§ 47-14-79 - Death benefit paid to designated beneficiary of member who dies in service
O.C.G.A. 47-14-79 (2010)
47-14-79. Death benefit paid to designated beneficiary of member who dies in service
A death benefit in the amount of $5,000.00 shall be paid to the designated beneficiary of any member who dies in service. In the absence of a designated beneficiary, such amount shall be paid to the deceased member's estate. For members eligible for a surviving spouse's benefit, such amount shall be in addition to the benefit provided pursuant to Code Section 47-14-72.