As you already know, Gwinnett County joined 154 other counties in the state of Georgia in complying with Georgia’s preemption law. Gwinnett County, through its County Attorney, sent a polite letter to GCO formally stating that it both amended its ordinance to comply with state law and modified the park signage throughout the county. It…
GCO Questions Warren County Carry Restrictions
GCO attorneys have written the Warren County probate judge and sheriff, questioning their policies regarding concealed carry with a firearms license.
GCO Asks Supreme Court to Review 60-Day Issue
GCO attorneys have filed a “petition for certiorari” with the Supreme Court of Georgia, asking the high court to review the decision of the Court of Appeals of Georgia in a case where the Court of Appeals ruled that probate juges may wait longer than 60 days to issue a firearms license.
GCO in News in Newnan
The Newnan Times Herald published a story today (June 25, 2007) regarding the ruling on Coweta’s preempted ordinance and GCO’s notice of appeal.
Cobb County Responds on Temporaries, 60-day Issue
The Cobb County Probate Court has filed its response to a GCO member’s motion for summary judgment in a Cobb County Superior Court case.
Gwinnett Ordinance Change in News
GCO congratulates Gwinnett County’s Commission on its courage in unanimously repealing its ban on possession of firearms in parks.
Grassroots Succcess! Woodstock Repeals Gun Ban
Woodstock’s city council voted unanimously last night to repeal its city-wide gun ban on carrying firearms and its ban on carrying in liquor stores, both of which are preempted by state law.
Success on Gwinnett County Preemption!
GCO dismissed its lawsuit against Gwinnett County today, as it learned that the County Commission, by unanimous vote, amended its parks ordinance to comply with the state preemption law by excepting firearms from its reach.
State Files Reply in SSN Case
In a federal court case against the state and the Carroll County Probate Judge over social security numbers and employment information being required for firearms applications, the state has filed a reply brief in support of its motion for summary judgment.
Woodstock Gun Ban Committee Meeting
The City of Woodstock bans the carry of firearms within city limits.