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title: O.C.G.A. § 45-13-5. Speculation on purchase or sale of wild lands.
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# O.C.G.A. § 45-13-5. Speculation on purchase or sale of wild lands.

The Secretary of State shall not, directly or indirectly, be interested or engaged in the purchase and sale of wild lands on speculation or he will be subject to removal by the Governor or the General Assembly.

## History

Code 1933, § 40-602.

## Cross References

Conflicts of interest of state officials and employees generally, § 45-10-20 et seq.