Georgia § 35-3-34 - 1. Circumstances when exonerated first offender's criminal record may be disclosed.
Full text of Georgia Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 35-3-34 — 1. Circumstances when exonerated first offender's criminal record may be disclosed., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 35-3-34. 1. Circumstances when exonerated first offender's criminal record may be disclosed.
When a defendant has been exonerated and discharged without court adjudication of guilt pursuant to Article 3 of Chapter 8 of Title 42, the center is authorized to provide the first offender's record of arrests, charges, or sentences to the employers and entities and under the conditions set forth in Code Section 42-8-63.1. (Code 1981, § 35-3-34.1 , enacted by Ga. L. 2003, p. 840, § 3; Ga. L. 2006, p. 72, § 35/SB 465; Ga. L. 2006, p. 164, § 1/HB 1335; Ga. L. 2009, p. 453, § 3-10/HB 228; Ga. L. 2011, p. 227, § 23/SB 178; Ga. L. 2013, p. 524, § 3-6/HB 78; Ga. L. 2016, p. 443, § 6B-4/SB 367.) Cross references. - Discharges disqualifying individuals from employment, § 42-8-63.1 . Law reviews. - For article on the 2016 amendment of this Code section, see 33 Georgia St. U. L. Rev. 139 (2016). For note on the 2003 enactment of this Code section, see 20 Ga. St. U. L. Rev. 179 (2003).
Source: official Georgia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Georgia § 35-3-34
What does Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 35-3-34 cover?
Section 35-3-34 ("1. Circumstances when exonerated first offender's criminal record may be disclosed.") is part of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the codified statutory law of Georgia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Georgia § 35-3-34?
A common citation format is "Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 35-3-34" (Georgia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Georgia law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Georgia official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Georgia attorney.
How does Georgia § 35-3-34 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Georgia can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Georgia.