2017 Georgia Code
Title 44 - Property
Chapter 1 - General Provisions
§ 44-1-8. Property rights in animals; factors establishing property in wild animals

Universal Citation: GA Code § 44-1-8 (2017)
  • (a) Property rights may exist in all animals, birds, and fish. To constitute property in those which are wild by nature as distinguished from domestic animals, they must be in the actual possession, custody, or control of the party claiming a property interest. Possession, custody, or control of wild animals may be obtained by taming or domesticating them, by confining them within restricted limits, or by killing or capturing them.
  • (b) Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this Code section, no property right shall be created in wildlife as defined by Code Section 27-1-2.
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