Georgia Assistive Technology Warranty Act of 1993

What is the purpose of this law?
To provide warranties for devices and equipment that cost $1,000 or more and that assist persons with disabilities to perform specific tasks.

What rights does this law provide for me or my family?
This law provides for:

• Protections for equipment bought from any vendor selling equipment in Georgia.

• Repair of equipment costing $1,000 or more and bought after the law went into effect on July 1, 1993.

• Return or replacement of assistive technology devices recommended by the manufacturer or dealer if the device does not meet the needs of the person with disabilities.

• Replacement of a piece of broken equipment, unless the equipment was taken back for repair four times.

• Protection when buying equipment owned previously by someone else.

What rights does this law not provide for me or my family?
This law does not provide for:

• Protection for equipment that costs less than $1,000.

• Repairs on equipment bought before the law went into effect on July 1, 1993.

• Refund to a person who did not pay for the equipment.

• Return or replacement of the equipment just because the individual does not like the color.

• A court-appointed attorney.