Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia Department 144 - RULES OF GEORGIA CRIMINAL JUSTICE COORDINATING COUNCIL
Here’s a structured overview of Department 144 – RULES OF GEORGIA CRIMINAL JUSTICE COORDINATING COUNCIL, current through June 4, 2025:
📌 Administrative History
Department 144 rules were originally adopted in 1983 to implement Act 231 of 1981. Several chapters have been added, repealed, and revised over time. Key milestones include:
Initial emergency and permanent rules in 1983–1989.
Grant Program chapter (144‑5) added in 1994.
Crime Victim Assistance certification (144‑6) introduced in 1995.
Major restructurings in 2010 and numerous amendments since
🛠️ Chapter Breakdown
Chapter 144‑1: The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
Rule 144‑1‑.01: Establishes a state-wide council coordinating criminal justice components, administering grants
Rule 144‑1‑.02: Administrative assignment under Georgia Bureau of Investigation for support only. Council operates independently regarding budgeting, rulemaking, and staffing, and must adopt bylaws
Rules 144‑1‑.03–.05: Repealed
Chapter 144‑2: Definitions
Rule 144‑2‑.01: Defines terms like “Act”, “Agency”, “Council”, “Component” (law enforcement, courts, corrections, juvenile justice), etc.
Chapter 144‑3: Administration
Rule 144‑3‑.01:
Council led by a Director, based at 104 Marietta St, Suite 440, Atlanta
Voting council consists of 24–26 members: majority ex‑officio and remainder appointed by the Governor.
Officers: Chair and Vice Chair. Chair runs meetings, votes, convenes hearings, signs resolutions, advises Governor/GA
Chapter 144‑4: Functions & Powers
Rule 144‑4‑.06 Crime Victims Compensation Board:
Council doubles as Crime Victims Compensation Board (CVCP), managing Emergency Fund under O.C.G.A. § 17‑15‑1 et seq.
Defines “claimant”, “crime scene sanitization”, eligibility, and Board composition (≥5 members including law enforcement, State Bar, victim services expertise).
Directors appoint Board members to 4‑year terms; Chair and Vice‑Chair serve 2‑year terms.
Rule 144‑4‑.07 Unclaimed Restitution:
Restitution unclaimed by victims within 2 years reverts to Emergency Fund; entities must report transfers.
Rule 144‑4‑.08 Forensic Medical Exams (FMEs):
CVCP reimburses licensed providers for FMEs related to sexual assault (post-July 1, 2011), covering trauma exams, evidence collection
Rule 144‑4‑.09 Forensic Interviews:
Establishes policy coverage (specifics in full chapter) .
Other rules include crime victim assistance certification (144‑4‑.05), functions of investigators, adjudication of claims
Chapter 144‑5: Notice of Grants Administered
Enumerates grants administered by the Council (federal, state, victim assistance, Byrne JAG, VOCA, etc.) .
Chapter 144‑6: Adoption of Rules
Provides procedures for petitioning amendments under the Georgia Administrative Procedure Act
📝 Summary Table
| Chapter | Key Content Summary |
|---|---|
| 144‑1 | Council creation, administrative tie to GBI |
| 144‑2 | Definitions: Act, Council, components |
| 144‑3 | Governance: membership, officers, Director, HQ |
| 144‑4 | Functions: CVCP Board, FMEs, restitution handling, forensic interviews, certifications |
| 144‑5 | Grants notifications (VOCA, Byrne, etc.) |
| 144‑6 | Rulemaking and petition process |
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