The meter is property of Snapping Shoals EMC (SSEMC). Only SSEMC Authorized Technicians are permitted to install or remove SSEMC meters.
Do Not Cut or Remove Seals. If the seal is missing or appears tampered with, please notify SSEMC immediately so that it can be inspected and replaced.
Do Not Enter Meter Base. To request meter installation or removal, please call 770-786-3484. SSEMC does not charge members for disconnecting service, making necessary repairs, or installing authorized generators.
Failure to comply can result in severe injury or death. Meter tampering also compromises the safety of SSEMC’s electrical system, exposes the general public to potential hazards, and can result in multiple fees, reconnection delays due to permitting requirements, and unsafe meter operation.
Power Theft is a Crime that includes:
• Any attempt or action that prevents or interferes with correct registering of electricity or removal of devices.
• Power diversion, which involves any method used to divert electricity.
• Meter or equipment tampering of any kind.
• Breaking or cutting of seals, opening a meter base, removing a meter, or altering the electric service.
If your electric services are intentionally or unintentionally altered, then power theft has occurred and services will be disconnected.
What happens when power theft is discovered?
• SSEMC will disconnect your service.
• Law enforcement will be notified, and a complete investigation will take place. Charges will be assessed.
• Depending on county permitting requirements, members may be required to get a permit to reconnect after tampering has been found; fees and timelines vary by county.
Who is responsible for the charges associated with the power theft or meter altering?
• If the account is active, the current member will be held responsible for any applicable charges in accordance with Georgia Code Section 16-7-25, 16-8-7, or 16-8-5, depending on the nature of the violation.
• If the account is inactive, the applying member must provide valid documentation of lease or property ownership, along with a government-issued photo ID. Submitted documents will be reviewed to determine responsibility for any associated charges.
To anyonymously report suspected power theft, please call our tip line at 678-729-8095.
