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GA HB994
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/15/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mike Cheokas
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AI Summary
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Upgrades the offense of riot from a misdemeanor to a felony, punishable by imprisonment for 1 to 20 years
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Defines riot as two or more persons committing an unlawful act of violence or any other act in a violent and tumultuous manner
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Adds riot to the list of offenses with restricted bail conditions under Georgia Code Section 17-6-1, limiting when bail may be granted
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Amends Georgia Code Sections 16-11-30 (riot) and 17-6-1 (bailable offenses)
Legislative Description
Crimes and offenses; riot; provide for a felony penalty
Last Action
House Second Readers
1/27/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary - Non-Civil1/16/2026
Full Bill Text
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