Georgia House Bill 1364 and Concealed Carry Rights

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Georgia House Bill 1364 makes property owners liable if a legal concealed carrier is harmed while barred from being armed on the owner’s property. The bill clarifies that property owners must ensure custodial care for individuals denied the ability to carry weapons on their premises.

Key Points

  • State Rep. Martin Momtahan (R) sponsored the bill
  • The bill aims to ensure property owners understand their custodial duties towards individuals denied the ability to carry weapons on their premises
  • AWR Hawkins, a Second Amendment columnist, has raised concerns about gun-free zones

Pros

  • Provides legal recourse for lawful weapons carriers who are harmed while barred from carrying on private property
  • Imposes responsibility on property owners to ensure custodial care for individuals denied the ability to carry weapons

Cons

  • Potential concerns about increased legal disputes related to self-defense rights on private property