Counterfeit Item Purchase Penalties

Summary

Purchasing counterfeit items in Georgia is illegal under Title 10, Chapter 1, Article 22 of the Georgia Code. Violations can result in civil penalties up to $5,000 per violation and criminal penalties including up to 1 year in jail and/or a fine up to $1,000.

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In Georgia, purchasing counterfeit items is indeed illegal. The key points are:
- Supports illegal activities like fraud
- Violates intellectual property rights
- Can result in criminal charges or fines.
Please avoid such activities.
what law is that
In Georgia, the specific law is Title *, Chapter *, Article * of the Georgia Code, which covers deceptive trade practices including counterfeiting. Violations can lead to civil or criminal penalties.
what is the penalty
In Georgia, penalties for deceptive trade practices can include:
- Civil penalties: up to $*,* per violation
- Criminal penalties: Misdemeanor, punishable by up to 1 year in jail and/or a fine up to $*,*.