Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that establishes requirements for individuals to obtain public mugshots and law enforcement videos in Georgia.

Highlights:

• Requires an individual who requests photos or videos from law enforcement to identify first and last name of the individual depicted and a statement outlining the usage of the photograph and/or video (Sec. 1). 

• Restricts access of photographs or videos to the pictured individual or an attorney (Sec. 1). 

• Prohibits active investigation or prosecution records from being available for public release, excluding initial police or incident reports, until litigation concludes (Sec. 2). 

• Requires the General Assembly and their offices to make all employment discrimination and harassment settlements public, and requires the victim’s name(s) to be removed before publicizing (Sec. 3). 

• Specifies that this Act takes effect after the Governor’s approval (Sec. 3-A). 

• Requires the repeal of all laws and parts of laws which are in conflict with this Act (Sec. 4).

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