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 Several chapters have been added, repealed, and revised over time.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 (rules.sos.ga.gov).
🛠️ 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 (rules.sos.ga.gov).
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.sos.ga.gov).
Rules 144‑1‑.03–.05: Repealed (rules.sos.ga.gov).
Chapter 144‑2: Definitions
Rule 144‑2‑.01: Defines terms like “Act”, “Agency”, “Council”, “Component” (law enforcement, courts, corrections, juvenile justice), etc. (rules.sos.ga.gov).
Chapter 144‑3: Administration
Rule 144‑3‑.01:
Council led by a Director, based at 104 Marietta St, Suite 440, Atlanta (cjcc.georgia.gov).
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 (cjcc.georgia.gov, cjcc.georgia.gov).
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. (cjcc.georgia.gov).
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. (cjcc.georgia.gov, rules.sos.ga.gov).
Rule 144‑4‑.07 Unclaimed Restitution:
Restitution unclaimed by victims within 2 years reverts to Emergency Fund; entities must report transfers. (rules.sos.ga.gov).
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 (rules.sos.ga.gov).
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 (cjcc.georgia.gov).
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 (regulations.justia.com).
📝 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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