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Subcommittee advances bill to require stronger notice for warrant applications
Georgia House Committee on Judiciary (Non‑Civil) Subcommittee (Leverett) · February 10, 2026
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Summary
The panel advanced HB 11 31 to require personal service or clear proof of good‑faith attempts before a warrant issues on a private application; marshals warned it could create operational strain without phased procedures and funding.
Vice Chairman Hong presented House Bill 11 31, which would require personal service of applications for warrants and notice of warrant hearings to ensure respondents know the date, time and location of proceedings. The sponsor said the change aims to reduce cases where warrants are issued after respondents fail to receive notice.
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