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GA HB1093

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/16/2012

Primary Sponsor

Mike Jacobs

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011-2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the prior requirement that store owners post printed copies of the shopping cart theft statute in at least three prominent places in the store and at each exit in 12-point type or larger
  • Makes it unlawful to remove a shopping cart from an owner's premises without consent, eliminating the previous condition that the premises must be posted with the Code section for the law to apply
  • Retains the prohibition against abandoning a shopping cart on any public street, sidewalk, way, or parking lot other than the owner's parking lot
  • Violations of the shopping cart removal or abandonment provisions remain classified as a misdemeanor under Georgia law
  • Takes effect upon approval by the Governor or upon becoming law without such approval

Legislative Description

Crimes and offenses; removal of shopping carts and required posting of Code section in stores and markets; change provisions

Last Action

Effective Date

4/16/2012

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/7/2012
Judiciary - Non-Civil2/21/2012

Full Bill Text

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