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Current as of March 28, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
As used in this article, the term:
(1) “Critical incident support services” means interventions designed to provide compassionate or coping support in the event of involvement in, being a witness to, or being otherwise affected by a traumatic event, including, but not limited to, any series of events that render a traumatic effect.
(2) “Peer counselor” shall have the same meaning as provided for in Code Section 24-5-510.
(3) “Public entity” means any agency or department of this state or a political subdivision or municipality of this state or an authority of this state.
(4) “Public safety officer” means a peace officer, correctional officer, emergency health worker, firefighter, highway emergency response operator, jail officer, juvenile correctional officer, probation officer, or emergency services dispatcher.
(5) “Support coordinator” means the coordinator of the Office of Public Safety Support within the Department of Public Safety.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Georgia Code Title 35. Law Enforcement Officers and Agencies § 35-2-160 - last updated March 28, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ga/title-35-law-enforcement-officers-and-agencies/ga-code-sect-35-2-160/
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