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Georgia O.C.G.A. § 20-2-751.7

Summary

Defines bullying in Georgia schools and mandates that local boards of education adopt policies prohibiting bullying, including acts of cyberbullying.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right for students in grades 6-12 to be reassigned to another school if they are victims of bullying.
  • 02.
    Right to protection from electronic acts that create a hostile environment.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Students who commit bullying for the third time in a school year must be assigned to an alternative school.
  • 02.
    Mandatory notification of law enforcement for certain acts of harassment.

Verified Citations

Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 20-2-751.7

Source
"Bullying also includes any such electronic communication which is directed specifically at students or school personnel and which is maliciously intended."