§ 1-3. Interpretation of Code.  


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  • In all interpretations of this Code, and ordinances, the courts shall look diligently for the intention of the city council, keeping in view, at all times, the old law, the evil, and the remedy. Grammatical errors shall not vitiate, and a transposition of words and clauses may be resorted to when the sentence or clause is without meaning as it stands.

State law reference

Similar provisions, O.C.G.A. § 1-3-1.