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Reciprocity Guidelines for Georgia
The State of Georgia honors permits from the following states: Alabama, Florida, Kentucky, Montana, Oklahoma, Utah, Alaska, Idaho, Louisiana, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Arkansas, Indiana, Michigan, North Carolina, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Arizona, Iowa, Mississippi, North Dakota, Tennessee, Wyoming, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, Ohio, and Texas This applies to both resident and non-resident permits. O.C.G.A. § […]
Applying for a Permit in Georgia
There have been changes and upgrades in the application process within the State of Georgia and some counties now offer online application. These online applications may still require you to appear in person at the Probate Court to sign for the application. Courts say that online applications will speed up the process when applicants go […]
Applying for a Non-Resident Permit
Personnel in the military that are stationed in the State of Georgia are allowed to submit an application for a carry license. Everyone from ages 18-20 are permitted to apply included those who are honorably discharged. Check the Probate Court for specific application requirements and make sure to bring the required documentation.
Carry Permit Limitations
O.C.G.A. § 16-11-126 (g) Notwithstanding Code Sections 12-3-10, 27-3-1.1, 27-3-6, and 16-12-122 through 16-12-127, any person with a valid weapons carry license may carry a weapon in all parks, historic sites, or recreational areas, as such term is defined in Code Section 12-3-10, including all publicly owned buildings located in such parks, historic sites, and […]
Gun Sign Requirements and Limitations
Gun sign laws do not have the force of law in the State of Georgia. Signs prohibiting firearms do not have the force of law with the state specifically those mentioned in the state laws prohibiting firearms. It is always recommend that you check the specific requirements for the state where you are traveling.
Police Contact Carry Inform Requirements
You are not required to inform an officer immediately on contact. “16-11-137. (a) Every license holder shall have his or her valid weapons carry license in his or her immediate possession at all times when carrying a weapon, or if such person is exempt from having a weapons carry license pursuant to Code Section 16-11-130 […]
Personal Vehicle Storage Limitations
Georgia Code § 16-11-135 Public or Private Employer’s Parking Lots; right of privacy in vehicles in employer’s parking lot or invited guests on lot; severability; rights of action www.handgunlaw.us 9 (a) Except as provided in this Code section, no private or public employer, including the state and its political subdivisions, shall establish, maintain, or enforce […]
Carry Restrictions for State, National and other Public Lands
Carry is allowed in State Parks (O.C.G.A. § 16-11-127), National Forests and State Forests (O.C.G.A. § 16-11-127), State WMAs (O.C.G.A. § 16-11-127) as well as road side rest areas (O.C.G.A. § 16-11-127).
Traveling in a Vehicle with a Firearm without a Georgia Permit
§ 16-11-126. Possession and Carrying a Concealed Weapon; Penalty for Violating Licensing Requirement (a) Any person who is not prohibited by law from possessing a handgun or long gun may have or carry on his or her person a weapon or long gun on his or her property or inside his or her home, motor […]