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title: O.C.G.A. § 15-18-61. Oath.
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# O.C.G.A. § 15-18-61. Oath.

In addition to the oaths prescribed by Chapter 3 of Title 45, relating to official oaths, the solicitor-general shall take and subscribe to the following oath:

‘‘I swear (or affirm) that I will well, faithfully, and impartially and without fear, favor, or affection discharge my duties as solicitor-general of (here state the county) County.’’

## History

Code 1981, § 15-18-61, enacted by Ga. L. 1996, p. 748, § 2.