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Firearms and Family Violence Protective Orders in Georgia
Georgia's Family Violence Act says nothing about guns, but a federal law can bar firearm possession once a protective order is entered after a hearing.
Read MoreGetting a Protective Order to Protect a Child in Georgia
An adult can petition for a family violence protective order on a child's behalf, but reasonable discipline is carved out and any custody award is temporary.
Read MoreGPS Tracking and Stalking in Georgia
Putting a GPS tracker on someone else's car is a crime in Georgia, and following or watching a person can be stalking without any threat at all.
Read MoreHow an Ex Parte Temporary Protective Order Works in Georgia
A Georgia court can enter a protective order the day you file, without notice to the other side, but the hearing has to happen within 30 days.
Read MoreHow Georgia Law Works to Prevent Further Family Violence
Beyond telling someone to stay away, a Georgia protective order triggers an intervention program, optional security checks, and a state-wide duty to enforce.
Read MoreHow Long Does a Georgia Protective Order Last?
A family violence protective order runs up to one year, and can be converted to three years or made permanent on the petitioner's motion after a hearing.
Read MoreIs My Out-of-State Protective Order Enforceable in Georgia?
A protective order from another state is enforceable in Georgia without being registered or domesticated, and filing a copy here is free and optional.
Read MoreStalking and Aggravated Stalking in Georgia
Aggravated stalking is stalking committed in violation of a court order, but the State still has to prove a pattern of harassing and intimidating behavior.
Read MoreWhat Help Georgia Law Provides to Family Violence Victims
The Family Violence Act itself provides free help preparing a petition, protects the location of shelters, and authorizes Family Justice Centers.
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