As used in Code Sections 16-3-23 and 16-3-24, the term “habitation” means any dwelling, motor vehicle, or place of business, and “personal property” means personal property other than a motor vehicle.
History. Code 1981, § 16-3-24.1 , enacted by Ga. L. 1998, p. 1153, § 1.1.
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For article, “Vigilant or Vigilante? Procedure and Rationale for Immunity in Defense of Habitation and Defense of Property Under the Official Code of Georgia Annotated §§ 16-3-23 , 16-3-24 , 16-3-24.1 , and 16-3-24 .2,” see 59 Mercer L. Rev. 629 (2008).
Structure Georgia Code
Title 16 - Crimes and Offenses
Chapter 3 - Defenses to Criminal Prosecutions
Article 2 - Justification and Excuse
§ 16-3-23. Use of Force in Defense of Habitation
§ 16-3-23.1. No Duty to Retreat Prior to Use of Force in Self-Defense
§ 16-3-24. Use of Force in Defense of Property Other Than a Habitation
§ 16-3-24.1. Habitation and Personal Property Defined