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GA SB4

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

2/17/2009

Primary Sponsor

Gloria Butler

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Origin

Senate

2009-2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires marshals and sheriffs (or deputy sheriffs) to notify protected persons by phone or email within 24 hours after serving a restraining order, protective order, injunction, or similar court order related to harassment, workplace violence, domestic violence, stalking, or elder abuse
  • Notification is only required if the protected person has specifically requested it and provided a telephone number or email address to the marshal or sheriff for that purpose
  • The notification must include the date and time when the order was served on the restrained person
  • Courts are required to inform persons requesting protective orders of their option to receive notification when the order is served
  • Effective date of July 1, 2009; amends Georgia Code Sections 15-10-102 (constable/marshal powers and duties) and 15-16-17 (sheriff service of process)

Legislative Description

Constables/Marshals; notify protected persons upon the service of certain protective orders

Last Action

House Committee Favorably Reported

4/20/2010

Committee Referrals

Judiciary - Non-Civil2/18/2009
Public Safety1/15/2009

Full Bill Text

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