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GA HB1311
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/16/2024
Primary Sponsor
Angela Moore
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AI Summary
- Amends Georgia Code Section 19-13A-3 to add substitute service options when a court finds a respondent in a dating violence protective order case is deliberately avoiding service to delay a hearing
- Authorizes the court to delay dismissal of the petition for an additional 30 days or permit alternative methods of service
- Permits service by personal delivery or by registered/certified mail with return receipt requested
- Allows service, upon motion supported by affidavit, by leaving copies of the citation and petition with any person over 16 years of age at a specified location, such as the respondent's workplace or with a known relative
- Permits service by publication or any other manner the court finds reasonably effective to provide the defendant notice of the petition
Legislative Description
Dating violence protective orders; provide for substitute service when respondent is avoiding service to delay a hearing
Last Action
House Second Readers
2/21/2024
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/20/2024
Full Bill Text
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