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GA HB1380
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/22/2024
Primary Sponsor
Farooq Mughal
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AI Summary
- Amends Georgia Code Section 40-6-74 to add specific procedures for motorists directed to stop by a law enforcement officer during a traffic stop, requiring them to clear the lane of travel or intersection, pull to the right-hand edge or curb, and remain stopped until the officer concludes the stop.
- Allows motorists to continue driving to a reasonably safe location before stopping, provided they signal their intent by activating flashing lights or a turn signal and observe the posted speed limit.
- Relocates the "safe location" provisions from Code Section 40-8-91 (law enforcement vehicle marking and equipment) into Code Section 40-6-74 (vehicle operation on approach of emergency vehicles), consolidating traffic stop procedures in one section.
- Changes the terminology in the statute from "driver" to "operator" for consistency throughout the amended code section.
- Preserves the existing protection that an otherwise lawful arrest shall not be invalidated by a motorist's failure to comply with these traffic stop procedures.
Legislative Description
Motor vehicles; operation upon approach by a law enforcement vehicle for purposes of a traffic stop; provide
Last Action
House Second Readers
2/27/2024
Committee Referrals
Motor Vehicles2/26/2024
Full Bill Text
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