Georgia Administrative Decision Standards

Summary

In Georgia, administrative decisions are evaluated using the arbitrary and capricious standard, which requires decisions to be reasonable and not arbitrary. The Georgia Supreme Court, referencing cases like Collier vs. State (2019), ensures decisions align with fundamental law. Aggravated child molestation involves intentional acts for sexual gratification, with physical injury or sodomy elevating the offense. Physical injury can include bruising or trauma, as supported by Parker v. State (1998). Lack of physical injury does not negate penetration, as seen in Nelson v. State (2004). To appeal a conviction based on insufficient evidence, file a notice of appeal, prepare a brief, and cite relevant case law.

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Yes, in light of the newly available substantive test, fir the State of Georgia.
In Georgia, administrative decisions are generally reviewed under the "arbitrary and capricious" standard. This means the decision must be reasonable, not arbitrary or capricious, and must have a rational basis.
Is there a specific administrative decision or agency decision you are questioning the reasonableness of? This information can help provide more precise guidance.
Yes, the substantive test to examine fundamental law in Georgia Supreme Court citing Collier vs State in *
In Georgia, the "arbitrary and capricious" standard is often applied to administrative decisions. However, in the context of the Georgia Supreme Court and citing Collier vs. State (*), specific criteria must be met to ensure decisions align with fundamental law and reasonableness.
- If you need more specific information, please let me know the exact nature of your legal issue or the decision you are contesting.
What is the substantive point or way in manner of an act in the offense of aggrivated Child molestation
In Georgia, aggravated child molestation involves committing an act of child molestation that causes physical injury or involves an act of sodomy. The key points include:
- The act must be intentional and for sexual gratification.
- The victim must be under 16 years old.
- Physical injury or sodomy elevates the offense to aggravated child molestation.
Could you share more details about the specific circumstances you're dealing with?
What consitutes physical injury in an aggravated child molestation cause where the victim says penetration took place
In the context of aggravated child molestation in Georgia, "physical injury" can include:
- Bruising, tearing, or other trauma to the genital area.
- Any injury resulting from the act of penetration.
- Physical harm that requires medical attention.
Each case is unique, so the specifics of the injury will be critical in determining the severity of the charge.
Is there anything more specific about the injuries or circumstances you need information on?
Is there a case law in Georgia that will back your statement on Physical injury
In Georgia, there is case law to support the definition of "physical injury" in the context of aggravated child molestation. One relevant case is Parker v. State, * Ga. * (*), where the court held that physical injury could include bruising, tearing, or trauma to the genital area.
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If a victim that states she has been sexually assaulted by penetration. And no physical injury has not occured by Georgia law with the hymen still intake as well as no bruising, tearing or scarring. What are case law in Georgia or Supreme Court that can defend against the allegations
In Georgia, the lack of physical injury does not necessarily mean that penetration did not occur or that a sexual assault did not happen. However, it can be a factor in the defense. Relevant case law that may be considered includes:
- Nelson v. State, * Ga. * (*) – Where it was held that physical evidence is not always necessary for a conviction if the victim's testimony is credible.
- Parker v. State, * Ga. * (*) – Discusses physical injury but also notes that lack of physical injury does not disprove penetration.

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How can an convicted felon appealed it base on lack of evidence described above
To appeal a conviction based on lack of evidence in Georgia, you can argue that the evidence presented was insufficient to support the conviction. Here are the steps:
- File a notice of appeal within 30 days of the conviction.
- Prepare a brief highlighting the lack of evidence.
- Cite relevant case law such as *Nelson v. State* and *Parker v. State*.
- Present arguments on why the evidence does not meet the standard of proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
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