O.C.G.A. § 15-2-3 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-2-3
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-2-3
Status: in_force

(a) Before entering on the discharge of their duties, the Justices shall take the oath prescribed for judges of the superior courts, along with all other oaths required for civil officers.

(a) Before entering on the discharge of their duties, the Justices shall take the oath prescribed for judges of the superior courts, along with all other oaths required for civil officers.

(b)(1) The annual salary of each Justice of the Supreme Court shall be as specified in Code Section 45-7-4 . Such salary shall be paid in equal monthly installments. (2) The Justices shall receive expenses and allowances as provided in Code Section 45-7-20 . If a Justice resides 50 miles or more from the judicial building in Atlanta, such Justice shall also receive a mileage allowance for the use of a personal motor vehicle when devoted to official business as provided for in Code Section 50-19-7 , for not more than one round trip per calendar week to and from the Justice's residence and the judicial building in Atlanta by the most practical route, during each regular and extraordinary session of court. In the event a Justice travels by public carrier for any part of a round trip as provided above, such Justice shall receive a travel allowance of actual transportation costs for each such part in lieu of the mileage allowance. Transportation costs incurred by a Justice for air travel to and from the Justice's residence to the judicial building in Atlanta shall be reimbursed only to the extent that such costs do not exceed the cost of travel by personal motor vehicle. All allowances provided for in this paragraph shall be paid upon the submission of proper vouchers. (3) If a Justice resides 50 miles or more from the judicial building in Atlanta, such Justice shall also receive the same daily expense allowance as members of the General Assembly receive, as set forth in Code Section 28-1-8 , for not more than 35 days during each term of court. Such days shall be utilized only when official court business is being conducted. All allowances provided for in this paragraph shall be paid upon the submission of proper vouchers.

(b)(1) The annual salary of each Justice of the Supreme Court shall be as specified in Code Section 45-7-4 . Such salary shall be paid in equal monthly installments.

(b)(1) The annual salary of each Justice of the Supreme Court shall be as specified in Code Section 45-7-4 . Such salary shall be paid in equal monthly installments.

(2) The Justices shall receive expenses and allowances as provided in Code Section 45-7-20 . If a Justice resides 50 miles or more from the judicial building in Atlanta, such Justice shall also receive a mileage allowance for the use of a personal motor vehicle when devoted to official business as provided for in Code Section 50-19-7 , for not more than one round trip per calendar week to and from the Justice's residence and the judicial building in Atlanta by the most practical route, during each regular and extraordinary session of court. In the event a Justice travels by public carrier for any part of a round trip as provided above, such Justice shall receive a travel allowance of actual transportation costs for each such part in lieu of the mileage allowance. Transportation costs incurred by a Justice for air travel to and from the Justice's residence to the judicial building in Atlanta shall be reimbursed only to the extent that such costs do not exceed the cost of travel by personal motor vehicle. All allowances provided for in this paragraph shall be paid upon the submission of proper vouchers.

(2) The Justices shall receive expenses and allowances as provided in Code Section 45-7-20 . If a Justice resides 50 miles or more from the judicial building in Atlanta, such Justice shall also receive a mileage allowance for the use of a personal motor vehicle when devoted to official business as provided for in Code Section 50-19-7 , for not more than one round trip per calendar week to and from the Justice's residence and the judicial building in Atlanta by the most practical route, during each regular and extraordinary session of court. In the event a Justice travels by public carrier for any part of a round trip as provided above, such Justice shall receive a travel allowance of actual transportation costs for each such part in lieu of the mileage allowance. Transportation costs incurred by a Justice for air travel to and from the Justice's residence to the judicial building in Atlanta shall be reimbursed only to the extent that such costs do not exceed the cost of travel by personal motor vehicle. All allowances provided for in this paragraph shall be paid upon the submission of proper vouchers.

(3) If a Justice resides 50 miles or more from the judicial building in Atlanta, such Justice shall also receive the same daily expense allowance as members of the General Assembly receive, as set forth in Code Section 28-1-8 , for not more than 35 days during each term of court. Such days shall be utilized only when official court business is being conducted. All allowances provided for in this paragraph shall be paid upon the submission of proper vouchers.

(3) If a Justice resides 50 miles or more from the judicial building in Atlanta, such Justice shall also receive the same daily expense allowance as members of the General Assembly receive, as set forth in Code Section 28-1-8 , for not more than 35 days during each term of court. Such days shall be utilized only when official court business is being conducted. All allowances provided for in this paragraph shall be paid upon the submission of proper vouchers.

(c) The salary provided for in subsection (b) of this Code section shall be the total compensation to be paid by the state to the officials named in subsection (a) of this Code section and shall be in lieu of any and all other amounts to be paid from state funds.

(c) The salary provided for in subsection (b) of this Code section shall be the total compensation to be paid by the state to the officials named in subsection (a) of this Code section and shall be in lieu of any and all other amounts to be paid from state funds.
O.C.G.A. § 15-14-3 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 14 / Section 15-14-3
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-14-3
Status: in_force

Each of the judges of the superior and city courts in all circuits where there may be more than one division, whether the same is civil or criminal, shall appoint and at such judge's pleasure remove a court reporter, as defined in Article 2 of this chapter, for such judge's respective division. The court reporter, before entering on the duties of the court reporter's office, shall be duly sworn in open court to perform faithfully all the duties required. It shall be the court reporter's duty to attend all sessions of the court for which such court reporter is appointed and, when directed by the judge, to record exactly and truly or take stenographic notes of the testimony and proceedings in the case tried, except the argument of counsel.
O.C.G.A. § 15-10-49 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 10 / Section 15-10-49
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-10-49
Status: in_force

(a) Procedure in attachment cases shall be subject to Chapter 3 of Title 18, except that there shall be no prejudgment attachment granted in the magistrate court.

(a) Procedure in attachment cases shall be subject to Chapter 3 of Title 18, except that there shall be no prejudgment attachment granted in the magistrate court.

(b) Procedure in garnishment cases shall be subject to Chapter 4 of Title 18.

(b) Procedure in garnishment cases shall be subject to Chapter 4 of Title 18.

(c) Procedure in dispossessory proceedings and in distress warrant proceedings shall be subject to Articles 3 and 4 of Chapter 7 of Title 44.

(c) Procedure in dispossessory proceedings and in distress warrant proceedings shall be subject to Articles 3 and 4 of Chapter 7 of Title 44.
O.C.G.A. § 15-2-1-1 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-2-1-1
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-2-1.1
Status: in_force

The Supreme Court shall consist of nine Justices.
O.C.G.A. § 15-9-90 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 9 / Section 15-9-90
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-9-90
Status: in_force

(a) The Supreme Court of Georgia is authorized to adopt rules governing the use of forms in the probate courts and standard forms to be used in proceedings before the probate courts. Any such rules and forms shall be in such a manner as to facilitate the use of word processing and computer technology.

(a) The Supreme Court of Georgia is authorized to adopt rules governing the use of forms in the probate courts and standard forms to be used in proceedings before the probate courts. Any such rules and forms shall be in such a manner as to facilitate the use of word processing and computer technology.

(b) The rules adopted pursuant to subsection (a) of this Code section shall provide that the forms so adopted may be altered locally in a particular petition or proceeding in such items as grammar, gender usage, the use of singular and plural nouns and pronouns, the omission of optional or alternate language, the inclusion of variable information such as names and addresses, and other nonmaterial ways.

(b) The rules adopted pursuant to subsection (a) of this Code section shall provide that the forms so adopted may be altered locally in a particular petition or proceeding in such items as grammar, gender usage, the use of singular and plural nouns and pronouns, the omission of optional or alternate language, the inclusion of variable information such as names and addresses, and other nonmaterial ways.

(c) The rules adopted pursuant to subsection (a) of this Code section shall provide that the forms so adopted may be altered locally in a particular petition or proceeding by making material additions or deletions, provided that: (1) Any material additions or deletions are clearly identified; (2) The altered form is accompanied by the certificate of an attorney licensed to practice law in this state stating that the form, as altered, complies with the standard form in every material respect except for the identified additions or deletions; and (3) The altered form is accompanied by the certificate of an attorney licensed to practice law in this state stating that the form, as altered, complies with the statutory requirements relating to the matter which is submitted to probate, and if such conditions are satisfied, then such forms shall be filed for probate notwithstanding the material alterations.

(c) The rules adopted pursuant to subsection (a) of this Code section shall provide that the forms so adopted may be altered locally in a particular petition or proceeding by making material additions or deletions, provided that:

(1) Any material additions or deletions are clearly identified;

(1) Any material additions or deletions are clearly identified;

(2) The altered form is accompanied by the certificate of an attorney licensed to practice law in this state stating that the form, as altered, complies with the standard form in every material respect except for the identified additions or deletions; and

(2) The altered form is accompanied by the certificate of an attorney licensed to practice law in this state stating that the form, as altered, complies with the standard form in every material respect except for the identified additions or deletions; and

(3) The altered form is accompanied by the certificate of an attorney licensed to practice law in this state stating that the form, as altered, complies with the statutory requirements relating to the matter which is submitted to probate,

(3) The altered form is accompanied by the certificate of an attorney licensed to practice law in this state stating that the form, as altered, complies with the statutory requirements relating to the matter which is submitted to probate,

and if such conditions are satisfied, then such forms shall be filed for probate notwithstanding the material alterations.

(d) No state or local rules governing the use of forms in the probate courts shall be adopted which do not comply with the provisions of this Code section.

(d) No state or local rules governing the use of forms in the probate courts shall be adopted which do not comply with the provisions of this Code section.
O.C.G.A. § 15-11-102 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 11 / Section 15-11-102
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-11-102
Status: in_force

(a) A preliminary protective hearing shall be held promptly and no later than 72 hours after a child is placed in foster care, provided that, if the 72 hour time frame expires on a weekend or legal holiday, such hearing shall be held on the next day which is not a weekend or legal holiday.

(a) A preliminary protective hearing shall be held promptly and no later than 72 hours after a child is placed in foster care, provided that, if the 72 hour time frame expires on a weekend or legal holiday, such hearing shall be held on the next day which is not a weekend or legal holiday.

(b) If a child was not taken into protective custody or is released from foster care at a preliminary protective hearing, the following time frames apply: (1) A petition for dependency shall be filed within 30 days of the child's preliminary protective hearing; (2) Summons shall be served at least 72 hours before the dependency adjudication hearing; (3) The dependency adjudication hearing shall be held no later than 60 days after the filing of a petition for dependency; and (4) If the child's dispositional hearing is not held in conjunction with the dependency adjudication hearing, it shall be held and completed within 30 days after the conclusion of the dependency adjudication hearing.

(b) If a child was not taken into protective custody or is released from foster care at a preliminary protective hearing, the following time frames apply:

(1) A petition for dependency shall be filed within 30 days of the child's preliminary protective hearing;

(1) A petition for dependency shall be filed within 30 days of the child's preliminary protective hearing;

(2) Summons shall be served at least 72 hours before the dependency adjudication hearing;

(2) Summons shall be served at least 72 hours before the dependency adjudication hearing;

(3) The dependency adjudication hearing shall be held no later than 60 days after the filing of a petition for dependency; and

(3) The dependency adjudication hearing shall be held no later than 60 days after the filing of a petition for dependency; and

(4) If the child's dispositional hearing is not held in conjunction with the dependency adjudication hearing, it shall be held and completed within 30 days after the conclusion of the dependency adjudication hearing.

(4) If the child's dispositional hearing is not held in conjunction with the dependency adjudication hearing, it shall be held and completed within 30 days after the conclusion of the dependency adjudication hearing.

(c) If a child is not released from foster care at the preliminary protective hearing, the following time frames apply: (1) A petition for dependency shall be filed within five days of the child's preliminary protective hearing; (2) Summons shall be served at least 72 hours before the dependency adjudication hearing; (3) The dependency adjudication hearing shall be held no later than ten days after the filing of a petition for dependency; (4) DFCS shall submit to the court its written report within 30 days of the date a child who is placed in the custody of DFCS is removed from the home and at each subsequent review of the disposition order. If the DFCS report does not contain a plan for reunification services, a nonreunification hearing shall be held no later than 30 days from the time the report is filed; and (5) If a dispositional hearing is not held in conjunction with the dependency adjudication hearing, it shall be held and completed within 30 days after the conclusion of the dependency adjudication hearing.

(c) If a child is not released from foster care at the preliminary protective hearing, the following time frames apply:

(1) A petition for dependency shall be filed within five days of the child's preliminary protective hearing;

(1) A petition for dependency shall be filed within five days of the child's preliminary protective hearing;

(2) Summons shall be served at least 72 hours before the dependency adjudication hearing;

(2) Summons shall be served at least 72 hours before the dependency adjudication hearing;

(3) The dependency adjudication hearing shall be held no later than ten days after the filing of a petition for dependency;

(3) The dependency adjudication hearing shall be held no later than ten days after the filing of a petition for dependency;

(4) DFCS shall submit to the court its written report within 30 days of the date a child who is placed in the custody of DFCS is removed from the home and at each subsequent review of the disposition order. If the DFCS report does not contain a plan for reunification services, a nonreunification hearing shall be held no later than 30 days from the time the report is filed; and

(4) DFCS shall submit to the court its written report within 30 days of the date a child who is placed in the custody of DFCS is removed from the home and at each subsequent review of the disposition order. If the DFCS report does not contain a plan for reunification services, a nonreunification hearing shall be held no later than 30 days from the time the report is filed; and

(5) If a dispositional hearing is not held in conjunction with the dependency adjudication hearing, it shall be held and completed within 30 days after the conclusion of the dependency adjudication hearing.

(5) If a dispositional hearing is not held in conjunction with the dependency adjudication hearing, it shall be held and completed within 30 days after the conclusion of the dependency adjudication hearing.

(d) An initial periodic review hearing shall be held within 75 days following a child's removal from his or her home. An additional periodic review shall be held within four months following such initial review.

(d) An initial periodic review hearing shall be held within 75 days following a child's removal from his or her home. An additional periodic review shall be held within four months following such initial review.

(e) Permanency plan hearings shall be held no later than 30 days after DFCS has submitted a written report to the court which does not provide a plan for reunification services or: (1) For children under seven years of age at the time a petition for dependency is filed, no later than nine months after such child is considered to have entered foster care, whichever comes first. Thereafter a permanency plan hearing shall be held every six months while such child continues in DFCS custody or more frequently as deemed necessary by the court until the court determines that such child's permanency plan and goal have been achieved; or (2) For children seven years of age and older at the time a petition is filed, no later than 12 months after such child is considered to have entered foster care, whichever comes first. Thereafter a permanency plan hearing shall be held every six months while such child continues in DFCS custody or more frequently as deemed necessary by the court until the court determines that such child's permanency plan and goal have been achieved.

(e) Permanency plan hearings shall be held no later than 30 days after DFCS has submitted a written report to the court which does not provide a plan for reunification services or:

(1) For children under seven years of age at the time a petition for dependency is filed, no later than nine months after such child is considered to have entered foster care, whichever comes first. Thereafter a permanency plan hearing shall be held every six months while such child continues in DFCS custody or more frequently as deemed necessary by the court until the court determines that such child's permanency plan and goal have been achieved; or

(1) For children under seven years of age at the time a petition for dependency is filed, no later than nine months after such child is considered to have entered foster care, whichever comes first. Thereafter a permanency plan hearing shall be held every six months while such child continues in DFCS custody or more frequently as deemed necessary by the court until the court determines that such child's permanency plan and goal have been achieved; or

(2) For children seven years of age and older at the time a petition is filed, no later than 12 months after such child is considered to have entered foster care, whichever comes first. Thereafter a permanency plan hearing shall be held every six months while such child continues in DFCS custody or more frequently as deemed necessary by the court until the court determines that such child's permanency plan and goal have been achieved.

(2) For children seven years of age and older at the time a petition is filed, no later than 12 months after such child is considered to have entered foster care, whichever comes first. Thereafter a permanency plan hearing shall be held every six months while such child continues in DFCS custody or more frequently as deemed necessary by the court until the court determines that such child's permanency plan and goal have been achieved.

(f) A supplemental order of the court adopting a child's permanency plan shall be entered within 30 days after the court has determined that reunification efforts need not be made by DFCS.

(f) A supplemental order of the court adopting a child's permanency plan shall be entered within 30 days after the court has determined that reunification efforts need not be made by DFCS.
O.C.G.A. § 15-12-11 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-12-11
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-12-11
Status: in_force

(a) In all counties having a population of 600,000 or more according to the United States decennial census of 1990 or any future such census, the judges of the superior court of such counties, by a majority vote of all of them, shall have the power to appoint a jury clerk and such other personnel as may be deemed necessary or advisable to dispatch the work of the court. The appointments to such positions and the compensation therefor shall be determined by the judges without regard to any other system or rules, such personnel to serve at the pleasure of the judges. The salaries and expenses of the personnel and any attendant expense of administration of the courts are determined to be contingent expense of court and shall be paid as provided by law for the payment of contingent expenses. The duties of the personnel shall be as prescribed by the judges.

(a) In all counties having a population of 600,000 or more according to the United States decennial census of 1990 or any future such census, the judges of the superior court of such counties, by a majority vote of all of them, shall have the power to appoint a jury clerk and such other personnel as may be deemed necessary or advisable to dispatch the work of the court. The appointments to such positions and the compensation therefor shall be determined by the judges without regard to any other system or rules, such personnel to serve at the pleasure of the judges. The salaries and expenses of the personnel and any attendant expense of administration of the courts are determined to be contingent expense of court and shall be paid as provided by law for the payment of contingent expenses. The duties of the personnel shall be as prescribed by the judges.

(b) Prospective trial and grand jurors in all counties may be required to answer written questionnaires, as may be determined and submitted by the judges of such counties, concerning their qualifications as jurors. In propounding the court's questions, the court may consider the suggestions of counsel. In the court's questionnaire and during voir dire examination, judges should ensure that the privacy of prospective jurors is reasonably protected and that the questioning by counsel is consistent with the purpose of the voir dire process.

(b) Prospective trial and grand jurors in all counties may be required to answer written questionnaires, as may be determined and submitted by the judges of such counties, concerning their qualifications as jurors. In propounding the court's questions, the court may consider the suggestions of counsel. In the court's questionnaire and during voir dire examination, judges should ensure that the privacy of prospective jurors is reasonably protected and that the questioning by counsel is consistent with the purpose of the voir dire process.

(c) Juror questionnaires shall be confidential and shall be exempt from public disclosure pursuant to Article 4 of Chapter 18 of Title 50; provided, however, that jury questionnaires shall be provided to the court and to the parties at any stage of the proceedings, including pretrial, trial, appellate, or postconviction proceedings, and shall be made a part of the record under seal. The information disclosed to a party pursuant to this subsection shall only be used by the parties for purposes of pursuing a claim, defense, or other issue in the case.

(c) Juror questionnaires shall be confidential and shall be exempt from public disclosure pursuant to Article 4 of Chapter 18 of Title 50; provided, however, that jury questionnaires shall be provided to the court and to the parties at any stage of the proceedings, including pretrial, trial, appellate, or postconviction proceedings, and shall be made a part of the record under seal. The information disclosed to a party pursuant to this subsection shall only be used by the parties for purposes of pursuing a claim, defense, or other issue in the case.

(d) In the event any prospective juror fails or refuses to answer the questionnaire, the clerk shall report the failure or refusal to the court together with the facts concerning the same, and the court shall have such jurisdiction as is provided by law for subpoena, attachment, and contempt powers.

(d) In the event any prospective juror fails or refuses to answer the questionnaire, the clerk shall report the failure or refusal to the court together with the facts concerning the same, and the court shall have such jurisdiction as is provided by law for subpoena, attachment, and contempt powers.

(e) This Code section shall be supplemental to other provisions of law, with a view toward efficient and orderly handling of jury selection and the administration of justice.

(e) This Code section shall be supplemental to other provisions of law, with a view toward efficient and orderly handling of jury selection and the administration of justice.
O.C.G.A. § 15-5-82 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-5-82
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-5-82
Status: in_force

(a) The commission shall be authorized to: (1) Define, implement, and administer a state-wide courts automation system including data collection, networking, data storage, retrieval, processing, and distribution; (2) Coordinate and cooperate with the state's chief information officer with regard to planning, implementation, and administration of a state-wide courts automation system to take advantage of existing state resources where possible; (3) Participate in agreements, contracts, and networks necessary or convenient for the performance of the duties specified in this paragraph and paragraph (2) of this subsection and for the release of the information from civil case filing and disposition forms; (4) Administer federal, state, local, and other public or private funds made available to it for implementation of the courts automation system; (5) Coordinate state-wide strategies and plans for incorporating county and local governments into the courts automation system, including review of requirements of the several state agencies for documents, reports, and forms and the consolidation, elimination, or conversion of such documents, reports, and forms to formats compatible with electronic transmittal media; (6) Establish policies and procedures, rules and regulations, and technical and performance standards for county and local government access to the courts automation system network; and (7) Offer advisory services to county and local governments to assist in guiding their efforts toward automating their court procedures and operations.

(a) The commission shall be authorized to:

(1) Define, implement, and administer a state-wide courts automation system including data collection, networking, data storage, retrieval, processing, and distribution;

(1) Define, implement, and administer a state-wide courts automation system including data collection, networking, data storage, retrieval, processing, and distribution;

(2) Coordinate and cooperate with the state's chief information officer with regard to planning, implementation, and administration of a state-wide courts automation system to take advantage of existing state resources where possible;

(2) Coordinate and cooperate with the state's chief information officer with regard to planning, implementation, and administration of a state-wide courts automation system to take advantage of existing state resources where possible;

(3) Participate in agreements, contracts, and networks necessary or convenient for the performance of the duties specified in this paragraph and paragraph (2) of this subsection and for the release of the information from civil case filing and disposition forms;

(3) Participate in agreements, contracts, and networks necessary or convenient for the performance of the duties specified in this paragraph and paragraph (2) of this subsection and for the release of the information from civil case filing and disposition forms;

(4) Administer federal, state, local, and other public or private funds made available to it for implementation of the courts automation system;

(4) Administer federal, state, local, and other public or private funds made available to it for implementation of the courts automation system;

(5) Coordinate state-wide strategies and plans for incorporating county and local governments into the courts automation system, including review of requirements of the several state agencies for documents, reports, and forms and the consolidation, elimination, or conversion of such documents, reports, and forms to formats compatible with electronic transmittal media;

(5) Coordinate state-wide strategies and plans for incorporating county and local governments into the courts automation system, including review of requirements of the several state agencies for documents, reports, and forms and the consolidation, elimination, or conversion of such documents, reports, and forms to formats compatible with electronic transmittal media;

(6) Establish policies and procedures, rules and regulations, and technical and performance standards for county and local government access to the courts automation system network; and

(6) Establish policies and procedures, rules and regulations, and technical and performance standards for county and local government access to the courts automation system network; and

(7) Offer advisory services to county and local governments to assist in guiding their efforts toward automating their court procedures and operations.

(7) Offer advisory services to county and local governments to assist in guiding their efforts toward automating their court procedures and operations.

(b) The chairperson of the commission may designate and appoint committees to perform such functions as he or she may determine to be necessary. The commission may, either by itself or through such committees, hold hearings, conduct investigations, and take any other action necessary or desirable to implement the courts automation system in a deliberate, effective, and timely manner. The commission shall make an annual report of its progress to the Chief Justice, the Governor, the President of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives.

(b) The chairperson of the commission may designate and appoint committees to perform such functions as he or she may determine to be necessary. The commission may, either by itself or through such committees, hold hearings, conduct investigations, and take any other action necessary or desirable to implement the courts automation system in a deliberate, effective, and timely manner. The commission shall make an annual report of its progress to the Chief Justice, the Governor, the President of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives.

(c) The commission may use the funds available to it for providing to the judicial branch, officials, authorities, agencies, or instrumentalities of this state or a political subdivision of this state access to data bases which are beneficial to the operation of the courts and are accessible through the commission or through the Georgia Technology Authority, provided that access to any such data base shall be conditioned upon the consent of the department, agency, or other entity having the right to grant such access. The commission may also expend funds as necessary for appropriate access to such data bases by the courts.

(c) The commission may use the funds available to it for providing to the judicial branch, officials, authorities, agencies, or instrumentalities of this state or a political subdivision of this state access to data bases which are beneficial to the operation of the courts and are accessible through the commission or through the Georgia Technology Authority, provided that access to any such data base shall be conditioned upon the consent of the department, agency, or other entity having the right to grant such access. The commission may also expend funds as necessary for appropriate access to such data bases by the courts.

(d) Nothing in this article shall be so construed as to require any office of a court to accept additional workload generated by establishment of an electronic transfer of information capability from any other office of the county or local government, including court offices. Each such office shall continue to have sole responsibility for transmitting information required of it, either manually or electronically.

(d) Nothing in this article shall be so construed as to require any office of a court to accept additional workload generated by establishment of an electronic transfer of information capability from any other office of the county or local government, including court offices. Each such office shall continue to have sole responsibility for transmitting information required of it, either manually or electronically.
O.C.G.A. § 15-11-41 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 11 / Section 15-11-41
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-11-41
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in Code Section 15-11-710 , entities governed by federal or state privacy laws may require the following before sharing confidential information: (1) For release of child abuse records by the department, a subpoena and subsequent order of the court requiring the release of such information in accordance with Code Section 49-5-41 ; (2) For release of information relating to diagnosis, prognosis, or treatment of drug and alcohol abuse: (A) If the person is 18 or has been emancipated, consent from the person to whom such information relates; (B) If the person is under the age of 18 years and has not been emancipated, valid consent from such person's parent, guardian, or legal custodian or consent by a parent, guardian, or legal custodian to a confidentiality agreement between the health care provider and the unemancipated minor; provided, however, that consent from an unemancipated minor shall be sufficient for the release of such information if the unemancipated minor is allowed by law to consent to the health care service to which the records relate without the consent of a parent, guardian, or legal custodian and has not designated anyone as a personal representative; or (C) A subpoena requiring the release of such information and protective order of the court regarding the release of such information; and (3) For release of confidential health, mental health, or education records: (A) If the person is 18 or has been emancipated, consent from the person to whom such information relates; (B) If the person is under the age of 18 years and has not been emancipated, valid consent from such person's parent, guardian, or legal custodian or consent by a parent, guardian, or legal custodian to a confidentiality agreement between the health care provider and the unemancipated minor; provided, however, that consent from an unemancipated minor shall be sufficient for the release of such information if the unemancipated minor is allowed by law to consent to the health care service to which the records relate without the consent of a parent, guardian, or legal custodian and has not designated anyone as a personal representative; (C) A subpoena requiring the release of such information; or (D) An order of the court requiring the release of such information.

(a) Except as otherwise provided in Code Section 15-11-710 , entities governed by federal or state privacy laws may require the following before sharing confidential information:

(1) For release of child abuse records by the department, a subpoena and subsequent order of the court requiring the release of such information in accordance with Code Section 49-5-41 ;

(1) For release of child abuse records by the department, a subpoena and subsequent order of the court requiring the release of such information in accordance with Code Section 49-5-41 ;

(2) For release of information relating to diagnosis, prognosis, or treatment of drug and alcohol abuse: (A) If the person is 18 or has been emancipated, consent from the person to whom such information relates; (B) If the person is under the age of 18 years and has not been emancipated, valid consent from such person's parent, guardian, or legal custodian or consent by a parent, guardian, or legal custodian to a confidentiality agreement between the health care provider and the unemancipated minor; provided, however, that consent from an unemancipated minor shall be sufficient for the release of such information if the unemancipated minor is allowed by law to consent to the health care service to which the records relate without the consent of a parent, guardian, or legal custodian and has not designated anyone as a personal representative; or (C) A subpoena requiring the release of such information and protective order of the court regarding the release of such information; and

(2) For release of information relating to diagnosis, prognosis, or treatment of drug and alcohol abuse:

(A) If the person is 18 or has been emancipated, consent from the person to whom such information relates;

(A) If the person is 18 or has been emancipated, consent from the person to whom such information relates;

(B) If the person is under the age of 18 years and has not been emancipated, valid consent from such person's parent, guardian, or legal custodian or consent by a parent, guardian, or legal custodian to a confidentiality agreement between the health care provider and the unemancipated minor; provided, however, that consent from an unemancipated minor shall be sufficient for the release of such information if the unemancipated minor is allowed by law to consent to the health care service to which the records relate without the consent of a parent, guardian, or legal custodian and has not designated anyone as a personal representative; or

(B) If the person is under the age of 18 years and has not been emancipated, valid consent from such person's parent, guardian, or legal custodian or consent by a parent, guardian, or legal custodian to a confidentiality agreement between the health care provider and the unemancipated minor; provided, however, that consent from an unemancipated minor shall be sufficient for the release of such information if the unemancipated minor is allowed by law to consent to the health care service to which the records relate without the consent of a parent, guardian, or legal custodian and has not designated anyone as a personal representative; or

(C) A subpoena requiring the release of such information and protective order of the court regarding the release of such information; and

(C) A subpoena requiring the release of such information and protective order of the court regarding the release of such information; and

(3) For release of confidential health, mental health, or education records: (A) If the person is 18 or has been emancipated, consent from the person to whom such information relates; (B) If the person is under the age of 18 years and has not been emancipated, valid consent from such person's parent, guardian, or legal custodian or consent by a parent, guardian, or legal custodian to a confidentiality agreement between the health care provider and the unemancipated minor; provided, however, that consent from an unemancipated minor shall be sufficient for the release of such information if the unemancipated minor is allowed by law to consent to the health care service to which the records relate without the consent of a parent, guardian, or legal custodian and has not designated anyone as a personal representative; (C) A subpoena requiring the release of such information; or (D) An order of the court requiring the release of such information.

(3) For release of confidential health, mental health, or education records:

(A) If the person is 18 or has been emancipated, consent from the person to whom such information relates;

(A) If the person is 18 or has been emancipated, consent from the person to whom such information relates;

(B) If the person is under the age of 18 years and has not been emancipated, valid consent from such person's parent, guardian, or legal custodian or consent by a parent, guardian, or legal custodian to a confidentiality agreement between the health care provider and the unemancipated minor; provided, however, that consent from an unemancipated minor shall be sufficient for the release of such information if the unemancipated minor is allowed by law to consent to the health care service to which the records relate without the consent of a parent, guardian, or legal custodian and has not designated anyone as a personal representative;

(B) If the person is under the age of 18 years and has not been emancipated, valid consent from such person's parent, guardian, or legal custodian or consent by a parent, guardian, or legal custodian to a confidentiality agreement between the health care provider and the unemancipated minor; provided, however, that consent from an unemancipated minor shall be sufficient for the release of such information if the unemancipated minor is allowed by law to consent to the health care service to which the records relate without the consent of a parent, guardian, or legal custodian and has not designated anyone as a personal representative;

(C) A subpoena requiring the release of such information; or

(C) A subpoena requiring the release of such information; or

(D) An order of the court requiring the release of such information.

(D) An order of the court requiring the release of such information.

(b) In issuing an order for the release of information under this Code section, the court may: (1) Include protections against further disclosure of the information; (2) Limit the purposes for which the information may be used; and (3) Require records to be redacted so that only relevant information is shared.

(b) In issuing an order for the release of information under this Code section, the court may:

(1) Include protections against further disclosure of the information;

(1) Include protections against further disclosure of the information;

(2) Limit the purposes for which the information may be used; and

(2) Limit the purposes for which the information may be used; and

(3) Require records to be redacted so that only relevant information is shared.

(3) Require records to be redacted so that only relevant information is shared.

(c) Nothing in this Code section shall be deemed to replace the responsibility of entities governed by federal and state privacy laws to comply with such laws.

(c) Nothing in this Code section shall be deemed to replace the responsibility of entities governed by federal and state privacy laws to comply with such laws.

(d) Nothing in this Code section shall be construed as barring or limiting the release of confidential information referred to in this Code section pursuant to a search warrant.

(d) Nothing in this Code section shall be construed as barring or limiting the release of confidential information referred to in this Code section pursuant to a search warrant.
O.C.G.A. § 15-2-16 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-2-16
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-2-16
Status: in_force

(a) In all cases decided by the Supreme Court, the concurrence of a majority of the Justices shall be essential to a judgment of reversal. If the Justices are evenly divided, the judgment of the court below shall stand affirmed. In all cases decided by the court, with at least a quorum but less than nine Justices, the concurrence of at least five shall be essential to the rendition of a judgment.

(a) In all cases decided by the Supreme Court, the concurrence of a majority of the Justices shall be essential to a judgment of reversal. If the Justices are evenly divided, the judgment of the court below shall stand affirmed. In all cases decided by the court, with at least a quorum but less than nine Justices, the concurrence of at least five shall be essential to the rendition of a judgment.

(b) Both the minutes and the printed official reports shall show how many and which Justices concurred in each judgment rendered and which, if any, dissented therefrom.

(b) Both the minutes and the printed official reports shall show how many and which Justices concurred in each judgment rendered and which, if any, dissented therefrom.
O.C.G.A. § 15-18-12 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 18 / Section 15-18-12
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-18-12
Status: in_force

(a) The district attorney and any personnel compensated by the state pursuant to the provisions of this chapter shall be entitled to receive, in addition to such other compensation as may be provided by law, reimbursement for actual expenses incurred in the performance of their official duties from the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia in accordance with the rules and regulations issued pursuant to Code Section 45-7-28.1 and such supplemental rules as may be adopted by the council.

(a) The district attorney and any personnel compensated by the state pursuant to the provisions of this chapter shall be entitled to receive, in addition to such other compensation as may be provided by law, reimbursement for actual expenses incurred in the performance of their official duties from the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia in accordance with the rules and regulations issued pursuant to Code Section 45-7-28.1 and such supplemental rules as may be adopted by the council.

(b) Nothing in this Code section shall permit reimbursement of expenses or payment of a per diem allowance to any person designated by subsection (a) of this Code section for travel between such person's residence and the courthouse or other office designated in writing by the district attorney as such person's place of employment or any office of the district attorney located in the county in which such person resides.

(b) Nothing in this Code section shall permit reimbursement of expenses or payment of a per diem allowance to any person designated by subsection (a) of this Code section for travel between such person's residence and the courthouse or other office designated in writing by the district attorney as such person's place of employment or any office of the district attorney located in the county in which such person resides.

(c) The Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia shall be authorized to provide advance travel funds to persons designated by subsection (a) of this Code section as provided by Code Sections 45-7-25 through 45-7-28 .

(c) The Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia shall be authorized to provide advance travel funds to persons designated by subsection (a) of this Code section as provided by Code Sections 45-7-25 through 45-7-28 .

(d)(1) The governing authority of the county or counties comprising the judicial circuit may provide a person designated by subsection (a) of this Code section with a government owned vehicle and vehicle expenses, in which event the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia may reimburse the county for the actual mileage driven at the same rate as is authorized by rules and regulations issued pursuant to Code Section 45-7-28.1 , subject to the budget established for the judicial circuit. (2) Subject to the budget established for the judicial circuit, the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia may pay the actual costs incurred by the district attorney's office for the operation of state owned motor vehicles. The Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia shall adopt rules governing the operation of such vehicles.

(d)(1) The governing authority of the county or counties comprising the judicial circuit may provide a person designated by subsection (a) of this Code section with a government owned vehicle and vehicle expenses, in which event the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia may reimburse the county for the actual mileage driven at the same rate as is authorized by rules and regulations issued pursuant to Code Section 45-7-28.1 , subject to the budget established for the judicial circuit.

(d)(1) The governing authority of the county or counties comprising the judicial circuit may provide a person designated by subsection (a) of this Code section with a government owned vehicle and vehicle expenses, in which event the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia may reimburse the county for the actual mileage driven at the same rate as is authorized by rules and regulations issued pursuant to Code Section 45-7-28.1 , subject to the budget established for the judicial circuit.

(2) Subject to the budget established for the judicial circuit, the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia may pay the actual costs incurred by the district attorney's office for the operation of state owned motor vehicles. The Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia shall adopt rules governing the operation of such vehicles.

(2) Subject to the budget established for the judicial circuit, the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia may pay the actual costs incurred by the district attorney's office for the operation of state owned motor vehicles. The Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia shall adopt rules governing the operation of such vehicles.

(e)(1) Subject to the provisions of paragraphs (3) and (4) of this subsection, expenses paid by the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia pursuant to this Code section shall be paid out of such funds as may be appropriated by the General Assembly. (2) On or before June 1 of each year, the council shall establish and furnish to each district attorney and the state auditor the travel budget for each judicial circuit based on the amount appropriated by the General Assembly for such purpose. (3) In determining the travel budget for each judicial circuit, the council shall consider the budget request submitted by the district attorney of each judicial circuit, the geographic size and the caseload of each circuit, and such other facts as may be relevant. The council is authorized to establish a contingency reserve of not more than 3 percent of the total amount appropriated by the General Assembly in order to meet any expenses which could not be reasonably anticipated. The council shall submit to each district attorney, the state auditor, the House Budget and Research Office, and the Senate Budget and Evaluation Office a monthly report showing the budget amount of expenditures made under the travel budget. The council may periodically review and adjust said budget as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this Code section. (4) No person designated by subsection (a) of this Code section shall be reimbursed from state funds for any expenses for which such person has been reimbursed from funds other than state funds; provided, however, that the governing authority of the county or counties comprising the judicial circuit are authorized to provide travel advances or to reimburse such expenses which may be incurred by such person in the performance of his or her official duties to the extent such expenses are not reimbursed by the state as provided in this Code section.

(e)(1) Subject to the provisions of paragraphs (3) and (4) of this subsection, expenses paid by the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia pursuant to this Code section shall be paid out of such funds as may be appropriated by the General Assembly.

(e)(1) Subject to the provisions of paragraphs (3) and (4) of this subsection, expenses paid by the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia pursuant to this Code section shall be paid out of such funds as may be appropriated by the General Assembly.

(2) On or before June 1 of each year, the council shall establish and furnish to each district attorney and the state auditor the travel budget for each judicial circuit based on the amount appropriated by the General Assembly for such purpose.

(2) On or before June 1 of each year, the council shall establish and furnish to each district attorney and the state auditor the travel budget for each judicial circuit based on the amount appropriated by the General Assembly for such purpose.

(3) In determining the travel budget for each judicial circuit, the council shall consider the budget request submitted by the district attorney of each judicial circuit, the geographic size and the caseload of each circuit, and such other facts as may be relevant. The council is authorized to establish a contingency reserve of not more than 3 percent of the total amount appropriated by the General Assembly in order to meet any expenses which could not be reasonably anticipated. The council shall submit to each district attorney, the state auditor, the House Budget and Research Office, and the Senate Budget and Evaluation Office a monthly report showing the budget amount of expenditures made under the travel budget. The council may periodically review and adjust said budget as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this Code section.

(3) In determining the travel budget for each judicial circuit, the council shall consider the budget request submitted by the district attorney of each judicial circuit, the geographic size and the caseload of each circuit, and such other facts as may be relevant. The council is authorized to establish a contingency reserve of not more than 3 percent of the total amount appropriated by the General Assembly in order to meet any expenses which could not be reasonably anticipated. The council shall submit to each district attorney, the state auditor, the House Budget and Research Office, and the Senate Budget and Evaluation Office a monthly report showing the budget amount of expenditures made under the travel budget. The council may periodically review and adjust said budget as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this Code section.

(4) No person designated by subsection (a) of this Code section shall be reimbursed from state funds for any expenses for which such person has been reimbursed from funds other than state funds; provided, however, that the governing authority of the county or counties comprising the judicial circuit are authorized to provide travel advances or to reimburse such expenses which may be incurred by such person in the performance of his or her official duties to the extent such expenses are not reimbursed by the state as provided in this Code section.

(4) No person designated by subsection (a) of this Code section shall be reimbursed from state funds for any expenses for which such person has been reimbursed from funds other than state funds; provided, however, that the governing authority of the county or counties comprising the judicial circuit are authorized to provide travel advances or to reimburse such expenses which may be incurred by such person in the performance of his or her official duties to the extent such expenses are not reimbursed by the state as provided in this Code section.

(f) The Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia shall prepare and submit a proposed budget for state funds necessary to provide reimbursement of expenses as provided in this Code section in accordance with the provisions of Code Section 45-12-78 . The budget request shall be based on the previous year's expenditures and budget requests submitted by each district attorney.

(f) The Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia shall prepare and submit a proposed budget for state funds necessary to provide reimbursement of expenses as provided in this Code section in accordance with the provisions of Code Section 45-12-78 . The budget request shall be based on the previous year's expenditures and budget requests submitted by each district attorney.
O.C.G.A. § 15-3a-6 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 3A / Section 15-3a-6
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-3A-6
Status: in_force

This chapter shall apply only to those retired or retiring members of the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals who expressly indicate in writing to the Governor that they desire appointment to the office of Senior Appellate Court Justice or Judge.
O.C.G.A. § 15-14-27 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 14 / Section 15-14-27
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-14-27
Status: in_force

The administrative and staff work of the board shall be among the duties of the Administrative Office of the Courts created by Code Section 15-5-22 . The director of the Administrative Office of the Courts or a designee shall serve as secretary of the board and shall perform all duties which may be assigned by either the board or the Judicial Council to implement this article.
O.C.G.A. § 15-11-216 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 11 / Section 15-11-216
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-11-216
Status: in_force

(a) All cases of children in DFCS custody shall be initially reviewed within 75 days following a child adjudicated as a dependent child's removal from his or her home and shall be conducted by the court. An additional periodic review shall be held within four months following the initial review and shall be conducted by the court or by judicial citizen review panels established by the court, as the court directs, meeting such standards and using such procedures as are established by court rule by the Supreme Court, with the advice and consent of the Council of Juvenile Court Judges. The court shall have the discretion to schedule any subsequent review hearings as necessary.

(a) All cases of children in DFCS custody shall be initially reviewed within 75 days following a child adjudicated as a dependent child's removal from his or her home and shall be conducted by the court. An additional periodic review shall be held within four months following the initial review and shall be conducted by the court or by judicial citizen review panels established by the court, as the court directs, meeting such standards and using such procedures as are established by court rule by the Supreme Court, with the advice and consent of the Council of Juvenile Court Judges. The court shall have the discretion to schedule any subsequent review hearings as necessary.

(b) At any periodic review hearing, the paramount concern shall be a child adjudicated as a dependent child's health and safety.

(b) At any periodic review hearing, the paramount concern shall be a child adjudicated as a dependent child's health and safety.

(c) At the initial 75 day periodic review, the court shall approve the completion of the relative search, schedule the subsequent four-month review to be conducted by the court or a judicial citizen review panel, and shall determine: (1) Whether a child adjudicated as a dependent child continues to be a dependent child; (2) Whether the existing case plan is still the best case plan for such child and his or her family and whether any changes need to be made to the case plan, including whether a concurrent case plan for nonreunification is appropriate; (3) The extent of compliance with the case plan by all participants; (4) The appropriateness of any recommended changes to such child's placement; (5) Whether appropriate progress is being made on the permanency plan; (6) Whether all legally required services are being provided to a child adjudicated as a dependent child, his or her foster parents if there are foster parents, and his or her parent, guardian, or legal custodian; (7) Whether visitation is appropriate and, if so, approve and establish a reasonable visitation schedule consistent with the age and developmental needs of a child adjudicated as a dependent child; (8) Whether, for a child adjudicated as a dependent child who is 14 years of age or older, the services needed to assist such child to make a transition from foster care to independent living are being provided; and (9) Whether reasonable efforts continue to be made to prevent or eliminate the necessity of such child's removal from his or her home and to reunify the family after removal of a child adjudicated as a dependent child, unless reasonable efforts were not required.

(c) At the initial 75 day periodic review, the court shall approve the completion of the relative search, schedule the subsequent four-month review to be conducted by the court or a judicial citizen review panel, and shall determine:

(1) Whether a child adjudicated as a dependent child continues to be a dependent child;

(1) Whether a child adjudicated as a dependent child continues to be a dependent child;

(2) Whether the existing case plan is still the best case plan for such child and his or her family and whether any changes need to be made to the case plan, including whether a concurrent case plan for nonreunification is appropriate;

(2) Whether the existing case plan is still the best case plan for such child and his or her family and whether any changes need to be made to the case plan, including whether a concurrent case plan for nonreunification is appropriate;

(3) The extent of compliance with the case plan by all participants;

(3) The extent of compliance with the case plan by all participants;

(4) The appropriateness of any recommended changes to such child's placement;

(4) The appropriateness of any recommended changes to such child's placement;

(5) Whether appropriate progress is being made on the permanency plan;

(5) Whether appropriate progress is being made on the permanency plan;

(6) Whether all legally required services are being provided to a child adjudicated as a dependent child, his or her foster parents if there are foster parents, and his or her parent, guardian, or legal custodian;

(6) Whether all legally required services are being provided to a child adjudicated as a dependent child, his or her foster parents if there are foster parents, and his or her parent, guardian, or legal custodian;

(7) Whether visitation is appropriate and, if so, approve and establish a reasonable visitation schedule consistent with the age and developmental needs of a child adjudicated as a dependent child;

(7) Whether visitation is appropriate and, if so, approve and establish a reasonable visitation schedule consistent with the age and developmental needs of a child adjudicated as a dependent child;

(8) Whether, for a child adjudicated as a dependent child who is 14 years of age or older, the services needed to assist such child to make a transition from foster care to independent living are being provided; and

(8) Whether, for a child adjudicated as a dependent child who is 14 years of age or older, the services needed to assist such child to make a transition from foster care to independent living are being provided; and

(9) Whether reasonable efforts continue to be made to prevent or eliminate the necessity of such child's removal from his or her home and to reunify the family after removal of a child adjudicated as a dependent child, unless reasonable efforts were not required.

(9) Whether reasonable efforts continue to be made to prevent or eliminate the necessity of such child's removal from his or her home and to reunify the family after removal of a child adjudicated as a dependent child, unless reasonable efforts were not required.

(d) If at any review subsequent to the initial 75 day review the court finds that there is a lack of substantial progress towards completion of the case plan, the court shall order DFCS to develop a case plan for nonreunification or a concurrent case plan contemplating nonreunification.

(d) If at any review subsequent to the initial 75 day review the court finds that there is a lack of substantial progress towards completion of the case plan, the court shall order DFCS to develop a case plan for nonreunification or a concurrent case plan contemplating nonreunification.

(d.1) At each review hearing held with respect to a child who remains placed in a qualified residential treatment program, the department shall submit evidence documenting that: (1) Ongoing assessment of the strengths and needs of the child continues to support the determination that the needs of the child cannot be met through placement in a foster family home; (2) Placement in a qualified residential treatment program provides the most effective and appropriate level of care for the child in the least restrictive environment; (3) Placement in a qualified residential treatment program is consistent with the short-term and long-term goals for the child, as specified in the permanency plan for the child; (4) The specific treatment or service needs that will be met for the child in the placement and the length of time the child is expected to need the treatment or services; and (5) The efforts made by the department to prepare the child to return home or to be placed with a fit and willing relative, a legal guardian, or an adoptive parent, or in a foster family home.

(d.1) At each review hearing held with respect to a child who remains placed in a qualified residential treatment program, the department shall submit evidence documenting that:

(1) Ongoing assessment of the strengths and needs of the child continues to support the determination that the needs of the child cannot be met through placement in a foster family home;

(1) Ongoing assessment of the strengths and needs of the child continues to support the determination that the needs of the child cannot be met through placement in a foster family home;

(2) Placement in a qualified residential treatment program provides the most effective and appropriate level of care for the child in the least restrictive environment;

(2) Placement in a qualified residential treatment program provides the most effective and appropriate level of care for the child in the least restrictive environment;

(3) Placement in a qualified residential treatment program is consistent with the short-term and long-term goals for the child, as specified in the permanency plan for the child;

(3) Placement in a qualified residential treatment program is consistent with the short-term and long-term goals for the child, as specified in the permanency plan for the child;

(4) The specific treatment or service needs that will be met for the child in the placement and the length of time the child is expected to need the treatment or services; and

(4) The specific treatment or service needs that will be met for the child in the placement and the length of time the child is expected to need the treatment or services; and

(5) The efforts made by the department to prepare the child to return home or to be placed with a fit and willing relative, a legal guardian, or an adoptive parent, or in a foster family home.

(5) The efforts made by the department to prepare the child to return home or to be placed with a fit and willing relative, a legal guardian, or an adoptive parent, or in a foster family home.

(e) At the time of each review of a child adjudicated as a dependent child in DFCS custody, DFCS shall notify the court whether and when it intends to proceed with the termination of parental rights.

(e) At the time of each review of a child adjudicated as a dependent child in DFCS custody, DFCS shall notify the court whether and when it intends to proceed with the termination of parental rights.

(f) The court may consider any evidence, including hearsay evidence, that the court finds to be relevant, reliable, and necessary to determine the needs of a child adjudicated as a dependent child and the most appropriate case plan and permanency plan.

(f) The court may consider any evidence, including hearsay evidence, that the court finds to be relevant, reliable, and necessary to determine the needs of a child adjudicated as a dependent child and the most appropriate case plan and permanency plan.
O.C.G.A. § 15-9-3 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 9 / Section 15-9-3
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-9-3
Status: in_force

No judge of a probate court shall engage, directly or indirectly, in the practice of law in his or her own name or in the name of another, as open or silent partner, or otherwise:

(1) In any case or proceeding in his or her own court;

(1) In any case or proceeding in his or her own court;

(2) In another court in a case or matter of which his or her own court has, has had, or may have jurisdiction; or

(2) In another court in a case or matter of which his or her own court has, has had, or may have jurisdiction; or

(3) In any court or any matter whatever, on behalf of or against any executor, administrator, guardian, trustee, or other individual acting in a representative capacity whose duty it is to make returns to his or her court, except to give such advice or instructions as his or her duty may require as judge in his or her own court, for which he or she shall receive only such fees as are prescribed by law.

(3) In any court or any matter whatever, on behalf of or against any executor, administrator, guardian, trustee, or other individual acting in a representative capacity whose duty it is to make returns to his or her court, except to give such advice or instructions as his or her duty may require as judge in his or her own court, for which he or she shall receive only such fees as are prescribed by law.
O.C.G.A. § 15-20-2 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 20 / Section 15-20-2
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-20-2
Status: in_force

It is in the public interest to promote the availability of legal aid to indigent persons and in connection therewith to encourage the establishment and operation of legal aid agencies by law schools in this state and the utilization of the services of third-year law students in the legal aid agencies as a form of legal intern training and service that will provide competent and professional legal counsel to indigent persons.
O.C.G.A. § 15-9-66 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 9 / Section 15-9-66
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-9-66
Status: in_force

Code Sections 15-9-63 through 15-9-65 and this Code section shall not be construed to reduce the salary of any judge of a probate court in office on July 1, 1991; provided, however, that successors to such judges of the probate courts in office on July 1, 1991, shall be governed by the provisions of said Code sections. The minimum salaries provided for in Code Sections 15-9-63 through 15-9-65 and this Code section shall be considered as salary only. Expenses for deputy clerks, equipment, supplies, copying equipment, and other necessary and reasonable expenses for the operation of a probate court shall come from funds other than the funds specified as salary in Code Sections 15-9-63 through 15-9-65 and this Code section.
O.C.G.A. § 15-1-8 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-1-8
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-1-8
Status: in_force

(a) No judge or Justice of any court, magistrate, nor presiding officer of any inferior judicature or commission shall: (1) Sit in any case or proceeding in which he is pecuniarily interested; (2) Preside, act, or serve in any case or matter when such judge is related by consanguinity or affinity within the third degree as computed according to the civil law to any party interested in the result of the case or matter; or (3) Sit in any case or proceeding in which he has been of counsel, nor in which he has presided in any inferior judicature, when his ruling or decision is the subject of review, without the consent of all parties in interest. In all cases in which the presiding judge of the superior court was employed as counsel before his appointment as judge, he shall preside in such cases if the opposite party or counsel agree in writing that he may preside, unless he declines to do so.

(a) No judge or Justice of any court, magistrate, nor presiding officer of any inferior judicature or commission shall:

(1) Sit in any case or proceeding in which he is pecuniarily interested;

(1) Sit in any case or proceeding in which he is pecuniarily interested;

(2) Preside, act, or serve in any case or matter when such judge is related by consanguinity or affinity within the third degree as computed according to the civil law to any party interested in the result of the case or matter; or

(2) Preside, act, or serve in any case or matter when such judge is related by consanguinity or affinity within the third degree as computed according to the civil law to any party interested in the result of the case or matter; or

(3) Sit in any case or proceeding in which he has been of counsel, nor in which he has presided in any inferior judicature, when his ruling or decision is the subject of review, without the consent of all parties in interest. In all cases in which the presiding judge of the superior court was employed as counsel before his appointment as judge, he shall preside in such cases if the opposite party or counsel agree in writing that he may preside, unless he declines to do so.

(3) Sit in any case or proceeding in which he has been of counsel, nor in which he has presided in any inferior judicature, when his ruling or decision is the subject of review, without the consent of all parties in interest. In all cases in which the presiding judge of the superior court was employed as counsel before his appointment as judge, he shall preside in such cases if the opposite party or counsel agree in writing that he may preside, unless he declines to do so.

(b) No judge or Justice of any court, magistrate, nor presiding officer of any inferior judicature or commission shall be disqualified from sitting in any case or proceeding because of the fact that he is a policyholder or is related to a policyholder of any mutual insurance company which has no capital stock.

(b) No judge or Justice of any court, magistrate, nor presiding officer of any inferior judicature or commission shall be disqualified from sitting in any case or proceeding because of the fact that he is a policyholder or is related to a policyholder of any mutual insurance company which has no capital stock.

(c) Nothing in this Code section shall be construed as applying to the qualifications of trial jurors.

(c) Nothing in this Code section shall be construed as applying to the qualifications of trial jurors.

(d) In all cases in which a part-time judge has a conflict because such judge or his or her partner or associate represents a governmental agency or entity, a subdivision of government, or any other client, the judge will recuse himself or herself or, with the permission of the parties, transfer the case to the state or superior court, but such judge will not otherwise be disqualified or prohibited from serving as attorney for such governmental entities.

(d) In all cases in which a part-time judge has a conflict because such judge or his or her partner or associate represents a governmental agency or entity, a subdivision of government, or any other client, the judge will recuse himself or herself or, with the permission of the parties, transfer the case to the state or superior court, but such judge will not otherwise be disqualified or prohibited from serving as attorney for such governmental entities.
O.C.G.A. § 15-11-600 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 11 / Section 15-11-600
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-11-600
Status: in_force

(a)(1) After a finding that a child has committed a delinquent act, the court shall hear evidence and determine whether: (A) Such child is in need of treatment, rehabilitation, or supervision; (B) Such child's continuation in his or her home is contrary to such child's welfare; and (C) Reasonable efforts have been made to prevent or eliminate the need to remove such child from his or her home. (2) After hearing the evidence described in paragraph (1) of this subsection, the court shall make and file its findings based upon such determinations.

(a)(1) After a finding that a child has committed a delinquent act, the court shall hear evidence and determine whether: (A) Such child is in need of treatment, rehabilitation, or supervision; (B) Such child's continuation in his or her home is contrary to such child's welfare; and (C) Reasonable efforts have been made to prevent or eliminate the need to remove such child from his or her home.

(a)(1) After a finding that a child has committed a delinquent act, the court shall hear evidence and determine whether:

(A) Such child is in need of treatment, rehabilitation, or supervision;

(A) Such child is in need of treatment, rehabilitation, or supervision;

(B) Such child's continuation in his or her home is contrary to such child's welfare; and

(B) Such child's continuation in his or her home is contrary to such child's welfare; and

(C) Reasonable efforts have been made to prevent or eliminate the need to remove such child from his or her home.

(C) Reasonable efforts have been made to prevent or eliminate the need to remove such child from his or her home.

(2) After hearing the evidence described in paragraph (1) of this subsection, the court shall make and file its findings based upon such determinations.

(2) After hearing the evidence described in paragraph (1) of this subsection, the court shall make and file its findings based upon such determinations.

(b) The court may proceed immediately to the disposition hearing after the adjudication hearing or conduct the disposition hearing within 30 days of the adjudication hearing. The disposition hearing may occur later than 30 days after the adjudication hearing only if the court makes and files written findings of fact explaining the need for delay.

(b) The court may proceed immediately to the disposition hearing after the adjudication hearing or conduct the disposition hearing within 30 days of the adjudication hearing. The disposition hearing may occur later than 30 days after the adjudication hearing only if the court makes and files written findings of fact explaining the need for delay.

(c) In the absence of evidence to the contrary, evidence sufficient to warrant a finding that felony acts have been committed shall also be sufficient to sustain a finding that the child is in need of treatment or rehabilitation.

(c) In the absence of evidence to the contrary, evidence sufficient to warrant a finding that felony acts have been committed shall also be sufficient to sustain a finding that the child is in need of treatment or rehabilitation.

(d) If the court finds that a child who committed a delinquent act is not in need of treatment, rehabilitation, or supervision, it shall dismiss the proceeding and discharge such child from any detention or other restriction previously ordered.

(d) If the court finds that a child who committed a delinquent act is not in need of treatment, rehabilitation, or supervision, it shall dismiss the proceeding and discharge such child from any detention or other restriction previously ordered.

(e) If the court finds that a child who committed a delinquent act is in need of supervision but not of treatment or rehabilitation, it shall find that such child is a child in need of services and enter any disposition authorized by Code Section 15-11-442 .

(e) If the court finds that a child who committed a delinquent act is in need of supervision but not of treatment or rehabilitation, it shall find that such child is a child in need of services and enter any disposition authorized by Code Section 15-11-442 .

(f) The court may consider any evidence, including hearsay evidence, that the court finds to be relevant, reliable, and necessary to determine the needs of a child who committed a delinquent act and the most appropriate disposition.

(f) The court may consider any evidence, including hearsay evidence, that the court finds to be relevant, reliable, and necessary to determine the needs of a child who committed a delinquent act and the most appropriate disposition.

(g)(1) Prior to the disposition hearing, and upon request, the parties and their attorneys shall be afforded an opportunity to examine any written reports received by the court. (2) Portions of written reports not relied on by the court in reaching its decision which if revealed would be prejudicial to the interests of any party to the proceeding, or reveal confidential sources, may be withheld in the court's discretion. (3) Parties and their attorneys shall be given the opportunity to controvert written reports received by the court and to cross-examine individuals making such reports.

(g)(1) Prior to the disposition hearing, and upon request, the parties and their attorneys shall be afforded an opportunity to examine any written reports received by the court.

(g)(1) Prior to the disposition hearing, and upon request, the parties and their attorneys shall be afforded an opportunity to examine any written reports received by the court.

(2) Portions of written reports not relied on by the court in reaching its decision which if revealed would be prejudicial to the interests of any party to the proceeding, or reveal confidential sources, may be withheld in the court's discretion.

(2) Portions of written reports not relied on by the court in reaching its decision which if revealed would be prejudicial to the interests of any party to the proceeding, or reveal confidential sources, may be withheld in the court's discretion.

(3) Parties and their attorneys shall be given the opportunity to controvert written reports received by the court and to cross-examine individuals making such reports.

(3) Parties and their attorneys shall be given the opportunity to controvert written reports received by the court and to cross-examine individuals making such reports.

(h) In scheduling investigations and hearings, the court shall give priority to proceedings in which a child is in detention or has otherwise been removed from his or her home.

(h) In scheduling investigations and hearings, the court shall give priority to proceedings in which a child is in detention or has otherwise been removed from his or her home.
O.C.G.A. § 15-16-19 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 16 / Section 15-16-19
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-16-19
Status: in_force

(a) The fee system of compensating the sheriffs of the various counties in this state or the fee system supplemented by a salary is abolished. No sheriff shall receive as any portion of his compensation for his services as such any fees, fines, forfeitures, costs, commissions, emoluments, or perquisites of any nature whatsoever.

(a) The fee system of compensating the sheriffs of the various counties in this state or the fee system supplemented by a salary is abolished. No sheriff shall receive as any portion of his compensation for his services as such any fees, fines, forfeitures, costs, commissions, emoluments, or perquisites of any nature whatsoever.

(b) The sheriffs shall receive no compensation except that compensation which shall be in the nature of an annual salary to be fixed by law.

(b) The sheriffs shall receive no compensation except that compensation which shall be in the nature of an annual salary to be fixed by law.
O.C.G.A. § 15-10-43 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 10 / Section 15-10-43
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-10-43
Status: in_force

(a) Actions shall be commenced by the filing of a statement of claim, including the last known address of the defendant, in concise form and free from technicalities. The plaintiff or his or her agent shall sign and verify the statement of claim by oath or affirmation. At the request of any individual, the judge or clerk may prepare the statement of claim and other papers required to be filed in an action. The statement of claim shall include a brief statement of the claim giving the defendant reasonable notice of the basis for each claim contained in the statement of claim and the address at which the plaintiff desires to receive the notice of hearing.

(a) Actions shall be commenced by the filing of a statement of claim, including the last known address of the defendant, in concise form and free from technicalities. The plaintiff or his or her agent shall sign and verify the statement of claim by oath or affirmation. At the request of any individual, the judge or clerk may prepare the statement of claim and other papers required to be filed in an action. The statement of claim shall include a brief statement of the claim giving the defendant reasonable notice of the basis for each claim contained in the statement of claim and the address at which the plaintiff desires to receive the notice of hearing.

(b) A copy of the verified statement of claim shall be served on the defendant personally, or by leaving a copy thereof at the defendant's dwelling or usual place of abode with some person of suitable age and discretion then residing therein, or by delivering a copy of the claim to an agent authorized by appointment or by law to receive service of process, and such service shall be sufficient. Service of said process shall be made within the county as provided in this Code section. Service outside the county shall be by second original as provided in Code Section 9-10-72 . Said service shall be made by any official or person authorized by law to serve process in the superior court, by a constable, or by any person sui juris who is not a party to, or otherwise interested in, the action, who is specially appointed by the judge of said court for that purpose. When the claim and notice are served by a private individual, such individual shall make proof of service by affidavit, showing the time and place of such service on the defendant.

(b) A copy of the verified statement of claim shall be served on the defendant personally, or by leaving a copy thereof at the defendant's dwelling or usual place of abode with some person of suitable age and discretion then residing therein, or by delivering a copy of the claim to an agent authorized by appointment or by law to receive service of process, and such service shall be sufficient. Service of said process shall be made within the county as provided in this Code section. Service outside the county shall be by second original as provided in Code Section 9-10-72 . Said service shall be made by any official or person authorized by law to serve process in the superior court, by a constable, or by any person sui juris who is not a party to, or otherwise interested in, the action, who is specially appointed by the judge of said court for that purpose. When the claim and notice are served by a private individual, such individual shall make proof of service by affidavit, showing the time and place of such service on the defendant.

(c) An answer to the claim shall be filed with the court or orally presented to the judge or clerk of the court within 30 days after service of the statement of claim on the defendant to avoid a default. The answer shall be in concise form and free from technical requirements, but shall admit or deny the claim of the plaintiff. The answer shall contain the address at which the defendant desires to receive the notice of hearing. If the answer is presented to the judge or clerk orally, the judge or clerk shall reduce the answer to writing. Verification of an answer shall not be required. A copy of the answer shall be forwarded to the plaintiff and defendant with the notice of hearing. If an answer is timely filed or presented, the court shall within ten days of filing or presentation of the answer notify the defendant and the plaintiff of the calling of a hearing on the claim. The notice shall include the date, hour, and location of the hearing, which date shall be not less than 15 nor more than 30 days after the date the notice is given. The notice shall be served on the plaintiff and the defendant by mail or personal service to the address given by the plaintiff at the time he or she files his or her claim and the address given by the defendant at the time he or she files or presents his or her answer. The date of mailing shall be the date the notice is given. The clerk shall enter a certificate of service.

(c) An answer to the claim shall be filed with the court or orally presented to the judge or clerk of the court within 30 days after service of the statement of claim on the defendant to avoid a default. The answer shall be in concise form and free from technical requirements, but shall admit or deny the claim of the plaintiff. The answer shall contain the address at which the defendant desires to receive the notice of hearing. If the answer is presented to the judge or clerk orally, the judge or clerk shall reduce the answer to writing. Verification of an answer shall not be required. A copy of the answer shall be forwarded to the plaintiff and defendant with the notice of hearing. If an answer is timely filed or presented, the court shall within ten days of filing or presentation of the answer notify the defendant and the plaintiff of the calling of a hearing on the claim. The notice shall include the date, hour, and location of the hearing, which date shall be not less than 15 nor more than 30 days after the date the notice is given. The notice shall be served on the plaintiff and the defendant by mail or personal service to the address given by the plaintiff at the time he or she files his or her claim and the address given by the defendant at the time he or she files or presents his or her answer. The date of mailing shall be the date the notice is given. The clerk shall enter a certificate of service.

(d) Upon failure of the defendant to answer the claim within 30 days after service of the statement of claim, the defendant shall be in default. The defaulting party may open the default upon filing an answer and upon payment of costs within 15 days of default. If the defendant is still in default after the expiration of 15 days after the answer is due, the plaintiff shall be entitled to a default judgment without further proof if the claim is for liquidated damages. When the claim is for unliquidated damages, the plaintiff must offer proof of the damage amount. Separate notice of the date and time of the unliquidated damages hearing shall be sent to the defendant at his or her service address. The defendant shall be allowed to submit evidence at that hearing on the issue of the amount of damage only.

(d) Upon failure of the defendant to answer the claim within 30 days after service of the statement of claim, the defendant shall be in default. The defaulting party may open the default upon filing an answer and upon payment of costs within 15 days of default. If the defendant is still in default after the expiration of 15 days after the answer is due, the plaintiff shall be entitled to a default judgment without further proof if the claim is for liquidated damages. When the claim is for unliquidated damages, the plaintiff must offer proof of the damage amount. Separate notice of the date and time of the unliquidated damages hearing shall be sent to the defendant at his or her service address. The defendant shall be allowed to submit evidence at that hearing on the issue of the amount of damage only.

(e)(1) When a hearing is scheduled pursuant to subsection (c) of this Code section, upon failure of the defendant to appear for the hearing, the plaintiff shall be entitled to have the defendant's answer stricken and a default judgment entered; provided, however, that no default judgment shall be granted if the defendant appears at trial through counsel. If the claim is for liquidated damages, the plaintiff shall be entitled to take a judgment in the amount set forth in the complaint without further proof. If the claim is for unliquidated damages, the plaintiff shall proceed to prove his or her damages and take judgment in an amount determined by the judge. (2) When a hearing is scheduled pursuant to subsection (d) of this Code section, upon failure of the defendant to appear, the plaintiff shall be entitled to submit proof of the damages and take judgment in an amount determined by the judge. (3) If the plaintiff fails to appear for a hearing scheduled pursuant to either subsection (c) or (d) of this Code section, the court on motion of the defendant, or on its own motion, may dismiss the plaintiff's complaint, with or without prejudice, in the discretion of the court.

(e)(1) When a hearing is scheduled pursuant to subsection (c) of this Code section, upon failure of the defendant to appear for the hearing, the plaintiff shall be entitled to have the defendant's answer stricken and a default judgment entered; provided, however, that no default judgment shall be granted if the defendant appears at trial through counsel. If the claim is for liquidated damages, the plaintiff shall be entitled to take a judgment in the amount set forth in the complaint without further proof. If the claim is for unliquidated damages, the plaintiff shall proceed to prove his or her damages and take judgment in an amount determined by the judge.

(e)(1) When a hearing is scheduled pursuant to subsection (c) of this Code section, upon failure of the defendant to appear for the hearing, the plaintiff shall be entitled to have the defendant's answer stricken and a default judgment entered; provided, however, that no default judgment shall be granted if the defendant appears at trial through counsel. If the claim is for liquidated damages, the plaintiff shall be entitled to take a judgment in the amount set forth in the complaint without further proof. If the claim is for unliquidated damages, the plaintiff shall proceed to prove his or her damages and take judgment in an amount determined by the judge.

(2) When a hearing is scheduled pursuant to subsection (d) of this Code section, upon failure of the defendant to appear, the plaintiff shall be entitled to submit proof of the damages and take judgment in an amount determined by the judge.

(2) When a hearing is scheduled pursuant to subsection (d) of this Code section, upon failure of the defendant to appear, the plaintiff shall be entitled to submit proof of the damages and take judgment in an amount determined by the judge.

(3) If the plaintiff fails to appear for a hearing scheduled pursuant to either subsection (c) or (d) of this Code section, the court on motion of the defendant, or on its own motion, may dismiss the plaintiff's complaint, with or without prejudice, in the discretion of the court.

(3) If the plaintiff fails to appear for a hearing scheduled pursuant to either subsection (c) or (d) of this Code section, the court on motion of the defendant, or on its own motion, may dismiss the plaintiff's complaint, with or without prejudice, in the discretion of the court.

(f) At any time before final judgment, the court, in its discretion, upon payment of costs, may allow the default to be opened for providential cause preventing the filing of required pleadings or for excusable neglect or where the judge, from all the facts, shall determine that a proper case has been made for the default to be opened, on terms to be fixed by the court. In order to allow the default to be thus opened, the showing shall be made under oath, shall set up a meritorious defense, shall offer to plead instanter, and shall announce ready to proceed with the trial.

(f) At any time before final judgment, the court, in its discretion, upon payment of costs, may allow the default to be opened for providential cause preventing the filing of required pleadings or for excusable neglect or where the judge, from all the facts, shall determine that a proper case has been made for the default to be opened, on terms to be fixed by the court. In order to allow the default to be thus opened, the showing shall be made under oath, shall set up a meritorious defense, shall offer to plead instanter, and shall announce ready to proceed with the trial.

(g) Notwithstanding the provisions of Code Section 15-10-42 , the magistrate court may grant relief from a judgment under the same circumstances as the state court may grant such relief. Requests for relief from judgments pursuant to this Code section in the magistrate court shall be by filing a written motion which sets forth the issues with reasonable specificity. The procedure shall then be the same as in other cases except the court may assess costs as seem just.

(g) Notwithstanding the provisions of Code Section 15-10-42 , the magistrate court may grant relief from a judgment under the same circumstances as the state court may grant such relief. Requests for relief from judgments pursuant to this Code section in the magistrate court shall be by filing a written motion which sets forth the issues with reasonable specificity. The procedure shall then be the same as in other cases except the court may assess costs as seem just.

(h) A complaint in equity to set aside a judgment of the magistrate court may be brought under the same circumstances as a complaint to set aside a judgment in a court of record.

(h) A complaint in equity to set aside a judgment of the magistrate court may be brought under the same circumstances as a complaint to set aside a judgment in a court of record.

(i) Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prohibit an employee of any corporation or other legal entity from representing the corporation or legal entity before the magistrate court.

(i) Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prohibit an employee of any corporation or other legal entity from representing the corporation or legal entity before the magistrate court.
O.C.G.A. § 15-7-2 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 7 / Section 15-7-2
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-7-2
Status: in_force

The General Assembly may by local law create a state court in any county or counties of this state in which there is no state court, and such court shall be the “State Court of (whatever county or counties in which the court is located).”
O.C.G.A. § 15-12-12 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-12-12
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-12-12
Status: in_force

(a) In all counties of this state where the chief superior court judge of the county had the power to appoint a jury clerk on January 1, 2011, the chief judge of the superior court of such counties shall continue to have the power to appoint a jury clerk and such other personnel as may be deemed necessary or advisable to dispatch the work of the court, and the appointments to such positions and the compensation therefor shall be determined by such judge without regard to any other system or rules, such personnel to serve at the pleasure of such judge, and the salaries and expenses thereof and any attendant expenses of administration of the courts are determined to be contingent expenses of court and shall be paid as provided by law for the payment of contingent expenses. The duties of such personnel shall be as prescribed by such judge.

(a) In all counties of this state where the chief superior court judge of the county had the power to appoint a jury clerk on January 1, 2011, the chief judge of the superior court of such counties shall continue to have the power to appoint a jury clerk and such other personnel as may be deemed necessary or advisable to dispatch the work of the court, and the appointments to such positions and the compensation therefor shall be determined by such judge without regard to any other system or rules, such personnel to serve at the pleasure of such judge, and the salaries and expenses thereof and any attendant expenses of administration of the courts are determined to be contingent expenses of court and shall be paid as provided by law for the payment of contingent expenses. The duties of such personnel shall be as prescribed by such judge.

(b) All prospective jurors in such counties shall be required to answer questionnaires as may be determined and submitted by the chief superior court judge of such counties concerning their qualifications as jurors.

(b) All prospective jurors in such counties shall be required to answer questionnaires as may be determined and submitted by the chief superior court judge of such counties concerning their qualifications as jurors.

(c) In the event any such person fails or refuses to answer such questionnaire, the clerk shall report such failure or refusal to the court, together with the facts concerning the same, and the court shall have such jurisdiction as is now provided by law for subpoena, attachment, and contempt powers.

(c) In the event any such person fails or refuses to answer such questionnaire, the clerk shall report such failure or refusal to the court, together with the facts concerning the same, and the court shall have such jurisdiction as is now provided by law for subpoena, attachment, and contempt powers.

(d) This Code section shall be in addition and supplemental to other provisions provided by law, with a view toward efficient and orderly handling of jury selection and the administration of justice.

(d) This Code section shall be in addition and supplemental to other provisions provided by law, with a view toward efficient and orderly handling of jury selection and the administration of justice.
O.C.G.A. § 15-6-67 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 6 / Section 15-6-67
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-6-67
Status: reserved

(a) As used in this Code section, the term: (1) “ Condominium plan ” means a drawing that is required to be recorded prior to the first conveyance of a condominium unit pursuant to subsection (b) of Code Section 44-3-83 , including, but not limited to, a condominium floor plan, condominium plot plan, or condominium site plan. (2) “ Plat ” means a drawing prepared by a land surveyor that describes and depicts real property boundaries, including, but not limited to, a map, condominium plat, subdivision plat, as-built survey, easement survey, or retracement survey.

(a) As used in this Code section, the term:

(1) “ Condominium plan ” means a drawing that is required to be recorded prior to the first conveyance of a condominium unit pursuant to subsection (b) of Code Section 44-3-83 , including, but not limited to, a condominium floor plan, condominium plot plan, or condominium site plan.

(1) “ Condominium plan ” means a drawing that is required to be recorded prior to the first conveyance of a condominium unit pursuant to subsection (b) of Code Section 44-3-83 , including, but not limited to, a condominium floor plan, condominium plot plan, or condominium site plan.

(2) “ Plat ” means a drawing prepared by a land surveyor that describes and depicts real property boundaries, including, but not limited to, a map, condominium plat, subdivision plat, as-built survey, easement survey, or retracement survey.

(2) “ Plat ” means a drawing prepared by a land surveyor that describes and depicts real property boundaries, including, but not limited to, a map, condominium plat, subdivision plat, as-built survey, easement survey, or retracement survey.

(b) All plats and condominium plans submitted for filing with the clerk of superior court shall be submitted electronically. The clerk of superior court shall file and record plats and condominium plans relating to real estate in the county when submitted for filing as provided in this Code section and accompanied with any required filing fees or costs.

(b) All plats and condominium plans submitted for filing with the clerk of superior court shall be submitted electronically. The clerk of superior court shall file and record plats and condominium plans relating to real estate in the county when submitted for filing as provided in this Code section and accompanied with any required filing fees or costs.

(c) Each plat and condominium plan to be filed and recorded in the office of the clerk of superior court shall be in conformance with the following requirements: (1) Format for plats and condominium plans. All images of a plat or condominium plan submitted for filing shall be at full size of the drawing scale stated thereon and shall: (A) Be an electronic image of a plat or condominium plan presented to the clerk electronically in conformance with all specifications set forth in any rules and regulations promulgated by the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority; and (B) Provide a box of not less than three inches square, if at full size, in the upper left-hand corner which shall be reserved for the clerk to append filing information; (2) Required data for plats. Each plat shall comply with the minimum standards and specifications adopted in the rules and regulations of the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and provide the following information: (A) The county where the property lies; (B) Any municipality wherein the property lies; (C) The name of the property owner or owners of the subject property as stated on the most current or applicable title instrument; (D) The type of plat; (E) The name of any subdivision if the property lies within a named subdivision or if the plat is creating a new subdivision; (F) The name of any condominium if the property is within a condominium development; (G) The applicable units, pods, blocks, lots, or other subdesignations of any named subdivision or condominium; (H) The name or names of the developer or developers of any new subdivision or condominium; (I) All applicable land lots, land districts, sections, reserves, or militia districts wherein the platted property lies; (J) The date of initial preparation and issuance, and any revision dates, including a brief explanation of each revision; (K) The name, address, and telephone number of the land surveyor who prepared and sealed the plat and, if working for or through a firm, corporation, partnership, association, limited liability company, or other entity, then also the certificate of authorization number of that entity, in which case the address and telephone number of such entity are acceptable in lieu of the individual surveyor's address and telephone number; (L) The registration number of the land surveyor or a statement that he or she is the county surveyor and is not required by law to be a registered surveyor; (M) The seal of the land surveyor who has prepared the plat and is signing the surveyor certification, which shall be placed within or next to the surveyor certification box; (N) If the plat has multiple pages, the page number for each applicable page and the total number of sheets in the set shall be placed on each sheet in the same or similar location. The information required by this paragraph may be placed on all sheets or on different sheets within the set submitted for filing; and (O) The scale of the plat stated and shown graphically; and (3) Land surveyor certifications required for plats. (A) Surveyor certification box for plats. Each plat shall have depicted thereon a box which contains one of the following applicable certifications of the land surveyor: (i) As required by subsection (d) of O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 , this plat has been prepared by a land surveyor and approved by all applicable local jurisdictions for recording as evidenced by approval certificates, signatures, stamps, or statements hereon. Such approvals or affirmations should be confirmed with the appropriate governmental bodies by any purchaser or user of this plat as to intended use of any parcel. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 . (ii) As required by subsection (d) of O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 , this plat has been prepared by a land surveyor. This plat has been approved by all applicable local jurisdictions that require prior approval for recording this type of plat or one or more of the applicable local jurisdictions do not require approval of this type of plat. For any applicable local jurisdiction that requires approval of this type of plat, the names of the individuals signing or approving this plat, the agency or office of that individual, and the date of approval are listed in the approval table shown hereon. For any applicable local jurisdiction that does not require approval of this type of plat, the name of such local jurisdiction and the number of the applicable ordinance or resolution providing that no such approval is required are listed in the approval table shown hereon. Such approvals, affirmations, or ordinance or resolution numbers should be confirmed with the appropriate governmental bodies by any purchaser or user of this plat as to intended use of any parcel. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 . (iii) This plat is a retracement of an existing parcel or parcels of land and does not subdivide or create a new parcel or make any changes to any real property boundaries. The recording information of the documents, maps, plats, or other instruments which created the parcel or parcels are stated hereon. RECORDATION OF THIS PLAT DOES NOT IMPLY APPROVAL OF ANY LOCAL JURISDICTION, AVAILABILITY OF PERMITS, COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS, OR SUITABILITY FOR ANY USE OR PURPOSE OF THE LAND. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 . (iv) The property hereon lies completely within a jurisdiction which does not review or approve any plats or this type of plat prior to recording. RECORDATION OF THIS PLAT DOES NOT IMPLY APPROVAL OF ANY LOCAL JURISDICTION, AVAILABILITY OF PERMITS, COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS, OR SUITABILITY FOR ANY USE OR PURPOSE OF THE LAND. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 . (B) Other certification information required for plats. (i) The land surveyor shall sign on a line immediately beneath the certification on the plat. At the discretion of the land surveyor and in conformity with local regulations, the surveyor may electronically sign the certification using a facsimile signature. The facsimile signature may be a reproduction of an original signature or an electronically created signature. If the land surveyor elects to use a facsimile signature, the surveyor must maintain full control over the application and use of such signature. (ii) Additional dates, certifications, and signatures, which may be electronically created signatures, may be placed on plats. Such certifications may include, but are not limited to, those that may be required by local jurisdictions or agencies, the United States Small Business Administration, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the American Land Title Association. (iii) The approval table required by division (c)(3)(A)(ii) of this Code section shall be data in a tabular format which shall include the name of each governmental body or agency that has approved the plat, the name of each individual who issued such approval, and the date that each approval was granted. (iv) Plats that meet the requirements of a municipal or county governing authority ordinance or resolution specifying that no approval of such plat is necessary prior to recording may be recorded using the certification set forth in division (c)(3)(A)(ii) or (c)(3)(A)(iv) of this Code section, as applicable. (v) In the case of a plat that is a retracement survey, the land surveyor shall state clearly the recording information of any document, map, plat, or other instrument which created any of the parcels depicted. The depiction of gores, overlaps, or other parcel delineation as may be necessary to remedy or address title issues or deficiencies shall be allowed as part of the retracement function. Plats that depict existing or proposed easements for utilities or for conservation purposes may be recorded using the certification set forth in division (c)(3)(A)(iii) of this Code section, provided that there are no changes to any real property boundaries. (vi) Plats bearing the certification provided for in division (c)(3)(A)(iii) of this Code section shall be entitled to recordation without further review or local approval.

(c) Each plat and condominium plan to be filed and recorded in the office of the clerk of superior court shall be in conformance with the following requirements:

(1) Format for plats and condominium plans. All images of a plat or condominium plan submitted for filing shall be at full size of the drawing scale stated thereon and shall: (A) Be an electronic image of a plat or condominium plan presented to the clerk electronically in conformance with all specifications set forth in any rules and regulations promulgated by the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority; and (B) Provide a box of not less than three inches square, if at full size, in the upper left-hand corner which shall be reserved for the clerk to append filing information;

(1) Format for plats and condominium plans. All images of a plat or condominium plan submitted for filing shall be at full size of the drawing scale stated thereon and shall:

(A) Be an electronic image of a plat or condominium plan presented to the clerk electronically in conformance with all specifications set forth in any rules and regulations promulgated by the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority; and

(A) Be an electronic image of a plat or condominium plan presented to the clerk electronically in conformance with all specifications set forth in any rules and regulations promulgated by the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority; and

(B) Provide a box of not less than three inches square, if at full size, in the upper left-hand corner which shall be reserved for the clerk to append filing information;

(B) Provide a box of not less than three inches square, if at full size, in the upper left-hand corner which shall be reserved for the clerk to append filing information;

(2) Required data for plats. Each plat shall comply with the minimum standards and specifications adopted in the rules and regulations of the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and provide the following information: (A) The county where the property lies; (B) Any municipality wherein the property lies; (C) The name of the property owner or owners of the subject property as stated on the most current or applicable title instrument; (D) The type of plat; (E) The name of any subdivision if the property lies within a named subdivision or if the plat is creating a new subdivision; (F) The name of any condominium if the property is within a condominium development; (G) The applicable units, pods, blocks, lots, or other subdesignations of any named subdivision or condominium; (H) The name or names of the developer or developers of any new subdivision or condominium; (I) All applicable land lots, land districts, sections, reserves, or militia districts wherein the platted property lies; (J) The date of initial preparation and issuance, and any revision dates, including a brief explanation of each revision; (K) The name, address, and telephone number of the land surveyor who prepared and sealed the plat and, if working for or through a firm, corporation, partnership, association, limited liability company, or other entity, then also the certificate of authorization number of that entity, in which case the address and telephone number of such entity are acceptable in lieu of the individual surveyor's address and telephone number; (L) The registration number of the land surveyor or a statement that he or she is the county surveyor and is not required by law to be a registered surveyor; (M) The seal of the land surveyor who has prepared the plat and is signing the surveyor certification, which shall be placed within or next to the surveyor certification box; (N) If the plat has multiple pages, the page number for each applicable page and the total number of sheets in the set shall be placed on each sheet in the same or similar location. The information required by this paragraph may be placed on all sheets or on different sheets within the set submitted for filing; and (O) The scale of the plat stated and shown graphically; and

(2) Required data for plats. Each plat shall comply with the minimum standards and specifications adopted in the rules and regulations of the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and provide the following information:

(A) The county where the property lies;

(A) The county where the property lies;

(B) Any municipality wherein the property lies;

(B) Any municipality wherein the property lies;

(C) The name of the property owner or owners of the subject property as stated on the most current or applicable title instrument;

(C) The name of the property owner or owners of the subject property as stated on the most current or applicable title instrument;

(D) The type of plat;

(D) The type of plat;

(E) The name of any subdivision if the property lies within a named subdivision or if the plat is creating a new subdivision;

(E) The name of any subdivision if the property lies within a named subdivision or if the plat is creating a new subdivision;

(F) The name of any condominium if the property is within a condominium development;

(F) The name of any condominium if the property is within a condominium development;

(G) The applicable units, pods, blocks, lots, or other subdesignations of any named subdivision or condominium;

(G) The applicable units, pods, blocks, lots, or other subdesignations of any named subdivision or condominium;

(H) The name or names of the developer or developers of any new subdivision or condominium;

(H) The name or names of the developer or developers of any new subdivision or condominium;

(I) All applicable land lots, land districts, sections, reserves, or militia districts wherein the platted property lies;

(I) All applicable land lots, land districts, sections, reserves, or militia districts wherein the platted property lies;

(J) The date of initial preparation and issuance, and any revision dates, including a brief explanation of each revision;

(J) The date of initial preparation and issuance, and any revision dates, including a brief explanation of each revision;

(K) The name, address, and telephone number of the land surveyor who prepared and sealed the plat and, if working for or through a firm, corporation, partnership, association, limited liability company, or other entity, then also the certificate of authorization number of that entity, in which case the address and telephone number of such entity are acceptable in lieu of the individual surveyor's address and telephone number;

(K) The name, address, and telephone number of the land surveyor who prepared and sealed the plat and, if working for or through a firm, corporation, partnership, association, limited liability company, or other entity, then also the certificate of authorization number of that entity, in which case the address and telephone number of such entity are acceptable in lieu of the individual surveyor's address and telephone number;

(L) The registration number of the land surveyor or a statement that he or she is the county surveyor and is not required by law to be a registered surveyor;

(L) The registration number of the land surveyor or a statement that he or she is the county surveyor and is not required by law to be a registered surveyor;

(M) The seal of the land surveyor who has prepared the plat and is signing the surveyor certification, which shall be placed within or next to the surveyor certification box;

(M) The seal of the land surveyor who has prepared the plat and is signing the surveyor certification, which shall be placed within or next to the surveyor certification box;

(N) If the plat has multiple pages, the page number for each applicable page and the total number of sheets in the set shall be placed on each sheet in the same or similar location. The information required by this paragraph may be placed on all sheets or on different sheets within the set submitted for filing; and

(N) If the plat has multiple pages, the page number for each applicable page and the total number of sheets in the set shall be placed on each sheet in the same or similar location. The information required by this paragraph may be placed on all sheets or on different sheets within the set submitted for filing; and

(O) The scale of the plat stated and shown graphically; and

(O) The scale of the plat stated and shown graphically; and

(3) Land surveyor certifications required for plats. (A) Surveyor certification box for plats. Each plat shall have depicted thereon a box which contains one of the following applicable certifications of the land surveyor: (i) As required by subsection (d) of O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 , this plat has been prepared by a land surveyor and approved by all applicable local jurisdictions for recording as evidenced by approval certificates, signatures, stamps, or statements hereon. Such approvals or affirmations should be confirmed with the appropriate governmental bodies by any purchaser or user of this plat as to intended use of any parcel. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 . (ii) As required by subsection (d) of O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 , this plat has been prepared by a land surveyor. This plat has been approved by all applicable local jurisdictions that require prior approval for recording this type of plat or one or more of the applicable local jurisdictions do not require approval of this type of plat. For any applicable local jurisdiction that requires approval of this type of plat, the names of the individuals signing or approving this plat, the agency or office of that individual, and the date of approval are listed in the approval table shown hereon. For any applicable local jurisdiction that does not require approval of this type of plat, the name of such local jurisdiction and the number of the applicable ordinance or resolution providing that no such approval is required are listed in the approval table shown hereon. Such approvals, affirmations, or ordinance or resolution numbers should be confirmed with the appropriate governmental bodies by any purchaser or user of this plat as to intended use of any parcel. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 . (iii) This plat is a retracement of an existing parcel or parcels of land and does not subdivide or create a new parcel or make any changes to any real property boundaries. The recording information of the documents, maps, plats, or other instruments which created the parcel or parcels are stated hereon. RECORDATION OF THIS PLAT DOES NOT IMPLY APPROVAL OF ANY LOCAL JURISDICTION, AVAILABILITY OF PERMITS, COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS, OR SUITABILITY FOR ANY USE OR PURPOSE OF THE LAND. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 . (iv) The property hereon lies completely within a jurisdiction which does not review or approve any plats or this type of plat prior to recording. RECORDATION OF THIS PLAT DOES NOT IMPLY APPROVAL OF ANY LOCAL JURISDICTION, AVAILABILITY OF PERMITS, COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS, OR SUITABILITY FOR ANY USE OR PURPOSE OF THE LAND. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 . (B) Other certification information required for plats. (i) The land surveyor shall sign on a line immediately beneath the certification on the plat. At the discretion of the land surveyor and in conformity with local regulations, the surveyor may electronically sign the certification using a facsimile signature. The facsimile signature may be a reproduction of an original signature or an electronically created signature. If the land surveyor elects to use a facsimile signature, the surveyor must maintain full control over the application and use of such signature. (ii) Additional dates, certifications, and signatures, which may be electronically created signatures, may be placed on plats. Such certifications may include, but are not limited to, those that may be required by local jurisdictions or agencies, the United States Small Business Administration, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the American Land Title Association. (iii) The approval table required by division (c)(3)(A)(ii) of this Code section shall be data in a tabular format which shall include the name of each governmental body or agency that has approved the plat, the name of each individual who issued such approval, and the date that each approval was granted. (iv) Plats that meet the requirements of a municipal or county governing authority ordinance or resolution specifying that no approval of such plat is necessary prior to recording may be recorded using the certification set forth in division (c)(3)(A)(ii) or (c)(3)(A)(iv) of this Code section, as applicable. (v) In the case of a plat that is a retracement survey, the land surveyor shall state clearly the recording information of any document, map, plat, or other instrument which created any of the parcels depicted. The depiction of gores, overlaps, or other parcel delineation as may be necessary to remedy or address title issues or deficiencies shall be allowed as part of the retracement function. Plats that depict existing or proposed easements for utilities or for conservation purposes may be recorded using the certification set forth in division (c)(3)(A)(iii) of this Code section, provided that there are no changes to any real property boundaries. (vi) Plats bearing the certification provided for in division (c)(3)(A)(iii) of this Code section shall be entitled to recordation without further review or local approval.

(3) Land surveyor certifications required for plats.

(A) Surveyor certification box for plats. Each plat shall have depicted thereon a box which contains one of the following applicable certifications of the land surveyor: (i) As required by subsection (d) of O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 , this plat has been prepared by a land surveyor and approved by all applicable local jurisdictions for recording as evidenced by approval certificates, signatures, stamps, or statements hereon. Such approvals or affirmations should be confirmed with the appropriate governmental bodies by any purchaser or user of this plat as to intended use of any parcel. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 . (ii) As required by subsection (d) of O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 , this plat has been prepared by a land surveyor. This plat has been approved by all applicable local jurisdictions that require prior approval for recording this type of plat or one or more of the applicable local jurisdictions do not require approval of this type of plat. For any applicable local jurisdiction that requires approval of this type of plat, the names of the individuals signing or approving this plat, the agency or office of that individual, and the date of approval are listed in the approval table shown hereon. For any applicable local jurisdiction that does not require approval of this type of plat, the name of such local jurisdiction and the number of the applicable ordinance or resolution providing that no such approval is required are listed in the approval table shown hereon. Such approvals, affirmations, or ordinance or resolution numbers should be confirmed with the appropriate governmental bodies by any purchaser or user of this plat as to intended use of any parcel. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 . (iii) This plat is a retracement of an existing parcel or parcels of land and does not subdivide or create a new parcel or make any changes to any real property boundaries. The recording information of the documents, maps, plats, or other instruments which created the parcel or parcels are stated hereon. RECORDATION OF THIS PLAT DOES NOT IMPLY APPROVAL OF ANY LOCAL JURISDICTION, AVAILABILITY OF PERMITS, COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS, OR SUITABILITY FOR ANY USE OR PURPOSE OF THE LAND. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 . (iv) The property hereon lies completely within a jurisdiction which does not review or approve any plats or this type of plat prior to recording. RECORDATION OF THIS PLAT DOES NOT IMPLY APPROVAL OF ANY LOCAL JURISDICTION, AVAILABILITY OF PERMITS, COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS, OR SUITABILITY FOR ANY USE OR PURPOSE OF THE LAND. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 .

(A) Surveyor certification box for plats. Each plat shall have depicted thereon a box which contains one of the following applicable certifications of the land surveyor:

(i) As required by subsection (d) of O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 , this plat has been prepared by a land surveyor and approved by all applicable local jurisdictions for recording as evidenced by approval certificates, signatures, stamps, or statements hereon. Such approvals or affirmations should be confirmed with the appropriate governmental bodies by any purchaser or user of this plat as to intended use of any parcel. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 .

(i) As required by subsection (d) of O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 , this plat has been prepared by a land surveyor and approved by all applicable local jurisdictions for recording as evidenced by approval certificates, signatures, stamps, or statements hereon. Such approvals or affirmations should be confirmed with the appropriate governmental bodies by any purchaser or user of this plat as to intended use of any parcel. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 .

(ii) As required by subsection (d) of O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 , this plat has been prepared by a land surveyor. This plat has been approved by all applicable local jurisdictions that require prior approval for recording this type of plat or one or more of the applicable local jurisdictions do not require approval of this type of plat. For any applicable local jurisdiction that requires approval of this type of plat, the names of the individuals signing or approving this plat, the agency or office of that individual, and the date of approval are listed in the approval table shown hereon. For any applicable local jurisdiction that does not require approval of this type of plat, the name of such local jurisdiction and the number of the applicable ordinance or resolution providing that no such approval is required are listed in the approval table shown hereon. Such approvals, affirmations, or ordinance or resolution numbers should be confirmed with the appropriate governmental bodies by any purchaser or user of this plat as to intended use of any parcel. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 .

(iii) This plat is a retracement of an existing parcel or parcels of land and does not subdivide or create a new parcel or make any changes to any real property boundaries. The recording information of the documents, maps, plats, or other instruments which created the parcel or parcels are stated hereon. RECORDATION OF THIS PLAT DOES NOT IMPLY APPROVAL OF ANY LOCAL JURISDICTION, AVAILABILITY OF PERMITS, COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS, OR SUITABILITY FOR ANY USE OR PURPOSE OF THE LAND. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 .

(iii) This plat is a retracement of an existing parcel or parcels of land and does not subdivide or create a new parcel or make any changes to any real property boundaries. The recording information of the documents, maps, plats, or other instruments which created the parcel or parcels are stated hereon. RECORDATION OF THIS PLAT DOES NOT IMPLY APPROVAL OF ANY LOCAL JURISDICTION, AVAILABILITY OF PERMITS, COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS, OR SUITABILITY FOR ANY USE OR PURPOSE OF THE LAND. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 .

(iv) The property hereon lies completely within a jurisdiction which does not review or approve any plats or this type of plat prior to recording. RECORDATION OF THIS PLAT DOES NOT IMPLY APPROVAL OF ANY LOCAL JURISDICTION, AVAILABILITY OF PERMITS, COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS, OR SUITABILITY FOR ANY USE OR PURPOSE OF THE LAND. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 .

(iv) The property hereon lies completely within a jurisdiction which does not review or approve any plats or this type of plat prior to recording. RECORDATION OF THIS PLAT DOES NOT IMPLY APPROVAL OF ANY LOCAL JURISDICTION, AVAILABILITY OF PERMITS, COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS, OR SUITABILITY FOR ANY USE OR PURPOSE OF THE LAND. Furthermore, the undersigned land surveyor certifies that this plat complies with the minimum technical standards for property surveys in Georgia as set forth in the rules and regulations of the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and as set forth in O.C.G.A. Section 15-6-67 .

(B) Other certification information required for plats. (i) The land surveyor shall sign on a line immediately beneath the certification on the plat. At the discretion of the land surveyor and in conformity with local regulations, the surveyor may electronically sign the certification using a facsimile signature. The facsimile signature may be a reproduction of an original signature or an electronically created signature. If the land surveyor elects to use a facsimile signature, the surveyor must maintain full control over the application and use of such signature. (ii) Additional dates, certifications, and signatures, which may be electronically created signatures, may be placed on plats. Such certifications may include, but are not limited to, those that may be required by local jurisdictions or agencies, the United States Small Business Administration, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the American Land Title Association. (iii) The approval table required by division (c)(3)(A)(ii) of this Code section shall be data in a tabular format which shall include the name of each governmental body or agency that has approved the plat, the name of each individual who issued such approval, and the date that each approval was granted. (iv) Plats that meet the requirements of a municipal or county governing authority ordinance or resolution specifying that no approval of such plat is necessary prior to recording may be recorded using the certification set forth in division (c)(3)(A)(ii) or (c)(3)(A)(iv) of this Code section, as applicable. (v) In the case of a plat that is a retracement survey, the land surveyor shall state clearly the recording information of any document, map, plat, or other instrument which created any of the parcels depicted. The depiction of gores, overlaps, or other parcel delineation as may be necessary to remedy or address title issues or deficiencies shall be allowed as part of the retracement function. Plats that depict existing or proposed easements for utilities or for conservation purposes may be recorded using the certification set forth in division (c)(3)(A)(iii) of this Code section, provided that there are no changes to any real property boundaries. (vi) Plats bearing the certification provided for in division (c)(3)(A)(iii) of this Code section shall be entitled to recordation without further review or local approval.

(B) Other certification information required for plats.

(i) The land surveyor shall sign on a line immediately beneath the certification on the plat. At the discretion of the land surveyor and in conformity with local regulations, the surveyor may electronically sign the certification using a facsimile signature. The facsimile signature may be a reproduction of an original signature or an electronically created signature. If the land surveyor elects to use a facsimile signature, the surveyor must maintain full control over the application and use of such signature.

(i) The land surveyor shall sign on a line immediately beneath the certification on the plat. At the discretion of the land surveyor and in conformity with local regulations, the surveyor may electronically sign the certification using a facsimile signature. The facsimile signature may be a reproduction of an original signature or an electronically created signature. If the land surveyor elects to use a facsimile signature, the surveyor must maintain full control over the application and use of such signature.

(ii) Additional dates, certifications, and signatures, which may be electronically created signatures, may be placed on plats. Such certifications may include, but are not limited to, those that may be required by local jurisdictions or agencies, the United States Small Business Administration, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the American Land Title Association.

(ii) Additional dates, certifications, and signatures, which may be electronically created signatures, may be placed on plats. Such certifications may include, but are not limited to, those that may be required by local jurisdictions or agencies, the United States Small Business Administration, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the American Land Title Association.

(iii) The approval table required by division (c)(3)(A)(ii) of this Code section shall be data in a tabular format which shall include the name of each governmental body or agency that has approved the plat, the name of each individual who issued such approval, and the date that each approval was granted.

(iii) The approval table required by division (c)(3)(A)(ii) of this Code section shall be data in a tabular format which shall include the name of each governmental body or agency that has approved the plat, the name of each individual who issued such approval, and the date that each approval was granted.

(iv) Plats that meet the requirements of a municipal or county governing authority ordinance or resolution specifying that no approval of such plat is necessary prior to recording may be recorded using the certification set forth in division (c)(3)(A)(ii) or (c)(3)(A)(iv) of this Code section, as applicable.

(iv) Plats that meet the requirements of a municipal or county governing authority ordinance or resolution specifying that no approval of such plat is necessary prior to recording may be recorded using the certification set forth in division (c)(3)(A)(ii) or (c)(3)(A)(iv) of this Code section, as applicable.

(v) In the case of a plat that is a retracement survey, the land surveyor shall state clearly the recording information of any document, map, plat, or other instrument which created any of the parcels depicted. The depiction of gores, overlaps, or other parcel delineation as may be necessary to remedy or address title issues or deficiencies shall be allowed as part of the retracement function. Plats that depict existing or proposed easements for utilities or for conservation purposes may be recorded using the certification set forth in division (c)(3)(A)(iii) of this Code section, provided that there are no changes to any real property boundaries.

(v) In the case of a plat that is a retracement survey, the land surveyor shall state clearly the recording information of any document, map, plat, or other instrument which created any of the parcels depicted. The depiction of gores, overlaps, or other parcel delineation as may be necessary to remedy or address title issues or deficiencies shall be allowed as part of the retracement function. Plats that depict existing or proposed easements for utilities or for conservation purposes may be recorded using the certification set forth in division (c)(3)(A)(iii) of this Code section, provided that there are no changes to any real property boundaries.

(vi) Plats bearing the certification provided for in division (c)(3)(A)(iii) of this Code section shall be entitled to recordation without further review or local approval.

(vi) Plats bearing the certification provided for in division (c)(3)(A)(iii) of this Code section shall be entitled to recordation without further review or local approval.

(d) Whenever the municipal planning commission, the county planning commission, the municipal-county planning commission, or, if no such planning commission exists, the appropriate municipal or county governing authority prepares and adopts subdivision regulations or land use regulations, or both, then no plat of a subdivision of land within the municipality or the county shall be presented for filing with the office of the clerk of superior court of a county without the approval of the municipal planning commission, county planning commission, municipal-county planning commission, or appropriate municipal or county governing authority.

(d) Whenever the municipal planning commission, the county planning commission, the municipal-county planning commission, or, if no such planning commission exists, the appropriate municipal or county governing authority prepares and adopts subdivision regulations or land use regulations, or both, then no plat of a subdivision of land within the municipality or the county shall be presented for filing with the office of the clerk of superior court of a county without the approval of the municipal planning commission, county planning commission, municipal-county planning commission, or appropriate municipal or county governing authority.

(e) Any land surveyor who fraudulently makes any certification required under this Code section shall, upon conviction thereof, be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(e) Any land surveyor who fraudulently makes any certification required under this Code section shall, upon conviction thereof, be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(f) The clerk of superior court shall make available a public computer terminal which provides a filer access to the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority's electronic filing portal.

(f) The clerk of superior court shall make available a public computer terminal which provides a filer access to the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority's electronic filing portal.

(g) The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority shall have the power and authority to promulgate such rules and regulations deemed necessary or convenient for implementation of the provisions of this Code section.

(g) The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority shall have the power and authority to promulgate such rules and regulations deemed necessary or convenient for implementation of the provisions of this Code section.

(h) The clerk of superior court shall be held harmless for the filing of any plat or condominium plan that fails to meet any requirement of this Code section.

(h) The clerk of superior court shall be held harmless for the filing of any plat or condominium plan that fails to meet any requirement of this Code section.

(i) Any plats or condominium plans prepared prior to May 8, 2017, in compliance with previous statutory requirements may be recorded pursuant to this Code section so long as such documents are submitted as electronic images and presented to the clerk of superior court electronically.

(i) Any plats or condominium plans prepared prior to May 8, 2017, in compliance with previous statutory requirements may be recorded pursuant to this Code section so long as such documents are submitted as electronic images and presented to the clerk of superior court electronically.
O.C.G.A. § 15-23-5 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 23 / Section 15-23-5
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-23-5
Status: in_force

The secretary-treasurer of the board shall give a good and sufficient surety bond, payable to the fund in such an amount as may be determined by the board, to account faithfully for all funds received and disbursed by him or her. The premium on the bond shall be paid out of the fund in such county. A secretary-treasurer who is designated by a combined board of several counties as provided by Code Section 15-23-12 may satisfy the bonding requirement with one bond. If the secretary-treasurer is already bonded by virtue of being a state employee, such a bond as a state employee will satisfy the bonding requirement.
O.C.G.A. § 15-6-77 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 6 / Section 15-6-77
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-6-77
Status: reserved

(a) The clerks of the superior courts of this state shall be entitled to charge and collect the sums enumerated in this Code section.

(a) The clerks of the superior courts of this state shall be entitled to charge and collect the sums enumerated in this Code section.

(b) All sums as provided for in this Code section shall be inclusive of the sums that the clerks of the superior courts may be required to collect pursuant to Code Section 15-6-61 , 15-6-77.4 , 15-6-98 , 45-17-4 , or 47-14-51 , or as otherwise provided by law as a deduction from the applicable fee. The sums provided in this Code section are exclusive of costs for service of process or other additional sums as may be provided by law.

(b) All sums as provided for in this Code section shall be inclusive of the sums that the clerks of the superior courts may be required to collect pursuant to Code Section 15-6-61 , 15-6-77.4 , 15-6-98 , 45-17-4 , or 47-14-51 , or as otherwise provided by law as a deduction from the applicable fee. The sums provided in this Code section are exclusive of costs for service of process or other additional sums as may be provided by law.

(c) Any fees received as provided for in this Code section shall be paid into the county treasury less and except such sums as are otherwise directed to be paid by the clerk to another entity according to some other general law expressly providing for same, including, but not limited to, any sums pursuant to Code Section 15-6-61 and such sums as are collected pursuant to Code Section 15-6-77.4 , 15-6-98 , 36-15-9 , 45-17-4 , or 47-14-51 , which sums shall be remitted to such authorities as provided by law. Fees, sums, or other remuneration for the performance of duties provided for under the laws of the United States or regulations promulgated pursuant to such laws shall be as provided in such laws or regulations as personal compensation to the clerk of the superior court for the performance of such duties.

(c) Any fees received as provided for in this Code section shall be paid into the county treasury less and except such sums as are otherwise directed to be paid by the clerk to another entity according to some other general law expressly providing for same, including, but not limited to, any sums pursuant to Code Section 15-6-61 and such sums as are collected pursuant to Code Section 15-6-77.4 , 15-6-98 , 36-15-9 , 45-17-4 , or 47-14-51 , which sums shall be remitted to such authorities as provided by law. Fees, sums, or other remuneration for the performance of duties provided for under the laws of the United States or regulations promulgated pursuant to such laws shall be as provided in such laws or regulations as personal compensation to the clerk of the superior court for the performance of such duties.

(d) Except for the filing of civil cases in which the filing party is indigent as provided in subsection (e) of this Code section, all sums specified in this Code section shall be paid to the clerk at the time of filing or other service.

(d) Except for the filing of civil cases in which the filing party is indigent as provided in subsection (e) of this Code section, all sums specified in this Code section shall be paid to the clerk at the time of filing or other service.

(e) Costs in civil cases: (1) As used in this subsection, the term “ civil cases ” shall include all actions, cases, proceedings, motions, or filings civil in nature, including but not limited to actions for divorce, domestic relations actions, modifications on closed civil cases, adoptions, condemnation actions, and actions for the validation and confirmation of revenue bonds. Any postjudgment proceeding filed more than 30 days after judgment or dismissal in an action shall be considered as a new case for the purposes of this Code section and shall be given a new case number by the clerk of the superior court; provided, however, that such new case number shall not subject a party to any fee other than provided for in this Code section. (2) Except as provided in paragraphs (3) and (4) of this subsection, the total sum for all services rendered by the clerk of the superior court through entry of judgment in civil cases shall be $58.00. Such sum shall not be required if the party desiring to file such case or proceeding is unable, because of indigence, to pay such sum and such party files with the clerk an affidavit to such effect, as provided by law. Nothing contained in this subsection shall be deemed to require advance payment of such sum by the state, its agencies, or political subdivisions. (3) In all cases involving condemnations or the validation and confirmation of revenue bonds, the following additional sums shall be charged at the conclusion of the action: (A) Validation and confirmation of revenue bonds pursuant to Code Section 36-82-79, first 500 bonds, each ․․․․$ 1.00 All bonds over 500, each․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․ ․․․․․․․.50 (B) Recording on final record, per page․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․ ․․․․․․1.50 (4) No fee or cost shall be assessed for any service rendered by the clerk of superior court through entry of judgment in family violence cases under Chapter 13 of Title 19 or in connection with the filing, issuance, registration, or service of a protection order or a petition for a prosecution order to protect a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault. A petitioner seeking a temporary protective order or a respondent involved in a temporary protective order hearing under the provisions of Code Section 19-13-3 or 19-13-4 shall be provided with a foreign language or sign language interpreter when necessary for the hearing on the petition. The reasonable cost of the interpreter shall be paid by the local victim assistance funds as provided by Article 8 of Chapter 21 of this title. The provisions of this paragraph shall control over any other conflicting provisions of law. (5) Nothing contained in this Code section shall be construed so as to prohibit the collection of any other costs authorized by law for postjudgment proceedings or for any other services which the clerk or the sheriff shall perform. Nothing contained in this Code section shall be construed to affect in any way the power and authority of the superior courts from taxing costs in accordance with law, but no costs shall be refunded by the clerk unless and until the same have been paid to the clerk by the losing party.

(e) Costs in civil cases:

(1) As used in this subsection, the term “ civil cases ” shall include all actions, cases, proceedings, motions, or filings civil in nature, including but not limited to actions for divorce, domestic relations actions, modifications on closed civil cases, adoptions, condemnation actions, and actions for the validation and confirmation of revenue bonds. Any postjudgment proceeding filed more than 30 days after judgment or dismissal in an action shall be considered as a new case for the purposes of this Code section and shall be given a new case number by the clerk of the superior court; provided, however, that such new case number shall not subject a party to any fee other than provided for in this Code section.

(1) As used in this subsection, the term “ civil cases ” shall include all actions, cases, proceedings, motions, or filings civil in nature, including but not limited to actions for divorce, domestic relations actions, modifications on closed civil cases, adoptions, condemnation actions, and actions for the validation and confirmation of revenue bonds. Any postjudgment proceeding filed more than 30 days after judgment or dismissal in an action shall be considered as a new case for the purposes of this Code section and shall be given a new case number by the clerk of the superior court; provided, however, that such new case number shall not subject a party to any fee other than provided for in this Code section.

(2) Except as provided in paragraphs (3) and (4) of this subsection, the total sum for all services rendered by the clerk of the superior court through entry of judgment in civil cases shall be $58.00. Such sum shall not be required if the party desiring to file such case or proceeding is unable, because of indigence, to pay such sum and such party files with the clerk an affidavit to such effect, as provided by law. Nothing contained in this subsection shall be deemed to require advance payment of such sum by the state, its agencies, or political subdivisions.

(2) Except as provided in paragraphs (3) and (4) of this subsection, the total sum for all services rendered by the clerk of the superior court through entry of judgment in civil cases shall be $58.00. Such sum shall not be required if the party desiring to file such case or proceeding is unable, because of indigence, to pay such sum and such party files with the clerk an affidavit to such effect, as provided by law. Nothing contained in this subsection shall be deemed to require advance payment of such sum by the state, its agencies, or political subdivisions.

(3) In all cases involving condemnations or the validation and confirmation of revenue bonds, the following additional sums shall be charged at the conclusion of the action: (A) Validation and confirmation of revenue bonds pursuant to Code Section 36-82-79, first 500 bonds, each ․․․․$ 1.00 All bonds over 500, each․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․ ․․․․․․․.50 (B) Recording on final record, per page․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․ ․․․․․․1.50

(3) In all cases involving condemnations or the validation and confirmation of revenue bonds, the following additional sums shall be charged at the conclusion of the action:

(A)

Validation and confirmation of revenue bonds pursuant to Code Section 36-82-79, first 500 bonds, each

․․․․$ 1.00

All bonds over 500, each․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․

․․․․․․․.50

(B)

Recording on final record, per page․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․

․․․․․․1.50

(4) No fee or cost shall be assessed for any service rendered by the clerk of superior court through entry of judgment in family violence cases under Chapter 13 of Title 19 or in connection with the filing, issuance, registration, or service of a protection order or a petition for a prosecution order to protect a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault. A petitioner seeking a temporary protective order or a respondent involved in a temporary protective order hearing under the provisions of Code Section 19-13-3 or 19-13-4 shall be provided with a foreign language or sign language interpreter when necessary for the hearing on the petition. The reasonable cost of the interpreter shall be paid by the local victim assistance funds as provided by Article 8 of Chapter 21 of this title. The provisions of this paragraph shall control over any other conflicting provisions of law.

(4) No fee or cost shall be assessed for any service rendered by the clerk of superior court through entry of judgment in family violence cases under Chapter 13 of Title 19 or in connection with the filing, issuance, registration, or service of a protection order or a petition for a prosecution order to protect a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault. A petitioner seeking a temporary protective order or a respondent involved in a temporary protective order hearing under the provisions of Code Section 19-13-3 or 19-13-4 shall be provided with a foreign language or sign language interpreter when necessary for the hearing on the petition. The reasonable cost of the interpreter shall be paid by the local victim assistance funds as provided by Article 8 of Chapter 21 of this title. The provisions of this paragraph shall control over any other conflicting provisions of law.

(5) Nothing contained in this Code section shall be construed so as to prohibit the collection of any other costs authorized by law for postjudgment proceedings or for any other services which the clerk or the sheriff shall perform. Nothing contained in this Code section shall be construed to affect in any way the power and authority of the superior courts from taxing costs in accordance with law, but no costs shall be refunded by the clerk unless and until the same have been paid to the clerk by the losing party.

(5) Nothing contained in this Code section shall be construed so as to prohibit the collection of any other costs authorized by law for postjudgment proceedings or for any other services which the clerk or the sheriff shall perform. Nothing contained in this Code section shall be construed to affect in any way the power and authority of the superior courts from taxing costs in accordance with law, but no costs shall be refunded by the clerk unless and until the same have been paid to the clerk by the losing party.

(f) Sums for filing documents, instruments, etc., pertaining to real estate or personal property, such sums to include recording and returning where applicable, shall be as follows and shall continue to be subject to the remittance requirements to be paid by the clerk pursuant to Code Section 15-6-61 , 15-6-98 , or 47-14-51 : (1)(A)(i) Filing each instrument pertaining to real estate including, but not limited to, each deed, deed of trust, affidavit, release, notice, certificate, cancellation, assignment, notice filing for Uniform Commercial Code related real estate, and assignment of a security deed or mortgage $ 25.00 For any instrument that includes a request for cancellation, satisfaction, release, or assignment of more than one instrument, the filing fee specified in this division shall be submitted and paid for each such instrument which is to be canceled, satisfied, released, or assigned. (ii) Filing an instrument pertaining to real estate and personal property including a lien on real estate and personal property, hospital lien, notice of lis pendens, written information on utilities, cancellation of a lien, and writ of fieri facias 25.00 For any instrument that includes a request for cancellation, satisfaction, release, or assignment of more than one instrument, the filing fee specified in this division shall be submitted and paid for each such instrument which is to be canceled, satisfied, released, or assigned. (iii) Filing of a tax lien by a state or local government agency․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․ 5.00 Each page, after the first page․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․ 2.00 For each tax cancellation, satisfaction, release, notice, withdrawal, or other document referencing a previously filed tax lien, an additional sum for each previous tax lien referenced 2.00 (B) Filing a financing statement, amendment to a financing statement, continuation statement, termination statement, release of collateral, or other filing pursuant to Article 9 of Title 11 25.00 (2) Filing maps or plats, each page․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․ 10.00

(f) Sums for filing documents, instruments, etc., pertaining to real estate or personal property, such sums to include recording and returning where applicable, shall be as follows and shall continue to be subject to the remittance requirements to be paid by the clerk pursuant to Code Section 15-6-61 , 15-6-98 , or 47-14-51 :

(1)(A)(i) Filing each instrument pertaining to real estate including, but not limited to, each deed, deed of trust, affidavit, release, notice, certificate, cancellation, assignment, notice filing for Uniform Commercial Code related real estate, and assignment of a security deed or mortgage

$ 25.00

For any instrument that includes a request for cancellation, satisfaction, release, or assignment of more than one instrument, the filing fee specified in this division shall be submitted and paid for each such instrument which is to be canceled, satisfied, released, or assigned.

(ii) Filing an instrument pertaining to real estate and personal property including a lien on real estate and personal property, hospital lien, notice of lis pendens, written information on utilities, cancellation of a lien, and writ of fieri facias

25.00

For any instrument that includes a request for cancellation, satisfaction, release, or assignment of more than one instrument, the filing fee specified in this division shall be submitted and paid for each such instrument which is to be canceled, satisfied, released, or assigned.

(iii) Filing of a tax lien by a state or local government agency․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․

5.00

Each page, after the first page․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․

2.00

For each tax cancellation, satisfaction, release, notice, withdrawal, or other document referencing a previously filed tax lien, an additional sum for each previous tax lien referenced

2.00

(B) Filing a financing statement, amendment to a financing statement, continuation statement, termination statement, release of collateral, or other filing pursuant to Article 9 of Title 11

25.00

(2) Filing maps or plats, each page․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․

10.00

(g) Miscellaneous fees: (1) Recording any instrument or writing, fee not otherwise specified, first page․․․․․ ․․․․․$ 5.00 Each page, after the first․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․ ․․․․․․․2.00 (2) Uncertified copies of documents, if no assistance is required from the office of the clerk of superior court, per page ․․․․․․․ .50 Uncertified copies, if assistance is required․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․ ․․․․․․․1.00 Uncertified copies, if transmitted telephonically or electronically, first page․․․․․․ ․․․․․․․2.50 Each page, after the first․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․ ․․․․․․․1.00 (3) Uncertified copies of documents, drawings, or plats, copy larger than 8.5 x 14 inches ․․․․․․․2.00 (4) Certification or exemplification of record, including certificates and seals, first page ․․․․․․․2.50 Each page, after the first․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․ ․․․․․․․․.50 (5) Clerk's certificate․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․ ․․․․․․․1.00 (6) Court's seal․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․ ․․․․․․․1.00 (7) The clerk may provide computer data or computer generated printouts of public records subject to disclosure maintained on computer by, or available to, the clerk, for each page or partial page of printed data or copies of such or its equivalent ․․․․․․․2.50 Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to require any clerk to provide computer generated reports nor shall any clerk be required to prepare custom or individualized computer compilations or reports for any person or entity which would require preparation of a computer program which is not a standard existing computer program in use by the clerk. The clerk shall not be required to permit access to, or to provide copies of, copyrighted computer programs or any other computer programs in violation of any software license agreement or containing confidential records otherwise excluded or exempted by this Code section or any other applicable law. (8) Issuing certificate of pending or unsatisfied judgment, as provided in Code Section 40-9-40 ․․․․․․․3.00 (9) Issuing certificate of appointment and reappointment to notaries public, as provided by Code Section 45-17-4 ․․․․․ 20.00 (10) Registering and filing trade names pursuant to Code Section 10-1-490․․․․․․․․․․․․ ․․․․․ 15.00 (11) Issuing subpoena, signed and sealed, notwithstanding subsection (e) of this Code section, each ․․․․․․ 5.00 (12) Preparation of record and transcript to the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals, per page ․․․․․․ 1.00 Where a transcript of the evidence and proceedings is filed with the clerk and does not require recopying, the clerk shall not receive the fee herein prescribed with respect to such transcript but shall receive, for filing and transmission of such transcript, a fee of ․․․․․ 35.00 (13) Reserved. (14) Reserved. (15) For performing the duties required of them by Article 2 of Chapter 2 of Title 44, the clerks shall receive the same sums as in civil cases. (16) For performing the duties required of them by Article 1 of Chapter 9A of Title 14, the “Uniform Limited Partnership Act,” and for filing statements of partnership pursuant to Code Section 14-8-10.1, the clerks shall receive the sums as in civil cases.

(g) Miscellaneous fees:

(1) Recording any instrument or writing, fee not otherwise specified, first page․․․․․

․․․․․$ 5.00

Each page, after the first․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․

․․․․․․․2.00

(2) Uncertified copies of documents, if no assistance is required from the office of the clerk of superior court, per page

․․․․․․․ .50

Uncertified copies, if assistance is required․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․

․․․․․․․1.00

Uncertified copies, if transmitted telephonically or electronically, first page․․․․․․

․․․․․․․2.50

Each page, after the first․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․

․․․․․․․1.00

(3) Uncertified copies of documents, drawings, or plats, copy larger than 8.5 x 14 inches

․․․․․․․2.00

(4) Certification or exemplification of record, including certificates and seals, first page

․․․․․․․2.50

Each page, after the first․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․

․․․․․․․․.50

(5) Clerk's certificate․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․

․․․․․․․1.00

(6) Court's seal․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․

․․․․․․․1.00

(7) The clerk may provide computer data or computer generated printouts of public records subject to disclosure maintained on computer by, or available to, the clerk, for each page or partial page of printed data or copies of such or its equivalent

․․․․․․․2.50

Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to require any clerk to provide computer generated reports nor shall any clerk be required to prepare custom or individualized computer compilations or reports for any person or entity which would require preparation of a computer program which is not a standard existing computer program in use by the clerk. The clerk shall not be required to permit access to, or to provide copies of, copyrighted computer programs or any other computer programs in violation of any software license agreement or containing confidential records otherwise excluded or exempted by this Code section or any other applicable law.

(8) Issuing certificate of pending or unsatisfied judgment, as provided in Code Section 40-9-40

․․․․․․․3.00

(9) Issuing certificate of appointment and reappointment to notaries public, as provided by Code Section 45-17-4

․․․․․ 20.00

(10) Registering and filing trade names pursuant to Code Section 10-1-490․․․․․․․․․․․․

․․․․․ 15.00

(11) Issuing subpoena, signed and sealed, notwithstanding subsection (e) of this Code section, each

․․․․․․ 5.00

(12) Preparation of record and transcript to the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals, per page

․․․․․․ 1.00

Where a transcript of the evidence and proceedings is filed with the clerk and does not require recopying, the clerk shall not receive the fee herein prescribed with respect to such transcript but shall receive, for filing and transmission of such transcript, a fee of

․․․․․ 35.00

(13) Reserved.

(14) Reserved.

(15) For performing the duties required of them by Article 2 of Chapter 2 of Title 44, the clerks shall receive the same sums as in civil cases.

(16) For performing the duties required of them by Article 1 of Chapter 9A of Title 14, the “Uniform Limited Partnership Act,” and for filing statements of partnership pursuant to Code Section 14-8-10.1, the clerks shall receive the sums as in civil cases.

(h) Fees in criminal cases: (1) Entering and docketing bills of indictment, presentments, no-bills, accusations․․․․․ ․․․$ 3.00 (2) Reserved. (3) Reserved. (4) Reserved. (5) Reserved. (6) Preparation and furnishing copy of the record of appeal in criminal cases where the accused was convicted of capital felony, except when provided in accordance with subsection (b) of Code Section 5-6-43, per page ․․․․․1.00 Clerk's certificate․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․ ․․․․․1.00 The clerk shall not receive compensation for the transcript of evidence and proceedings. (7) When costs are assessed by the court the minimum amount assessed as court costs in the disposition of any criminal case in the superior court shall be $100.00. Any surcharge provided for by law shall be in addition to such sum.

(h) Fees in criminal cases:

(1) Entering and docketing bills of indictment, presentments, no-bills, accusations․․․․․

․․․$ 3.00

(2) Reserved.

(3) Reserved.

(4) Reserved.

(5) Reserved.

(6) Preparation and furnishing copy of the record of appeal in criminal cases where the accused was convicted of capital felony, except when provided in accordance with subsection (b) of Code Section 5-6-43, per page

․․․․․1.00

Clerk's certificate․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․․

․․․․․1.00

The clerk shall not receive compensation for the transcript of evidence and proceedings.

(7) When costs are assessed by the court the minimum amount assessed as court costs in the disposition of any criminal case in the superior court shall be $100.00. Any surcharge provided for by law shall be in addition to such sum.

(i) No fees shall be charged for the following: (1) Recording discharge certificates of veterans, as provided in Code Section 15-6-78 ; (2) Filing a petition as provided in Code Section 42-8-66 ; (3) Recording and certifying documents in connection with admission to practice law; and (4) Costs associated with the filing of criminal charges by an alleged victim of a violation of Code Section 16-5-90 , 16-5-91 , 16-6-1 , 16-6-2 , 16-6-3 , 16-6-4 , 16-6-5.1 , 16-6-22.1 , or 16-6-22.2 or an alleged victim of any domestic violence offense or for the issuance or service of a warrant, protective order, or witness subpoena arising from the violation of Code Section 16-5-90 , 16-5-91 , 16-6-1 , 16-6-2 , 16-6-3 , 16-6-4 , 16-6-5.1 , 16-6-22.1 , or 16-6-22.2 or the incident of domestic violence.

(i) No fees shall be charged for the following:

(1) Recording discharge certificates of veterans, as provided in Code Section 15-6-78 ;

(1) Recording discharge certificates of veterans, as provided in Code Section 15-6-78 ;

(2) Filing a petition as provided in Code Section 42-8-66 ;

(2) Filing a petition as provided in Code Section 42-8-66 ;

(3) Recording and certifying documents in connection with admission to practice law; and

(3) Recording and certifying documents in connection with admission to practice law; and

(4) Costs associated with the filing of criminal charges by an alleged victim of a violation of Code Section 16-5-90 , 16-5-91 , 16-6-1 , 16-6-2 , 16-6-3 , 16-6-4 , 16-6-5.1 , 16-6-22.1 , or 16-6-22.2 or an alleged victim of any domestic violence offense or for the issuance or service of a warrant, protective order, or witness subpoena arising from the violation of Code Section 16-5-90 , 16-5-91 , 16-6-1 , 16-6-2 , 16-6-3 , 16-6-4 , 16-6-5.1 , 16-6-22.1 , or 16-6-22.2 or the incident of domestic violence.

(4) Costs associated with the filing of criminal charges by an alleged victim of a violation of Code Section 16-5-90 , 16-5-91 , 16-6-1 , 16-6-2 , 16-6-3 , 16-6-4 , 16-6-5.1 , 16-6-22.1 , or 16-6-22.2 or an alleged victim of any domestic violence offense or for the issuance or service of a warrant, protective order, or witness subpoena arising from the violation of Code Section 16-5-90 , 16-5-91 , 16-6-1 , 16-6-2 , 16-6-3 , 16-6-4 , 16-6-5.1 , 16-6-22.1 , or 16-6-22.2 or the incident of domestic violence.

(j) All laws in force in this state which provide compensation for clerks of the superior courts for the discharge of duties not enumerated in this Code section nor in conflict with this Code section shall remain in full force and effect.

(j) All laws in force in this state which provide compensation for clerks of the superior courts for the discharge of duties not enumerated in this Code section nor in conflict with this Code section shall remain in full force and effect.

(k) No fees, assessments, or other charges may be assessed or collected except as authorized in this Code section or some other general law expressly providing for same.

(k) No fees, assessments, or other charges may be assessed or collected except as authorized in this Code section or some other general law expressly providing for same.

(l) The clerk of superior court may provide such additional services for which there is no fee specified by statute in connection with the operation of the clerk's offices as may be requested by the public and agreed to by the clerk. Any charges for such additional services shall be as agreed to between the clerk and the party making the request. Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to require any clerk to provide any such service not otherwise required by law.

(l) The clerk of superior court may provide such additional services for which there is no fee specified by statute in connection with the operation of the clerk's offices as may be requested by the public and agreed to by the clerk. Any charges for such additional services shall be as agreed to between the clerk and the party making the request. Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to require any clerk to provide any such service not otherwise required by law.

(m) The sheriffs of this state shall not be required to pay recording fees for criminal bonds and writs of fieri facias issued on criminal bond forfeitures.

(m) The sheriffs of this state shall not be required to pay recording fees for criminal bonds and writs of fieri facias issued on criminal bond forfeitures.

(n) The clerk of superior court shall not be required to refund excess sums tendered to the clerk as payment of costs or fees enumerated in this Code section when such payment exceeds the amount required by this Code section by less than $15.00.

(n) The clerk of superior court shall not be required to refund excess sums tendered to the clerk as payment of costs or fees enumerated in this Code section when such payment exceeds the amount required by this Code section by less than $15.00.

(o) In addition to the fees required by this Code section: (1) With respect to any instrument that includes a request for cancellation, satisfaction, or release of any instrument described in division (f)(1)(A)(i) or (f)(1)(A)(ii) of this Code section, the clerk shall file, index, and record the cancellation of each such instrument identified and requested to be canceled, provided that the requesting party pays the applicable filing fee and that such instrument accurately identifies the recording information for such instrument to be canceled, satisfied, or released; and (2) For the purposes of this subsection and any other Code section requiring the clerk of superior court to cross-index, cross-reference, or make any other notation affecting any instrument filed in the clerk's office, including, but not limited to, real estate, personal property, liens, plats, and any other instruments, the clerk shall be authorized to make such entry or notation through electronic or automated means in lieu of entering such information manually in paper books or dockets.

(o) In addition to the fees required by this Code section:

(1) With respect to any instrument that includes a request for cancellation, satisfaction, or release of any instrument described in division (f)(1)(A)(i) or (f)(1)(A)(ii) of this Code section, the clerk shall file, index, and record the cancellation of each such instrument identified and requested to be canceled, provided that the requesting party pays the applicable filing fee and that such instrument accurately identifies the recording information for such instrument to be canceled, satisfied, or released; and

(1) With respect to any instrument that includes a request for cancellation, satisfaction, or release of any instrument described in division (f)(1)(A)(i) or (f)(1)(A)(ii) of this Code section, the clerk shall file, index, and record the cancellation of each such instrument identified and requested to be canceled, provided that the requesting party pays the applicable filing fee and that such instrument accurately identifies the recording information for such instrument to be canceled, satisfied, or released; and

(2) For the purposes of this subsection and any other Code section requiring the clerk of superior court to cross-index, cross-reference, or make any other notation affecting any instrument filed in the clerk's office, including, but not limited to, real estate, personal property, liens, plats, and any other instruments, the clerk shall be authorized to make such entry or notation through electronic or automated means in lieu of entering such information manually in paper books or dockets.

(2) For the purposes of this subsection and any other Code section requiring the clerk of superior court to cross-index, cross-reference, or make any other notation affecting any instrument filed in the clerk's office, including, but not limited to, real estate, personal property, liens, plats, and any other instruments, the clerk shall be authorized to make such entry or notation through electronic or automated means in lieu of entering such information manually in paper books or dockets.

(p) Notwithstanding any provision of this Code section to the contrary, the filing fee for an application to be appointed as a certified process server pursuant to paragraph (2) of subsection (h) of Code Section 9-11-4.1 shall be $58.00.

(p) Notwithstanding any provision of this Code section to the contrary, the filing fee for an application to be appointed as a certified process server pursuant to paragraph (2) of subsection (h) of Code Section 9-11-4.1 shall be $58.00.
O.C.G.A. § 15-11-541 — GA Code / Title 15 / Chapter 11 / Section 15-11-541
Georgia Code Title 15. Courts § 15-11-541
Status: in_force

(a) Except as limited by subsection (d) of Code Section 15-11-542 , in all cases in which a child is charged with having committed a delinquent act, such child shall, upon filing a motion for discovery with the court and serving a copy of the motion to the prosecuting attorney, have full access to the following for inspection, copying, or photographing: (1) A copy of the complaint; (2) A copy of the petition for delinquency; (3) The names and last known addresses and telephone numbers of each witness to the occurrence which forms the basis of the charge; (4) A copy of any written statement made by such child or any witness that relates to the testimony of a person whom the prosecuting attorney intends to call as a witness; (5) A copy of any written statement made by any alleged coparticipant which the prosecuting attorney intends to use at a hearing; (6) Transcriptions, recordings, and summaries of any oral statement of such child or of any witness, except attorney work product; (7) Any scientific or other report which is intended to be introduced at the hearing or that pertains to physical evidence which is intended to be introduced; (8) Photographs and any physical evidence which are intended to be introduced at the hearing; and (9) Copies of the police incident report and supplemental report, if any, regarding the occurrence which forms the basis of the charge.

(a) Except as limited by subsection (d) of Code Section 15-11-542 , in all cases in which a child is charged with having committed a delinquent act, such child shall, upon filing a motion for discovery with the court and serving a copy of the motion to the prosecuting attorney, have full access to the following for inspection, copying, or photographing:

(1) A copy of the complaint;

(1) A copy of the complaint;

(2) A copy of the petition for delinquency;

(2) A copy of the petition for delinquency;

(3) The names and last known addresses and telephone numbers of each witness to the occurrence which forms the basis of the charge;

(3) The names and last known addresses and telephone numbers of each witness to the occurrence which forms the basis of the charge;

(4) A copy of any written statement made by such child or any witness that relates to the testimony of a person whom the prosecuting attorney intends to call as a witness;

(4) A copy of any written statement made by such child or any witness that relates to the testimony of a person whom the prosecuting attorney intends to call as a witness;

(5) A copy of any written statement made by any alleged coparticipant which the prosecuting attorney intends to use at a hearing;

(5) A copy of any written statement made by any alleged coparticipant which the prosecuting attorney intends to use at a hearing;

(6) Transcriptions, recordings, and summaries of any oral statement of such child or of any witness, except attorney work product;

(6) Transcriptions, recordings, and summaries of any oral statement of such child or of any witness, except attorney work product;

(7) Any scientific or other report which is intended to be introduced at the hearing or that pertains to physical evidence which is intended to be introduced;

(7) Any scientific or other report which is intended to be introduced at the hearing or that pertains to physical evidence which is intended to be introduced;

(8) Photographs and any physical evidence which are intended to be introduced at the hearing; and

(8) Photographs and any physical evidence which are intended to be introduced at the hearing; and

(9) Copies of the police incident report and supplemental report, if any, regarding the occurrence which forms the basis of the charge.

(9) Copies of the police incident report and supplemental report, if any, regarding the occurrence which forms the basis of the charge.

(b) The prosecuting attorney shall disclose all evidence, known or that may become known to him or her, favorable to such child and material either to guilt or punishment.

(b) The prosecuting attorney shall disclose all evidence, known or that may become known to him or her, favorable to such child and material either to guilt or punishment.

(c) If a child requests disclosure of information pursuant to subsection (a) of this Code section, it shall be the duty of such child to promptly make the following available for inspection, copying, or photographing to the prosecuting attorney: (1) The names and last known addresses and telephone numbers of each witness to the occurrence which forms the basis of the defense; (2) Any scientific or other report which is intended to be introduced at the hearing or that pertains to physical evidence which is intended to be introduced; (3) Photographs and any physical evidence which he or she intends to introduce at the hearing; and (4) A copy of any written statement made by any witness that relates to the testimony of a person whom the child intends to call as a witness.

(c) If a child requests disclosure of information pursuant to subsection (a) of this Code section, it shall be the duty of such child to promptly make the following available for inspection, copying, or photographing to the prosecuting attorney:

(1) The names and last known addresses and telephone numbers of each witness to the occurrence which forms the basis of the defense;

(1) The names and last known addresses and telephone numbers of each witness to the occurrence which forms the basis of the defense;

(2) Any scientific or other report which is intended to be introduced at the hearing or that pertains to physical evidence which is intended to be introduced;

(2) Any scientific or other report which is intended to be introduced at the hearing or that pertains to physical evidence which is intended to be introduced;

(3) Photographs and any physical evidence which he or she intends to introduce at the hearing; and

(3) Photographs and any physical evidence which he or she intends to introduce at the hearing; and

(4) A copy of any written statement made by any witness that relates to the testimony of a person whom the child intends to call as a witness.

(4) A copy of any written statement made by any witness that relates to the testimony of a person whom the child intends to call as a witness.

(d) A request for discovery or reciprocal discovery shall be complied with promptly and not later than 48 hours prior to the adjudication hearing, except when later compliance is made necessary by the timing of the request. If the request for discovery is made fewer than 48 hours prior to the adjudication hearing, the discovery response shall be produced in a timely manner.

(d) A request for discovery or reciprocal discovery shall be complied with promptly and not later than 48 hours prior to the adjudication hearing, except when later compliance is made necessary by the timing of the request. If the request for discovery is made fewer than 48 hours prior to the adjudication hearing, the discovery response shall be produced in a timely manner.

(e) Any material or information furnished to a child pursuant to a discovery request shall remain in the exclusive custody of such child and shall only be used during the pendency of the case and shall be subject to such other terms and conditions as the court may provide.

(e) Any material or information furnished to a child pursuant to a discovery request shall remain in the exclusive custody of such child and shall only be used during the pendency of the case and shall be subject to such other terms and conditions as the court may provide.