§ 26-5-2 - Legislative intent
O.C.G.A. 26-5-2 (2010)
26-5-2. Legislative intent
The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the classification and systematic evaluation of various programs designed for the treatment and therapeutic rehabilitation of drug dependent persons; to ensure that every governing body which operates a drug abuse treatment and education program is licensed to do so; and to meet the rehabilitative needs of drug dependent persons while safeguarding their individual liberties.