Georgia § 38-2-1076 - 1. Court-martial sentence requires taking leave.
Full text of Georgia Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 38-2-1076 — 1. Court-martial sentence requires taking leave., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38-2-1076. 1. Court-martial sentence requires taking leave.
Under regulations prescribed pursuant to Part 1 of Article 2 of this chapter, an accused who has been sentenced by a court-martial shall be required to take leave pending completion of action under this Code section if the sentence as approved under Code Section 38-2-1060 includes an unsuspended dismissal or an unsuspended dishonorable or bad conduct discharge. The accused shall be required to begin such leave on the date on which the sentence is approved under Code Section 38-2-1060 or at any time after such date, and such leave shall be continued until the date on which action under this Code section is completed or may be terminated at any earlier time. (Code 1981, § 38-2-1076.1 , enacted by Ga. L. 2015, p. 753, § 1/HB 98.)
Source: official Georgia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Georgia § 38-2-1076
What does Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 38-2-1076 cover?
Section 38-2-1076 ("1. Court-martial sentence requires taking leave.") 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 § 38-2-1076?
A common citation format is "Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 38-2-1076" (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 § 38-2-1076 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.