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Georgia State University College of Law

1995

Compensation

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Eminent Domain Exercise Of Power Of Eminent Domain For Special Purposes: Provide Restrictions On Use Of Eminent Domain Power By Petroleum Pipeline Companies, Julie A. Beberman Oct 1995

Eminent Domain Exercise Of Power Of Eminent Domain For Special Purposes: Provide Restrictions On Use Of Eminent Domain Power By Petroleum Pipeline Companies, Julie A. Beberman

Georgia State University Law Review

The Act requires petroleum pipeline companies to notify property owners of their rights before initiating eminent domain proceedings. The petroleum pipeline companies also must comply with a two-step application and review process. The Act contains provisions for public notices and hearings. Landowners must be compensated by the petroleum pipeline companies for any damages caused by surveying activities, property taken through the eminent domain proceeding, and unreasonable impacts of the property of the landowner that is not acquired by eminent domain.


Criminal Procedure, Courts Crime Victims' Bill Of Rights: Provide For Crime Victims' Rights; Increase Maximum Amount Of Compensation Payable To Victims Of Crimes; District Attorneys: Provide For Additional Duties Of District Attorneys With Respect To Crime Victims' Rights, Rebecca Guinn Oct 1995

Criminal Procedure, Courts Crime Victims' Bill Of Rights: Provide For Crime Victims' Rights; Increase Maximum Amount Of Compensation Payable To Victims Of Crimes; District Attorneys: Provide For Additional Duties Of District Attorneys With Respect To Crime Victims' Rights, Rebecca Guinn

Georgia State University Law Review

Act 289, originating as HB 170, provides for a victims’ “Bill of Rights.” Crime victims must be notified of specific events in the judicial process, including the capture, charging, or conviction of a suspect or when a convict is under parole consideration. Act 289 also increases the compensation available to crime victims to a maximum aggregate amount of $10,000. Act 290, originating as HB 178, authorizes the appointment of additional assistant district attorneys and expands their duties. Under Act 290, district attorneys and assistant district attorneys will be responsible for assisting crime victims through the criminal justice process.