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§ 45-12-29 - Powers to prevent violence and maintain order -- General authority

O.C.G.A. 45-12-29 (2010)
45-12-29. Powers to prevent violence and maintain order -- General authority


The Governor is authorized to perform any action which, in his discretion, is necessary to prevent overt threats of violence or acts of violence to the personal property of citizens of the state and to maintain peace, tranquility, and good order in the state or in any area or political subdivision thereof.