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SB 0042 - Law Enforcement Officers and Agencies; engagement of vehicular pursuits; state, county, and local; provide a standard

Tracking Level: Passed
Sponsor: Gail Davenport (D)
Last Action: 1/24/2017 - Senate Read and Referred
Senate Committee: Public Safety

Staff Analysis of the Legislation

SB 42 amends Chapter 1 of Title 35 of the OCGA by adding that no state, country, or local law enforcement agency can authorize a vehicular pursuit unless Code Section 40-6-6 is met, probable cause exists that the individual is committing or has committed murder, aggravated battery, kidnapping, false imprisonment, rape, armed robbery, or any offense that creates an immediate threat of death or serious bodily injury.

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