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O.C.G.A. § 16-10-2: Crimes and Offenses — O.C.G.A. § 16-10-2

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

Bribery is giving or offering a benefit to a public official to influence their official actions, or a public official soliciting or accepting something of value to influence their performance of duty. Certain items like meals, awards, and gifts under $100 are excluded.

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