Georgia § 12-6-250 - Definitions.
Full text of Georgia Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 12-6-250 — Definitions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-6-250. Definitions.
As used in this article, the term: "Director" means the director of the State Forestry Commission. "Harvest" or "harvesting" means the various methods or processes of gathering saw palmetto berries for preservation, storage, use, or sale. "Landowner" means the person that owns land from which saw palmetto berries are harvested or the person having possession, control, or use of such land that has lawful authority to grant permission to harvest saw palmetto berries from the land. "Person" means an individual, partnership, corporation, association, or any other legal entity. "Saw palmetto berries" means the fruit of the plant species Serenoa repens, commonly known as the saw palmetto. "Saw palmetto berry dealer" means a person that purchases or otherwise obtains saw palmetto berries from a seller for the purpose of selling such saw palmetto berries at retail or for the purpose of selling such saw palmetto berries to another saw palmetto berry dealer or for both such purposes. This term also includes any person that purchases saw palmetto berries directly from a landowner for the purpose of selling such saw palmetto berries at retail. "Seller" means a person that exchanges or offers to exchange saw palmetto berries for money or for any other valuable consideration. (Code 1981, § 12-6-250 , enacted by Ga. L. 2020, p. 680, § 1/HB 966.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Georgia § 12-6-250
What does Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 12-6-250 cover?
Section 12-6-250 ("Definitions.") 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 § 12-6-250?
A common citation format is "Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 12-6-250" (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 § 12-6-250 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.