Since 2012 , Georgia has been a trailblazer with identifying , advocating , and updating laws regarding reducing the number of people under correctional supervision and reducing barriers to reentry .
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2015 |
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Record Restriction Law –
Ga . Code Ann . § 35-3-37
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Mugshot Removal – Ga .
Code Ann . § 10-1-393.5
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Employer Liability – Ga . Code Ann . § 51-1-54 License Suspension – Ga . Code Ann . § 40-5-76 ( b ) |
Georgia Fair Business Practices Act – Ga . Code Ann . § 10-1-393.14 Ban the Box – Executive Order signed February 23 , 2015 |
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2018 |
Tax Incentive for Parolee Hiring – Ga . Code Ann . § 48-7-40.31 Occupational Licensing Reform Ga . Code Ann . § 43-1-19 Removal of Food Stamp Ban Ga . Code Ann . § 49-4-22
Behavioral Incentive Date for Probation Termination – Ga . Code Ann . § 17-10-1.19 ( a )
Behavioral Incentive Dates Expansion – Ga . Code Ann . § 17-10-1
2020 2021
Restriction and Sealing of Certain Convictions – Ga . Code Ann . § 35-3-37
Early Termination of Probation – Ga . Code Ann . § 17-10-1 and § 42-8-37
In 2020 , Governor Brain Kemp kept the momentum of Georgia ’ s criminal justice reform efforts by signing into law SB 288 which benefits not only the individuals who have demonstrated they are rehabilitated yet continue to face barriers to economic self-sufficiency and stability , but also protects employers from liability and ensures they can hire the candidate most qualified for the job .
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