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deadly force laws in GA

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revis_jonathan

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What is the deadly force laws inGA for:

1- Homeowners

2-In public places

3-In hotels

4-In a vehicle



I'm familiar with SC very well, but over the years the laws kinda blend together.
 
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mzmtg

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We have the usual "stand your ground" and "castle doctrine" laws.

You may defend yourself against an attack anywhere you have a legal right to be. There is no duty to retreat. There is civil immunity for the victims in self-defense cases as well.

Weapons-related GA code sections: http://www.georgiapacking.org/GaCode/
 
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