Post by Logan on Jun 27, 2016 1:28:55 GMT -6
The month of July kicks off the new year for state government. It’s also the first effective day for dozens of laws passed by the General Assembly.
Lawmakers can allow bills to take effect sooner than that. For example, some measures become law when signed by the governor or at an earlier date.
Here’s a look at some new laws taking effect at the start of July:
LAW ENFORCEMENT
Until now, Georgia was the only state to allow broad privileges for law enforcement facing grand jurors for using deadly force. The law drew criticism amid increasing scrutiny nationwide of police use of force.
Police officers now will have to answer questions if they decide to make a statement before a grand jury. Previously, an officer could give a statement without questioning. They no longer can be present for the entire proceeding, which are traditionally secret.
Read more: evans.allongeorgia.com/new-laws-on-police-courts-health-kick-in-july-1/
Lawmakers can allow bills to take effect sooner than that. For example, some measures become law when signed by the governor or at an earlier date.
Here’s a look at some new laws taking effect at the start of July:
LAW ENFORCEMENT
Until now, Georgia was the only state to allow broad privileges for law enforcement facing grand jurors for using deadly force. The law drew criticism amid increasing scrutiny nationwide of police use of force.
Police officers now will have to answer questions if they decide to make a statement before a grand jury. Previously, an officer could give a statement without questioning. They no longer can be present for the entire proceeding, which are traditionally secret.
Read more: evans.allongeorgia.com/new-laws-on-police-courts-health-kick-in-july-1/