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title: O.C.G.A. § 45-12-192. ‘‘Governor-elect’’ defined.
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# O.C.G.A. § 45-12-192. ‘‘Governor-elect’’ defined.

As used in this article, the term ‘‘Governor-elect’’ means the apparent successful candidate for the office of Governor who is declared duly elected by the State Election Board.

## History

Ga. L. 1971, p. 769, § 3.