Discharge of Firearms on Property of Another

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  1. It shall be unlawful for any person to fire or discharge a firearm on the property of another person, firm, or corporation without having first obtained permission from the owner or lessee of the property. This Code section shall not apply to:
    1. Persons who fire or discharge a firearm in defense of person or property; and
    2. Law enforcement officers.
  2. Any person who violates subsection (a) of this Code section is guilty of a misdemeanor.

(Code 1933, § 26-2909.1, enacted by Ga. L. 1977, p. 1333, § 1.)

OPINIONS OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL

There is no restriction against carrying an unloaded shotgun in a vehicle through this state. 1970 Op. Att'y Gen. No. U70-30.

RESEARCH REFERENCES

C.J.S.

- 94 C.J.S., Weapons, § 62 et seq.


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