Cherokee Tribune – House Bill 60 A detailed look

In 2014, the Georgia Legislature passed House Bill 60 which, in addition to expanding the locations where a firearm could be carried by persons with a Georgia Weapons Carry License, also modified the process for obtaining the license itself.

In order to assist the public, what follows are some highlights of some of the changes in the licensing part of the statute, as well as a listing of the requirements for obtaining a WCL in the Cherokee County Probate Court beginning July 1.

Renewals

The Legislature did away with requiring fingerprints to be taken on license renewals, which previously existed under O.C.G.A. §16-11-129. However, what actually constitutes a “renewal” was left undefined. After reviewing the current usage of the term, especially in terms of the Temporary Renewal License, along with discussions with Legislators, the Cherokee County Probate Court will consider the renewal period to run from the date the license is issued until 30 days after the license has expired.

Based on an opinion of the attorney general, renewals will also only be available for licenses previously issued by Cherokee County.

Licenses for persons 18 to 20 years old

Before July 1, one had to be 21 years old to receive a WCL. Under the new law, these licenses are also available to persons 18 to 20 years old, but only if the applicant has completed basic training and is either actively serving in the U.S. military or has been honorably discharged from the service.

via Cherokee Tribune – House Bill 60 A detailed look.