Legislative intent

O.C.G.A. § 17-15-8 — under Criminal Procedure.

O.C.G.A. § 17-15-8

Definitions. Georgia Crime Victims Compensation Board; members; director of Criminal Justice Coordinating Council. Powers of board. Filing of claims; verification; contents. Investigation; decision by director; review by board; report to claimant. Persons eligible for awards. Required findings; amount of award; rejection of claim; reductions; exemptions; effective date for awards; psychological counseling for relatives of deceased; memorials for victims of DUI homicide.