Georgia Code
Article 2 - Justification and Excuse
§ 16-3-23.1. No Duty to Retreat Prior to Use of Force in Self-Defense

A person who uses threats or force in accordance with Code Section 16-3-21, relating to the use of force in defense of self or others, Code Section 16-3-23, relating to the use of force in defense of a habitation, or Code Section 16-3-24, relating to the use of force in defense of property other than a habitation, has no duty to retreat and has the right to stand his or her ground and use force as provided in said Code sections, including deadly force.
History. Code 1981, § 16-3-23.1 , enacted by Ga. L. 2006, p. 477, § 1/SB 396.
Law reviews.
For article with annual survey on criminal law, see 73 Mercer L. Rev. 75 (2021).

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