A Chesterfield man faces multiple criminal charges after he allegedly fired a gun into the air during a funeral.Police investigators say a fight broke out at a funeral. During that fight, a man pulled out a pistol and fired two shots into the … [Read more...]
July is the New January: New Laws That Took Effect July 1, 2022
For most state agencies, the new fiscal year starts July 1. So, to many lawmakers, International Chicken Wing Day is the equivalent of New Years Day. In July 2022, about five hundred new Georgia laws took effect. Free speech bills, like the one … [Read more...]
Felons Who Possess Firearms in Georgia
Convicted felons lose many of their rights, in Georgia and most other states. They cannot vote, pursue certain careers, or, for purposes of this blog, possess firearms. Outside criminal court, felony possession is relatively easy to prove. But a … [Read more...]