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GA HB1477

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/30/2010

Primary Sponsor

Timothy Beardon

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Origin

House of Representatives

2009-2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the Governor of Georgia to designate alternative legal counsel to represent the state in any criminal or civil court case if the Attorney General refuses or fails to do so when required by the Governor.
  • Legal fees, expenses, and court costs for Governor-designated counsel may be paid by the state.
  • Amends Article 4 of Chapter 15 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated by adding a new Code Section 45-15-71.
  • Takes effect immediately upon approval by the Governor or upon becoming law without such approval.
  • Sponsored by Representatives Benton (31st), England (108th), Bearden (68th), Keown (173rd), Meadows (5th), and others.

Legislative Description

Attorney General; if fail to represent state in court; Governor designate counsel; provide

Last Action

House Second Readers

3/31/2010

Committee Referrals

Judiciary - Non-Civil3/30/2010

Full Bill Text

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