HB 214 - Habeas corpus procedure; filing a writ; change certain provisions

Sponsored By

• (1) Davis,Steve 109th
• (2) Ralston,David 7th
• (3) Walker,Len 107th

Committees

• HC:JudyNC
• SC:

Current Status

First Reader Summary

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 14 of Title 9 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to habeas corpus procedure for persons under sentence of state court of record, so as to shorten the time frame for filing a writ in felony and death penalty cases; to change certain provisions relating to grounds for writ and waiver of objection to jury composition; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Status History

Versions

1. LC 29 3584/a