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GA HB687
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/22/2012
Primary Sponsor
Alex Atwood
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AI Summary
- Alarm monitoring companies in Georgia must utilize alarm verification for all burglar alarm signals before requesting law enforcement dispatch, in order to preserve municipal and county law enforcement and firefighter resources
- Alarm verification is defined as a reasonable attempt to contact the alarm site or user by telephone or other electronic means, followed by a second attempt using a different number or electronic address if the first attempt fails
- Exceptions to the verification requirement include fire alarms, panic or robbery-in-progress alarms, and situations where a crime-in-progress has been confirmed via video or audible means
- The definition of "alarm monitoring company" covers any person, company, corporation, partnership, or business authorized to monitor burglar, fire, or electronic security systems on commercial, public, or residential property
- The act amends Chapter 1 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated and has an effective date of July 1, 2012
Legislative Description
Alarm monitoring service companies; utilize alarm verification; provisions
Last Action
Senate Read Second Time
3/21/2012
Committee Referrals
Regulated Industries and Utilities2/23/2012
Public Safety and Homeland Security1/10/2012
Full Bill Text
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