessary staff...
§ 35-5-5. Center Available for Use by Certain Personnel; Fees; Enrollment; Authorization for Expenditure of Funds; Powers and Duties - History. Ga. L. 1980, p. 429, § 5; Ga. L....
§ 35-5-6. Effect of Chapter on Powers of Board of Corrections, State Board of Pardons and Paroles, and Technical College System of Georgia - Nothing in this chapter shall be considered as altering current...
§ 35-5-7. Security Police Force - History. Code 1981, § 35-5-7 , enacted by Ga. L....
Chapter 6 - State Victim Services Commission
§ 35-6-1. Creation and Responsibility - There is created the State Victim Services Commission. Such commission...
§ 35-6-2. Membership of Commission; Terms of Members; Procedure - History. Code 1981, § 35-6-2 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-6-3. Powers and Duties of Commission; Ombudsman Program - History. Code 1981, § 35-6-3 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-6-4. Responsibility of State Auditor; Inspection of Documentation - History. Code 1981, § 35-6-4 , enacted by Ga. L....
Chapter 6A - Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
§ 35-6A-1. Legislative Intent - The General Assembly finds that the high incidence of crime...
§ 35-6A-2. Creation; Assignment to Georgia Bureau of Investigation; Definitions - History. Ga. L. 1981, p. 1306, § 2; Ga. L....
§ 35-6A-3. Membership; Vacancies; Membership Not Bar to Holding Public Office - History. Ga. L. 1981, p. 1306, § 3; Ga. L....
§ 35-6A-4. Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson; Meetings; Minutes and Records; Rules - The business of the council shall be conducted in the...
§ 35-6A-5. Compensation and Expense Allowance for Members - Members of the council shall serve without compensation but shall...
§ 35-6A-6. Appointment of Director; Power and Duties - History. Ga. L. 1981, p. 1306, § 6.
§ 35-6A-7. Functions and Authority of Council - The council is vested with the following functions and authority:...
§ 35-6A-8. Limitations on Authority of Council - Notwithstanding any provision in this chapter to the contrary, the...
§ 35-6A-9. Preparation of Budget Requests; Appropriations; Gifts, Grants, and Donations of Property and Services - History. Ga. L. 1981, p. 1306, § 9; Ga. L....
§ 35-6A-10. Incentives for Using Federal Department of Homeland Security’s Secure Communities Initiative; Obligations of Council - History. Code 1981, § 35-6A-10 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-6A-11. Advisory Board Created; Membership - History. Code 1981, § 35-6A-11 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-6A-12. Role of the Advisory Board - The advisory board shall: History. Code 1981, § 35-6A-12 ,...
§ 35-6A-15. Grant Program for Recovery of Transportation Costs to Emergency Treatment Facilities - Subject to appropriations, the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council shall establish...
Chapter 8 - Employment and Training of Peace Officers
§ 35-8-1. Short Title - This chapter shall be known and may be cited as...
§ 35-8-2. Definitions - As used in this chapter, the term: (4.1) “Detention facility”...
§ 35-8-3. Establishment of Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council; Membership; Organization; Administrative Assignment to Department of Public Safety - History. Ga. L. 1970, p. 208, § 3; Ga. L....
§ 35-8-4. Officers of Council; Quorum; Minutes of Meetings and Records; Reports to Governor and General Assembly - The business of the council shall be conducted in the...
§ 35-8-5. Compensation of Members of Council - The members of the council shall receive no salary but...
§ 35-8-6. Appointment of Executive Director of Council; Contracts for Services; Personnel; Investigators; Subpoenas; Funding; Gifts, Grants, or Donations - History. Ga. L. 1970, p. 208, § 7; Ga. L....
§ 35-8-7. Powers and Duties of Council Generally - The council is vested with the following powers and duties:...
§ 35-8-7.1. Authority of Council to Refuse Certificate to Applicant or to Discipline Council Certified Officer or Exempt Officer; Grounds; Restoration of Certificate; Emergency Suspension of Certification; Notice of Investigation; Retention of Record... - History. Code 1981, § 35-8-7.1 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-8-7.2. Administrative Procedure; Hearings; Review - History. Code 1981, § 35-8-7.2 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-8-7.3. Civil Suits by Peace Officers - A peace officer shall have the right to bring a...
§ 35-8-7.4. Bias Motivated Intimidation of First Responders; Prosecution and Penalty - History. Code 1981, § 35-8-7.4 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-8-8. Requirements for Appointment or Certification of Persons as Peace Officers and Preemployment Attendance at Basic Training Course; “Employment Related Information” Defined - History. Ga. L. 1970, p. 208, § 8; Ga. L....
§ 35-8-9. Completion of Basic Training Course Required; Acceptance of Other Instruction; Effect of Failure to Complete Basic Training Requirements; Limitation - History. Ga. L. 1970, p. 208, § 9; Ga. L....
§ 35-8-10. Applicability and Effect of Certification Requirements Generally; Requirements as to Exempt Persons - History. Ga. L. 1970, p. 208, § 13; Ga. L....
§ 35-8-11. Basic Course to Be Completed at Schools Certified by Council - The basic course provided for in Code Section 35-8-9 shall...
§ 35-8-12. Certification to Use Speed Detection Devices; Withdrawal or Suspension of Certificate - History. Ga. L. 1980, p. 979, § 3; Ga. L....
§ 35-8-13.1. Training and Certification of Municipal Probation Officers - History. Code 1981, § 35-8-13.1 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-8-15. Preparation and Maintenance of Employment Records by Law Enforcement Units and Council; Release of Records - History. Ga. L. 1970, p. 208, § 12; Ga. L....
§ 35-8-16. Effect of Standards and Training Requirements Provided in Chapter; Adoption of Additional Requirements by Law Enforcement Units - This chapter establishes only the minimum qualification standards and training...
§ 35-8-17. Effect of Peace Officer’s Failure to Comply With Chapter Generally; Civil Actions Against Noncomplying Peace Officers and Law Enforcement Units - History. Ga. L. 1970, p. 208, § 15; Ga. L....
§ 35-8-18. Applicability of Chapter to Emergency Peace Officers - This chapter shall not apply to emergency peace officers. History....
§ 35-8-19. Appointment of Citizen of Adjoining State as Peace Officer - In each city of this state adjacent to the State...
§ 35-8-20. Training Requirements for Police Chiefs, Department Heads, and Wardens; Effect of Failure to Fulfill Training Requirement; Waiver of Requirements - History. Code 1981, § 35-8-20 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-8-20.1. Training for Police Chiefs and Department Heads Appointed After June 30, 1999; Waivers - History. Code 1981, § 35-8-20.1 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-8-21. Training Requirements for Peace Officers; Waiver; Exemption for Retired Peace Officers; Confirmation of Training - History. Code 1981, § 35-8-21 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-8-21.1. Use of Retired Peace and Correctional Officers in Emergency or Disaster; Training; Immunities; Compensation; Power of Arrest - History. Code 1981, § 35-8-21.1 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-8-22. Reimbursement of Training Expenses by Subsequent Employer of Peace Officer; Collection Procedure; Required Documentation - History. Code 1981, § 35-8-22 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-8-23. Basic Training Course for Communications Officers; Certification Requirements; Duties of Council; Rules and Regulations - History. Code 1981, § 35-8-23 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-8-24. Training Requirements for Jail Officers and Juvenile Correctional Officers - History. Code 1981, § 35-8-24 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-8-25. Training and Certification of Bomb Technicians, Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians, and Animal Handlers; Intergovernmental Assistance Agreements - History. Code 1981, § 35-8-25 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-8-26. [For Effective Date, See note.] Taser and Electronic Control Weapons; Requirements for Use; Establishment of Policies; Training - History. Code 1981, § 35-8-26 , enacted by Ga. L....
§ 35-8-27. Training Requirements for School Resource Officers - History. Code 1981, § 35-8-27 , enacted by Ga. L....
Chapter 9 - Special Policemen
§ 35-9-1. Definitions - As used in this chapter, the term “appointing authority” means...
§ 35-9-2. Appointment of Special Policemen Upon Application of Governor or Subdivision of Another State - Upon the application of the governor of any state or...
§ 35-9-3. Form and Content of Application for Appointment - Applications under Code Section 35-9-2 shall be made in writing...
§ 35-9-4. Qualifications for Appointment - No person shall be appointed a special policeman under Code...
§ 35-9-5. Issuance of Certificate of Appointment; Effect of Certificate - History. Ga. L. 1943, p. 595, § 3; Ga. L....
§ 35-9-6. Oath of Office - Each person appointed under Code Sections 35-9-2 through 35-9-5, this...
§ 35-9-7. Compensation - The compensation of a special policeman shall be fixed in...
§ 35-9-8. Status as Employee of State - Each person appointed as a special policeman under Code Sections...
§ 35-9-9. Powers and Duties Generally; Wearing of Special Badge; Reporting of Change of Address - History. Ga. L. 1943, p. 595, § 5; Ga. L....
§ 35-9-10. Special Policemen Subject to Rules and Regulations of Appointing Authority - Every special policeman appointed under Code Sections 35-9-2 through 35-9-9,...
§ 35-9-11. Termination and Revocation of Appointment - History. Ga. L. 1943, p. 595, § 8; Ga. L....
§ 35-9-12. Immunity of State From Liability for Acts or Omissions - Neither this state nor any political subdivision of this state...
§ 35-9-13. Governor Authorized to Apply to Other States for Appointment of Special Policemen; Liability for Compensation; Effect of Proceedings Upon Provision of Normal Police Protection by Other State - History. Ga. L. 1943, p. 595, § 10.
§ 35-9-14. Exercise of Powers by Person Knowing of Revocation of Appointment; Effect of Filing and Mailing of Notice of Revocation of Appointment - Any person knowing of the revocation of his appointment as...
§ 35-9-15. Appointment of Law Enforcement Officer of United States or Any State as Officer of This State - History. Ga. L. 1982, p. 1089, § 1; Code 1981,...
Chapter 10 - Municipal and County Police Departments’ Nomenclature
§ 35-10-1. Short Title - This chapter shall be known and may be cited as...
§ 35-10-2. Declaration of Public Purpose - It is declared to be contrary to the health, safety,...
§ 35-10-3. Definitions - As used in this chapter, the term: History. Code 1981,...
§ 35-10-4. Prohibition Against Use of Nomenclature Pertaining to Particular Police Department in Connection With Solicitation, Advertisement, Publication, or Production - Whoever, except with the express written permission of the local...
§ 35-10-5. Prohibition Against Use of Symbols Pertaining to Particular Police Department in Connection With Solicitation, Advertisement, Publication, or Production - Any person who uses or displays any current or historical...
§ 35-10-6. Procedure for Obtaining Permission to Use Nomenclature or Symbols; Discretion of Local Governing Body - Any person wishing permission to use the nomenclature or a...
§ 35-10-7. Injunctions Against Violations - Whenever there shall be an actual or threatened violation of...
§ 35-10-8. Criminal Penalties - In addition to any other relief or sanction for a...
§ 35-10-9. Actions for Civil Damages - Any person who has given money or any other item...
§ 35-10-10. Criminal Penalties - Any person who violates the provisions of this chapter shall...
§ 35-10-11. Name Required on Vehicles Used to Enforce Traffic Laws - No law enforcement agency shall enforce the traffic laws of...