"Protecting Georgians Act"; enact

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 16-14-3 of the O.C.G.A., relating to definitions under the "Georgia RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations) Act," so as to amend the definition of "pattern of racketeering activity" to include felonies and certain misdemeanors which meet criteria for the imposition of enhanced penalties; to amend Article 1 of Chapter 10 of Title 17 of the O.C.G.A., relating to procedure for sentencing and imposition punishment, so as to include additional offenses under the definition of "designated misdemeanor"; to include political affiliation or belief as contributing factors for the imposition of enhanced penalties; to provide for statutory construction; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.