Rule 45-3-.05. Penalties for Violation of Code Sections 44-12-261 and 44-12-262

Rule 45-3-.05. Penalties for Violation of Code Sections 44-12-261 and 44-12-262

Any museum which fails to comply with the provisions of O.C.G.A §§ 44-12-261 or 44-12-262 shall be subject to a civil penalty to be imposed by the Council. The amount of such penalty shall be based upon:

1. (a) The archeological, historical, or commercial value of the item involved;
2. (b) The damages suffered, both economic and noneconomic, by an aggrieved party; and;

3. (c) The number of violations that have occurred.

   In no event shall the aggregate amount of such civil penalty exceed $5,000 for violations stemming from a single occurrence.

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 44-12-264(a).

History. New Rule entitled "Penalties for Violation of Code Sections 44-12-261 and 44-12-262" adopted. F. May 18, 2012; eff. June 7, 2012.