Which of the following is true regarding injunctions in Georgia law?

Injunctions in Georgia law are a type of court order that compel a party to do or refrain from doing specific acts. One crucial aspect of obtaining an injunction is the requirement to demonstrate irreparable harm or a likelihood of success on the merits of the case. This means that the party seeking the injunction must show that without the court's intervention, they would suffer harm that cannot be adequately repaired through monetary compensation alone, or they must provide evidence that they will likely win their case if it goes to trial.

This requirement serves to ensure that injunctions are granted only in situations where the potential for harm is significant and immediate. The court must assess the balance of hardships between the parties involved and consider whether the issuance of an injunction is in the public interest. These criteria help prevent the issuance of injunctions in cases where the harm is merely speculative or where monetary damages would suffice.

In contrast, injunctions are not limited to criminal cases, nor are they equivalent to monetary damages, as they serve a different legal purpose. Additionally, not all injunctions are issued solely for the enforcement of existing laws, but rather to prevent potential harm that could arise from a party's actions.