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GA SB517
GA SB517Criminal Prosecutions; immunity from certain criminal prosecutions against law enforcement officers whose threat or use of force is justified or otherwise lawful; provide
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Introduced
02/16/2024
02/16/2024
In Committee
03/18/2024
03/18/2024
Crossed Over
02/29/2024
02/29/2024
Passed
04/02/2024
04/02/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/02/2024
05/02/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 2 of Chapter 3 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to justification and excuse under defenses to criminal prosecutions, so as to provide for immunity from certain criminal prosecutions against law enforcement officers whose threat or use of force is justified or otherwise lawful; to amend Article 1 of Chapter 11 of Title 51 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding defenses to tort actions, so as to provide for immunity from civil liability against law enforcement officers whose threat or use of force is justified or otherwise lawful; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill provides immunity from certain criminal prosecutions and civil liability for law enforcement officers whose use of force is justified or otherwise lawful. It amends the Georgia code to include Code Section 17-4-20, which relates to arrests and use of force by law enforcement officers, as one of the justifications for the use of force that would provide immunity. The bill also specifies that it applies to all offenses committed and causes of action accruing on or after the effective date of the legislation.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Act 545 (on 05/02/2024)
Taxonomy
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Civil Law and Procedure
- ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing
- ‐ Police, Fire, and Law Enforcement
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/67144 | 02/17/2024 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/229098 | 03/28/2024 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/226243 | 03/01/2024 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/224389 | 02/17/2024 |
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