§ 34-12. Arrest by private person.  


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  • A private person is justified and authorized to arrest anyone whom he shall see violate the laws and ordinances of the city; provided, there be no marshal or police officer present, and provided such offender is attempting or liable to escape.

(Code 1935, § 89; Code 1967, § 8-12)

State law reference

Grounds for arrest by private person, O.C.G.A. § 17-4-60.