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O.C.G.A. § 44-12-227: Property — O.C.G.A. § 44-12-227

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

Willful failure to report or perform required duties carries civil penalties; willful refusal to pay or deliver property after written demand is a misdemeanor punishable by up to $1,000 fine and/or six months imprisonment.

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