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This bill revises Georgia's laws related to protective orders within the state's military context, primarily focusing on establishing a process for issuing protective orders between members of the organized militia. The bill expands the definition of "court" to include military judges, broadens the definition of "military judge" to include active or retired commissioned officers, and creates a new legal mechanism for militia members to seek protective orders against other militia members who have allegedly engaged in stalking. Under the new provisions, a militia member can file a verified petition alleging stalking, which will be processed through their military chain of command and reviewed by a military judge. The military judge can issue temporary or permanent protective orders that prohibit contact or harassment, with specific requirements for filing, serving, and enforcing these orders. The bill also modifies contempt provisions for military courts, allowing military judges to compel obedience to orders and punish violations, and adds a specific provision that failing to obey a protective order can result in court-martial proceedings. These changes aim to provide additional legal protections for militia members and establish clear procedures for addressing interpersonal conflicts within the organized militia. The act is set to become effective on July 1, 2025.

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https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70036