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Firearms at Polling Places – The Law in Georgia
by Jesse PerezWith the upcoming election, we at U.S. Law Shield thought it important to remind our members as to the laws in their state regarding firearms at polling places. We turned to U.S. Law Shield of Georgia Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo for his input. Here is what Kilgo has to say: “Firearms are generally excluded... [Read More]
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Georgia: Can a Temporary Protective Order Infringe Your Second Amendment Rights?
by PJ HermosaMATT KILGO: The issue today is on temporary protective orders. Can the temporary protective order infringe your Second Amendment right to possess firearms? Well, let’s first talk about two different types of orders. We need to talk about divorce action restraining orders and family violence protective orders. Generally under divorce action restraining orders, your... [Read More]
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Atlanta’s Growing Gun Theft Problem
by Jesse PerezNational reports indicate Atlanta is the country’s leading city when it comes to guns stolen out of cars. According to Atlanta Police Sgt. Warren Pickard in an interview with WABE Radio, over the past two weeks, more than 120 cars were broken into during two sprees in Midtown. At least 15 guns were taken often while... [Read More]
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Stolen Guns on the Rise in Georgia — ATF Responds With a Phone App
by Jesse PerezOver the past three years, the number of guns reported stolen in Georgia has trended upward according to figures from the Atlanta office of the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). The ATF released data obtained from the National Crime Information Center showing that in 2013, the number of reported stolen... [Read More]
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New Georgia Law Puts a Jolt in Higher Education
by Jesse PerezBack-to-school stun guns gaining popularity. Since July 1, 2016, it has been legal in Georgia to carry a stun gun or Taser anywhere on campus of state colleges and universities as a method of personal protection. Anyone 18 years of age or older or currently enrolled in classes at those institutions can carry
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New Georgia Law Puts a Jolt in Higher Education
by Jesse PerezSince July 1, 2016, it has been legal in Georgia to carry a stun gun or Taser anywhere on campus of state colleges and universities as a method of personal protection. Anyone 18 years of age or older or currently enrolled in classes at those institutions can carry an “electroshock weapon” with them while “in... [Read More]
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Traffic Stop While Carrying In Georgia
by PJ Hermosahttps://youtu.be/TbtOn1Z1VLE U.S. Law Shield Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo: How should you handle a law enforcement encounter during a traffic stop? Do you have to show your weapons carry license? Do you have to tell the officer that you're carrying a firearm? And what if police want to search your car? Well, the goal of
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Traffic Stop While Carrying In Georgia
by PJ HermosaU.S. Law Shield Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo: How should you handle a law enforcement encounter during a traffic stop? Do you have to show your weapons carry license? Do you have to tell the officer that you’re carrying a firearm? And what if police want to search your car? Well, the goal of any... [Read More]
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Saying the Wrong Thing Cost Georgia Man His 'Stand Your Ground' Defense
by Jesse PerezNo "Stand Your Ground" Defense for Jessie Murray What could have been a "stand your ground" self-defense claim for one young Georgia man has been denied by a judge after a review of statements made by the defendant. The case of Jessie Murray, 33, began the evening of February 16, 2014, when Murray
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Saying the Wrong Thing Cost Georgia Man His 'Stand Your Ground' Defense
by Jesse PerezWhat could have been a “stand your ground” self-defense claim for one young Georgia man has been denied by a judge after a review of statements made by the defendant. The case of Jessie Murray, 33, began the evening of February 16, 2014, when Murray met with his estranged wife to discuss the future of... [Read More]
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Georgia: Stop, Or I’ll Shoot!
by PJ HermosaU.S. Law Shield of Georgia Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo goes through the details of whether the home-defender can fire at a fleeing burglar. Click the video to see where he says the line must be drawn. Transcript below the video. https://youtu.be/zQSGD-_pEvw U.S. Law Shield of Georgia Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo: Hi. This is
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Georgia: Stop, Or I’ll Shoot!
by PJ HermosaU.S. Law Shield of Georgia Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo goes through the details of whether the home-defender can fire at a fleeing burglar. Click the video to see where he says the line must be drawn. Transcript below the video. U.S. Law Shield of Georgia Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo: Hi. This is Matt... [Read More]
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