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Guns At Work: What Are Your Rights in Georgia?
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffCan your employer restrict your ability to carry firearms at the workplace? Click to watch Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo explain the rules for workplace self-defense in the Peach State.
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Restaurants, Guns, and Alcohol in Georgia: Take Your Money Where You Can Protect Yourself
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffYou may have watched the Guns in Georgia Bars and Restaurants video and had additional questions about how the state regulates the carry of firearms into establishments that sell alcohol. To learn more on the topic so you can stay legal while you carry, check out this excerpt from Georgia Gun Law, Armed And Educated: ————————————————– What is the... [Read More]
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Dinner Turns Deadly, Part 2: Georgia
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffIn Part 1, Member Ambassador Sherry Hale explained how a Member went out to eat at a popular diner and was attacked in the parking lot. In Part 2 below, Matt Kilgo, Independent Program Attorney for U.S. Law Shield of Georgia, explains when you can legally defend yourself from an attacker. Also, click to find... [Read More]
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Guns in Georgia Bars and Restaurants: What’s Legal, What’s Not?
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffIn the video below, watch Matt Kilgo, Independent Program Attorney for U.S. Law Shield of Georgia, discuss important legal considerations if you plan to carry firearms into establishments that serve alcohol.
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Surprise! Georgia Governor Signs Campus Carry Bill
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffGeorgia Gov. Nathan Deal has signed a controversial “campus carry” bill, satisfied that it resolves the reasons he vetoed a similar measure last year. Deal, a term-limited Republican who plans to retire, signed House Bill 280 on Thursday, May 4. His signature drew praise from Second Amendment supporters seeking to enhance security for students, faculty,... [Read More]
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Deal Signs Campus Carry; Is Your Everyday Carry Affected?
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffGeorgia Gov. Nathan Deal has signed a controversial “campus carry” bill, satisfied that it resolves the reasons he vetoed a similar measure last year. Deal, a term-limited Republican who plans to retire, signed House Bill 280 on Thursday, May 4. His signature drew praise from Second Amendment supporters seeking to enhance security for... [Read More]
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In Georgia, Guns & School Zones Don’t Mix
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffIndependent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo reminds Members about tricky federal and state laws governing the carrying or transporting of firearms in and around schools. Just because summer is coming doesn’t change your legal responsibilities in these areas.
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Georgia Reciprocity Agreements Expand to 32 States
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffU.S. Law Shield of Georgia recently reported that Gov. Nathan Deal signed into law Act 15. It’s a measure that gives Georgians greater freedom to travel with their firearms because valid concealed carry permits from the Peach State are now legal in Virginia and vice versa. This update lists all the states Georgia has reciprocity with... [Read More]
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Defending Your Home—and Yourself—in Georgia
by U.S. & Texas LawShield Staff“Castle Doctrine” and “Stand Your Ground” are self-defense laws that protect you in your home, car, and out in public. To learn how the laws work, click to watch Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo explain the details. Castle Doctrine and Stand Your Ground Laws in Georgia
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Georgia: Using Force to Recover Stolen Property — Know Your Limitations
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffIf someone steals your property, can you use force or deadly force to recover it? Click to watch Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo explain how Georgians can legally respond.
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Georgia: Will There Be a Good 'Deal' on Campus Carry?
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffIt’s now up to Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal to decide whether licensed gun owners may carry concealed handguns on the state’s college campuses. Both chambers of the Georgia General Assembly closed out this year’s legislative session Thursday, March 30 in closed-door huddles, hammering out a compromise campus carry measure, formally known as House Bill... [Read More]
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Georgia: Three Pro-Self-Defense Bills Moving
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffThe Georgia House of Representatives recently passed three self-defense bills, including one that would let college students carry weapons on campus to defend themselves against active shooters or other criminals. They are: House Bill 280, sponsored by State Rep. Mandi Ballinger, R-Canton. House Bill 292, sponsored by State Rep. Rick Jasperse, R-Jasper. House Bill... [Read More]
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