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title: O.C.G.A. § 15-12-162. Challenge to the array.
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# O.C.G.A. § 15-12-162. Challenge to the array.

The accused may, in writing, challenge the array for any cause going to show that it was not fairly or properly impaneled or ought not to be put upon him. The court shall determine the sufficiency of the challenge at once. If sustained, a new panel shall be ordered; if not sustained, the selection of jurors shall proceed.

## History

Ga. L. 1855-56, p. 229, § 5; Code 1863, § 4567; Code 1868, § 4587; Code 1873, § 4680; Code 1882, § 4680; Penal Code 1895, § 972; Penal Code 1910, § 998; Code 1933, § 59-803.