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title: O.C.G.A. § 16-11-104. Discharge of firearms on property of another.
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# O.C.G.A. § 16-11-104. Discharge of firearms on property of another.

(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to fire or discharge a firearm on the property of another person, firm, or corporation without having first obtained permission from the owner or lessee of the property. This Code section shall not apply to:

(1) Persons who fire or discharge a firearm in defense of person or property; and

(2) Law enforcement officers.

(b) Any person who violates subsection (a) of this Code section is guilty of a misdemeanor.

## History

Code 1933, § 26-2909.1, enacted by Ga. L. 1977, p. 1333, § 1.