Dooly County Probate Court ~ Marriage License

Dooly County Court House in Vienna, Georgia

Judge Dwayne D. Forehand
Chief Clerk Kathy Fraser
Clerical: Gloria Alexander, Traffic
Bridget Bridges, Probate&Traffic
Debra Johnson, Probate&Traffic

The Dec. 24, 1821 act organizing Dooly County provided that until the inferior court designated a county seat...>>More

Historic sites in the county include the Dooly County Courthouse. Built in 1891 of granite, slate...>>More

Dooly County was created on May 15, 1821 by an act of the General Assembly . >>More

The Dec. 24, 1821 act organizing Dooly County authorized the justices of the inferior court...>>More

Firearms Permit Guideline

Are you currently a United States Citizen?
Are you a non-immigrant or non-resident alien?
Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for, any offense arising out of the unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession or use of a dangerous drug or other controlled substance?
Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty of nolo contendere to, or recieved first offender treatment for any crime involving domestic violence, violence toward a family member, child or significant other?
Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for any felony offense or any offense punishable by a term of imprisonment/probation over one year, or to a felony or court-marital discharge punishable by imprisonment over one year?
Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for a forcible misdemeanor?have you ever been convicted of, or pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for carrying a concealed weapon, having a deadly weapon at a public gathering, or carrying a pistol without a license?
Are you subject to pending charges (including matters under indictment or accusation, on appeal, or uncompleted first offender treatment) or other court order?
Have you left any state, or any foreign state, to avoid criminal prosecution, to avoid giving testimony in any criminal proceeding, or knowing that charges are pending against you?
Have you been the subject of any proceedings (including arrests, matters on appeal, under indictment or accusation, or cases which were nolle prossed) within the past five years for any offense arising out of the unlawful possession or use of a controlled substance or other dangerous drug, or found through a drug test to have used such a substance or drug unlawfully within the past year?
Do you use any controlled substance or illegal drug other than as prescribed by a licensed physician, or have you done so within the past year, or had a pattern of using within the past five years?
Are you addicted to or have you lost the power of self-control over any controlled substance or drug?
Are you, or have you ever been, subject to any order (including but not limited to restraining orders, protective orders, peace bonds & good behavior bonds) restraining you from harassing, stalking, threatening, engaging in communication with, or refraining in any manner from contact with or coming in proximity to any person, individual, spouse, parent, child or former or current intimate partner or their property, residence or other location frequented by such person?
Have you ever been dishonorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces, or separated from the U.S. Armed Forces under a dismissal adjudicated by a general court-martial?
Have you ever been found by a civil or criminal court, board, commission or other lawful authority, as a result of subnormal intelligence, incompetency, mental illness, condition or disease, to be a danger to yourself or others, to lack the mental capacity to manage your own affairs, or to be incompetent to stand trial, insane, guilty but mentally ill, or not guilty for lack of mental responsibility?
Have you ever been ordered to receive inpatient or outpatient treatment at any treatment facility, mental health center, hospital, sanitarium, clinic or program for mental condidition, drug abuse, or alcohol abuse, by the court, board, or other authority in any civil, criminal or adminstrative proceeding?

Are you currently a United States Citizen? If you have ever renounced your U.S. citizenship, provide a copy of the reversal of such renunciation. If you are not a U.S. Citizen, you must show proof of name, address, date of birth, INS number and photo ID, identify all countries of citizenship and provide: (a) documentation of your lawful presence in the United States, and (b) proof of residency in the State of Georgia for at least 90 days. An alien (non-citizen) who is in the United States illegally is automatically DISQUALIFIED.
Are you a non-immigrant or non-resident alien? If yes, provide proof that you fall within a valid exemption establishing your eligibility. Valid exemptions are: (a) You are an official representative of a foreign government, accredited to the United States or an international organization with headquarters in the U.S. (b) You have a waiver issued by the Attorney General of the U.S. (c) You are a foreign law enforcement officer of a friendly foreign government in the United States on official law enforcement business. (d) You have a valid hunting license or permit lawfully issued in the United States.
Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for, any offense arising out of the unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession or use of a dangerous drug or other controlled substance? For purpose of this question only, a plea of nolo contendere and first offender treatment are each deemed to be a conviction, no matter what state the proceedings took place in, even if the defendant has been successfully discharged by the court which first afforded first offender treatment.
Anyone convicted of any violation of the Georgia Controlled Substance Act or any offense in any court in any country arising out of the unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession, or use of a substance defined as a dangerous drug or other controlled substance in O.C.G.A. § 16-13-21 or § 16-13-71 is automatically DISQUALIFIED from obtaining a permit unless they have received a pardon which either expressly restores their right to receive, possess or transport a firearm or is an unconditional pardon with a full restoration of rights. Proof of the pardon must be provided.
Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty of nolo contendere to, or recieved first offender treatment for any crime involving domestic violence, violence toward a family member, child or significant other? Convictions of misdemeanors involving force or threat of force or violence against a person unrelated to (and not involved with) the defendant generally only disqualifies an applicant from receiving a firearms license until the 5 year waiting period for forcible misdemeanors under Georgia law has run. BUT if it is a "Misdemeanor Crime of Domestic Violence," as defined in federal law, that is, and offense which "has as an element the use or attempted use of physical force or the threatened use of a deadly weapon against a victim who is a current or former spouse, child, ward, person with the applicant has had a child, has cohabitated with, or one similarly situated to a current or former spouse, child ward, or someone the person has lived with in an intimate relationship," there is a federal prohibition against firearms possession. Provided however, federal law does not prohibit the person from receiving a license unless the person was either represented by counsel or waived the right to counsel, and unless, if a right to trial by jury attached, the person knowingly waived the right to a jury trial. Except as noted in the preceding subparagraphs, persons convicted of Domestic Violence are Disqualified from obtaining a license unless they have a sufficient expungement or pardon, i.e. one which does not expressly prohibit the individual from shipping, transporting, possessing or receiving firearms. The pardon expungement, restoration of rights, or discharge without adjudication of guilt must be provided.
Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for any felony offense or any offense punishable by a term of imprisonment/probation over one year, or to a felony or court-marital discharge punishable by imprisonment over one year? A conviction of: (a) an offense pertaining to antitrust violations, unfair trade practices, restraints of trade, or a similar offense relating to the regulation of business (even if a felony), or (b) any crime classified by the state of occurrence as a misdemeanor which is punishable by imprisonment for 2 years or less does not disqualify a person from receiving a firearms license, although it may delat eligibility to receive a permit (if a forcible misdemeanor or a weapons charge).
Except as noted in the preceing review comments, convicted felons, persons convicted of crimes defined as misdemeanors in the state where the crime occurred but which was punishable by imprisonment or probation for over two years, and persons convicted in a cour-martial of charges punishable by imprisionment for over one year are Disqualified from obtaining a license unless they have a sufficient expungement or pardon, i.e. one which does not expressly prohibit the individual from shipping, transporting, possessing or receiving firearms. The pardon, expungement, restoration of rights, or discharge without adjudication of guilt must be provided as proof. (Notes: (a) The federal prohibitor is permanent if a person convicted of such a crime has nor received a pardon, expungement or resotration of civil rights. (b) Although rarely done, a convicted felon may also apply to the Georgia Board of Public Safety for relief from disabilities imposed by O.C.G.A. § 16-11-131. Under Georgia law, if such relief is granted and the individual has been free from supervision for 10 years (if forcible felony) or 5 years (if a non-forcible felony), then the DPS Board's grant of relief may be treated as a pardon, permitting the applicant to obtain a permit. It is believed that this could constitute a "restoration of civil rights" allowable under federal law unless the right to possess a firearm is specifically prohibited in the relief from disabilities.)
Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for a forcible misdemeanor? If your record establishes a forcible misdemeanor conviction and the offense does not involve domestic violence, then your are Disqualified from obtaining a permit until the applicant has been free from all supervision (including probation) in connection with the offense for the past five years.
Have you ever been convicted of, or pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for carrying a concealed weapon, having a deadly weapon at a public gathering, or carrying a pistol without a license? A person convicted of one of the foregoing offenses is disqualified from obtaining a permit until the applicant has been free from all restraint (including unsupervised probation) in connection with the offense for the past three years.
Are you subject to pending charges (including matters under indictment or accusation, on appeal, or uncompleted first offender treatment) or other court order? If the pending charges include formal indictment or accusation following arrest, and are offenses which are punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year, the applicant is disqualified under federal law from obtaining a permit at least until the adjudication of any such pending charge and under state law as to other categories of offenses listed, except for any pending drug charges. (Note: Althought pending drug charges are not an automatic disqualifier pending satisfactory disposition of the charge, the Court might wish to delay issuance of the license on these as well, given the fact that any disposition other than dismissal or acquittal would disqualify the applicant. Whether to withhold issuance of a license until diposisiton of other pending charges not listed would also be in the court's discretion, even though they do not automatically disqualify the applicant, unless the charges are pending in another state or country, in which case the applicant may be considered a "fugitive from justice".) The disposition of such charge(s) will determine subsequent action of the application. The length of time, if any, to hold the application open for consideration would be in the Court's discretion
Have you left any state, or any foreign state, to avoid criminal prosecution, to avoid giving testimony in any criminal proceeding, or knowing that charges are pending against you? As a fugitvie from justice, you are disqulfifed from obtaining a permit. State law disqualification exists until adjudication of the charge. (Note: A person is not a "fugitive from justice" merely because he or she has an outstanding civil traffic citaation.)
Have you been the subject of any proceedings (including arrests, matters on appeal, under indictment or accusation, or cases which were nolle prossed) within the past five years for any offense arising out of the unlawful possession or use of a controlled substance or other dangerous drug, or found through a drug test to have used such a substance or drug unlawfully within the past year? All of the listed circumstances are used as examples of the types of incidents which might disqualify a person, according to various interpretations of a person " who is an unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance" as defined in §102 of the federal Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. §802). In essence, the Court could find on the basis of such inforamtion that the person falls within a prohibited category. The Court has the right to inquire into illicit drug use whether or not the application has been convicted. the extent of such abuse or illegal conduct must be evaluated by the Court on a case-by-case basis. Inquirty should be made as to whether the individual has a recent history of use or a pattern of use. "Controlled substance" includes, but is not limited to: marijuana, depressants, stimulants, and narcotic drugs -- but not alcohol or tobacco.
Do you use any controlled substance or illegal drug other than as prescribed by a licensed physician, or have you done so within the past year, or had a pattern of using within the past five years? All of the listed circumstances are used as examples of the types of incidents which might disqualify a person, according to various interpretations of a person "who is an unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance" as defined in §102 of the federal Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. §802). In essence, the Court could find on the basis of such information that the person falls within a prohibited category. The Court has the right to inquire into illicit drug use or alcohol abuse whether or not an applicant has been convicted. The extent of such abuse or illegal conduct must be evaluated by the Court on a case-by=case basis. Inquiry should be made as to whether the individual has a recent history of use or a pattern of use. "Controlled substance" under federal law includes, but is not limited to: marijuana, depressants, stimulants, and narcotic drugs --- but not alcohol or tobacoo.
Are you addicted to or have you lost the power of self-control over any controlled substance or drug? If yes, the applicant is automatically DISQUALIFIED from receiving a firearms license.
Are you, or have you ever been, subject to any order (including but not limited to restraining orders, protective orders, peace bonds & good behavior bonds) restraining you from harassing, stalking, threatening, engaging in communication with, or refraining in any manner from contact with or coming in proximity to any person, individual, spouse, parent, child or former or current intimate partner or their property, residence or other location frequented by such person? Any individual subject to an order prohibiting the person from harassing, stalking, threatening or engaging in any conduct that would reasonably cause fear of bodily injury to a current or former intimate partner, partner's child, or the subject's child or parent; or prohibiting the use, attempted use or threatened use of physical force that would reasonably be expected to cause bodily injury to such a person is DISQUALIFIED from obtaining a permit, provided that the order was entered following a hearing after actual notice to the subject and an opportunity to participate, and the order either (a) includes a finding that the individual represents a credible threat to the safety of the intimate or formerly intimate partner threof, or to such a person's child or the individual's child or parent; or (b) by its terms explicitly prohibits the use, attempted use, or threatened use of physcial force against such current or former partner, child or parent that would reasonably be expected to cause bodily injury.
Have you ever been dishonorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces, or separated from the U.S. Armed Forces under a dismissal adjudicated by a general court-martial? The applicant is DISQUALIFIED from obtaining a license.
Have you ever been found by a civil or criminal court, board, commission or other lawful authority, as a result of subnormal intelligence, incompetency, mental illness, condition or disease, to be a danger to yourself or others, to lack the mental capacity to manage your own affairs, or to be incompetent to stand trial, insane, guilty but mentally ill, or not guilty for lack of mental responsibility? If yes, questions 14 and 15 apply to any criminal proceedings in which charges were dropped or treatment was ordered as either (a) a condiditon of release, probation, or parole, (b) the basis of the entry of a "nolle preosequi" order due to the receipt of a psychiatric or psychological evaluation, or (c) the result of a findng of insanity, not guilty by reason of lack of mental responsibility, guilty but insane, or a finding that the applicant was incompetent to stand trial. In such event, the person is DISQUALIFIED from receiving a permit. You may require the applicant to submit a copy of the order or decision if he or she is in doubt as to the answer. The foregoing cirsumstances are all examples of persons deemed to be "adjudicated as a mental defective," a federal prohibitor against issuance, whenever or whereever it occurred, even though the person's rights or capacity may have later been restored. If so adjudged at any time, the person is permanently DISQUALIFIED from receiving a permit. (Note: For example, if a veteran has received benefits on the basis of post-traumatic stress syndrome, such applicant is DISQUALIFIED.)
Have you ever been ordered to receive inpatient or outpatient treatment at any treatment facility, mental health center, hospital, sanitarium, clinic or program for mental condidition, drug abuse, or alcohol abuse, by the court, board, or other authority in any civil, criminal or adminstrative proceeding? This question applies to any order to undergo treatment in civil commitment proceedings, whether inpatient or outpatient. (Note: (a) For example, if a person is ordered to complete alcohol or drug or mental health treatment as a condition of probation, they are DISQUALIFIED. (b) An order to be evaluated or observed only, as opposed to an order to receive or to comply with treatment, does not disqualifiy a person from obtaining a license. (c) The DHR database only includes treatment in state-funded hospitials or other facilities in Georgia, and includes voluntary as well as involuntary admissions. A person is not disqualified by a voluntary admission.)


















Judge Dwayne D. Forehand Chief Clerk Kathy Fraser Clerical: Gloria Alexander, Traffic Bridget Bridges, Probate&Traffic Debra Johnson, Probate&Traffic The Dec. 24, 1821 act organizing Dooly County provided that until the inferior court designated a county seat...>>More Historic sites in the county include the Dooly County Courthouse. Built in 1891 of granite, slate...>>More Dooly County was created on May 15, 1821 by an act of the General Assembly . >>More The Dec. 24, 1821 act organizing Dooly County authorized the justices of the inferior court...>>More		Firearms Permit Guideline Are you currently a United States Citizen? Are you a non-immigrant or non-resident alien? Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for, any offense arising out of the unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession or use of a dangerous drug or other controlled substance? Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty of nolo contendere to, or recieved first offender treatment for any crime involving domestic violence, violence toward a family member, child or significant other? Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for any felony offense or any offense punishable by a term of imprisonment/probation over one year, or to a felony or court-marital discharge punishable by imprisonment over one year? Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for a forcible misdemeanor?have you ever been convicted of, or pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for carrying a concealed weapon, having a deadly weapon at a public gathering, or carrying a pistol without a license? Are you subject to pending charges (including matters under indictment or accusation, on appeal, or uncompleted first offender treatment) or other court order? Have you left any state, or any foreign state, to avoid criminal prosecution, to avoid giving testimony in any criminal proceeding, or knowing that charges are pending against you? Have you been the subject of any proceedings (including arrests, matters on appeal, under indictment or accusation, or cases which were nolle prossed) within the past five years for any offense arising out of the unlawful possession or use of a controlled substance or other dangerous drug, or found through a drug test to have used such a substance or drug unlawfully within the past year? Do you use any controlled substance or illegal drug other than as prescribed by a licensed physician, or have you done so within the past year, or had a pattern of using within the past five years? Are you addicted to or have you lost the power of self-control over any controlled substance or drug? Are you, or have you ever been, subject to any order (including but not limited to restraining orders, protective orders, peace bonds & good behavior bonds) restraining you from harassing, stalking, threatening, engaging in communication with, or refraining in any manner from contact with or coming in proximity to any person, individual, spouse, parent, child or former or current intimate partner or their property, residence or other location frequented by such person? Have you ever been dishonorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces, or separated from the U.S. Armed Forces under a dismissal adjudicated by a general court-martial? Have you ever been found by a civil or criminal court, board, commission or other lawful authority, as a result of subnormal intelligence, incompetency, mental illness, condition or disease, to be a danger to yourself or others, to lack the mental capacity to manage your own affairs, or to be incompetent to stand trial, insane, guilty but mentally ill, or not guilty for lack of mental responsibility? Have you ever been ordered to receive inpatient or outpatient treatment at any treatment facility, mental health center, hospital, sanitarium, clinic or program for mental condidition, drug abuse, or alcohol abuse, by the court, board, or other authority in any civil, criminal or adminstrative proceeding? Are you currently a United States Citizen? If you have ever renounced your U.S. citizenship, provide a copy of the reversal of such renunciation. If you are not a U.S. Citizen, you must show proof of name, address, date of birth, INS number and photo ID, identify all countries of citizenship and provide: (a) documentation of your lawful presence in the United States, and (b) proof of residency in the State of Georgia for at least 90 days. An alien (non-citizen) who is in the United States illegally is automatically DISQUALIFIED. Are you a non-immigrant or non-resident alien? If yes, provide proof that you fall within a valid exemption establishing your eligibility. Valid exemptions are: (a) You are an official representative of a foreign government, accredited to the United States or an international organization with headquarters in the U.S. (b) You have a waiver issued by the Attorney General of the U.S. (c) You are a foreign law enforcement officer of a friendly foreign government in the United States on official law enforcement business. (d) You have a valid hunting license or permit lawfully issued in the United States. Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for, any offense arising out of the unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession or use of a dangerous drug or other controlled substance? For purpose of this question only, a plea of nolo contendere and first offender treatment are each deemed to be a conviction, no matter what state the proceedings took place in, even if the defendant has been successfully discharged by the court which first afforded first offender treatment. Anyone convicted of any violation of the Georgia Controlled Substance Act or any offense in any court in any country arising out of the unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession, or use of a substance defined as a dangerous drug or other controlled substance in O.C.G.A. § 16-13-21 or § 16-13-71 is automatically DISQUALIFIED from obtaining a permit unless they have received a pardon which either expressly restores their right to receive, possess or transport a firearm or is an unconditional pardon with a full restoration of rights. Proof of the pardon must be provided. Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty of nolo contendere to, or recieved first offender treatment for any crime involving domestic violence, violence toward a family member, child or significant other? Convictions of misdemeanors involving force or threat of force or violence against a person unrelated to (and not involved with) the defendant generally only disqualifies an applicant from receiving a firearms license until the 5 year waiting period for forcible misdemeanors under Georgia law has run. BUT if it is a "Misdemeanor Crime of Domestic Violence," as defined in federal law, that is, and offense which "has as an element the use or attempted use of physical force or the threatened use of a deadly weapon against a victim who is a current or former spouse, child, ward, person with the applicant has had a child, has cohabitated with, or one similarly situated to a current or former spouse, child ward, or someone the person has lived with in an intimate relationship," there is a federal prohibition against firearms possession. Provided however, federal law does not prohibit the person from receiving a license unless the person was either represented by counsel or waived the right to counsel, and unless, if a right to trial by jury attached, the person knowingly waived the right to a jury trial. Except as noted in the preceding subparagraphs, persons convicted of Domestic Violence are Disqualified from obtaining a license unless they have a sufficient expungement or pardon, i.e. one which does not expressly prohibit the individual from shipping, transporting, possessing or receiving firearms. The pardon expungement, restoration of rights, or discharge without adjudication of guilt must be provided. Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for any felony offense or any offense punishable by a term of imprisonment/probation over one year, or to a felony or court-marital discharge punishable by imprisonment over one year? A conviction of: (a) an offense pertaining to antitrust violations, unfair trade practices, restraints of trade, or a similar offense relating to the regulation of business (even if a felony), or (b) any crime classified by the state of occurrence as a misdemeanor which is punishable by imprisonment for 2 years or less does not disqualify a person from receiving a firearms license, although it may delat eligibility to receive a permit (if a forcible misdemeanor or a weapons charge). Except as noted in the preceing review comments, convicted felons, persons convicted of crimes defined as misdemeanors in the state where the crime occurred but which was punishable by imprisonment or probation for over two years, and persons convicted in a cour-martial of charges punishable by imprisionment for over one year are Disqualified from obtaining a license unless they have a sufficient expungement or pardon, i.e. one which does not expressly prohibit the individual from shipping, transporting, possessing or receiving firearms. The pardon, expungement, restoration of rights, or discharge without adjudication of guilt must be provided as proof. (Notes: (a) The federal prohibitor is permanent if a person convicted of such a crime has nor received a pardon, expungement or resotration of civil rights. (b) Although rarely done, a convicted felon may also apply to the Georgia Board of Public Safety for relief from disabilities imposed by O.C.G.A. § 16-11-131. Under Georgia law, if such relief is granted and the individual has been free from supervision for 10 years (if forcible felony) or 5 years (if a non-forcible felony), then the DPS Board's grant of relief may be treated as a pardon, permitting the applicant to obtain a permit. It is believed that this could constitute a "restoration of civil rights" allowable under federal law unless the right to possess a firearm is specifically prohibited in the relief from disabilities.) Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for a forcible misdemeanor? If your record establishes a forcible misdemeanor conviction and the offense does not involve domestic violence, then your are Disqualified from obtaining a permit until the applicant has been free from all supervision (including probation) in connection with the offense for the past five years. Have you ever been convicted of, or pled guilty or nolo contendere to, or received first offender treatment for carrying a concealed weapon, having a deadly weapon at a public gathering, or carrying a pistol without a license? A person convicted of one of the foregoing offenses is disqualified from obtaining a permit until the applicant has been free from all restraint (including unsupervised probation) in connection with the offense for the past three years. Are you subject to pending charges (including matters under indictment or accusation, on appeal, or uncompleted first offender treatment) or other court order? If the pending charges include formal indictment or accusation following arrest, and are offenses which are punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year, the applicant is disqualified under federal law from obtaining a permit at least until the adjudication of any such pending charge and under state law as to other categories of offenses listed, except for any pending drug charges. (Note: Althought pending drug charges are not an automatic disqualifier pending satisfactory disposition of the charge, the Court might wish to delay issuance of the license on these as well, given the fact that any disposition other than dismissal or acquittal would disqualify the applicant. Whether to withhold issuance of a license until diposisiton of other pending charges not listed would also be in the court's discretion, even though they do not automatically disqualify the applicant, unless the charges are pending in another state or country, in which case the applicant may be considered a "fugitive from justice".) The disposition of such charge(s) will determine subsequent action of the application. The length of time, if any, to hold the application open for consideration would be in the Court's discretion Have you left any state, or any foreign state, to avoid criminal prosecution, to avoid giving testimony in any criminal proceeding, or knowing that charges are pending against you? As a fugitvie from justice, you are disqulfifed from obtaining a permit. State law disqualification exists until adjudication of the charge. (Note: A person is not a "fugitive from justice" merely because he or she has an outstanding civil traffic citaation.) Have you been the subject of any proceedings (including arrests, matters on appeal, under indictment or accusation, or cases which were nolle prossed) within the past five years for any offense arising out of the unlawful possession or use of a controlled substance or other dangerous drug, or found through a drug test to have used such a substance or drug unlawfully within the past year? All of the listed circumstances are used as examples of the types of incidents which might disqualify a person, according to various interpretations of a person " who is an unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance" as defined in §102 of the federal Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. §802). In essence, the Court could find on the basis of such inforamtion that the person falls within a prohibited category. The Court has the right to inquire into illicit drug use whether or not the application has been convicted. the extent of such abuse or illegal conduct must be evaluated by the Court on a case-by-case basis. Inquirty should be made as to whether the individual has a recent history of use or a pattern of use. "Controlled substance" includes, but is not limited to: marijuana, depressants, stimulants, and narcotic drugs -- but not alcohol or tobacco. Do you use any controlled substance or illegal drug other than as prescribed by a licensed physician, or have you done so within the past year, or had a pattern of using within the past five years? All of the listed circumstances are used as examples of the types of incidents which might disqualify a person, according to various interpretations of a person "who is an unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance" as defined in §102 of the federal Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. §802). In essence, the Court could find on the basis of such information that the person falls within a prohibited category. The Court has the right to inquire into illicit drug use or alcohol abuse whether or not an applicant has been convicted. The extent of such abuse or illegal conduct must be evaluated by the Court on a case-by=case basis. Inquiry should be made as to whether the individual has a recent history of use or a pattern of use. "Controlled substance" under federal law includes, but is not limited to: marijuana, depressants, stimulants, and narcotic drugs --- but not alcohol or tobacoo. Are you addicted to or have you lost the power of self-control over any controlled substance or drug? If yes, the applicant is automatically DISQUALIFIED from receiving a firearms license. Are you, or have you ever been, subject to any order (including but not limited to restraining orders, protective orders, peace bonds & good behavior bonds) restraining you from harassing, stalking, threatening, engaging in communication with, or refraining in any manner from contact with or coming in proximity to any person, individual, spouse, parent, child or former or current intimate partner or their property, residence or other location frequented by such person? Any individual subject to an order prohibiting the person from harassing, stalking, threatening or engaging in any conduct that would reasonably cause fear of bodily injury to a current or former intimate partner, partner's child, or the subject's child or parent; or prohibiting the use, attempted use or threatened use of physical force that would reasonably be expected to cause bodily injury to such a person is DISQUALIFIED from obtaining a permit, provided that the order was entered following a hearing after actual notice to the subject and an opportunity to participate, and the order either (a) includes a finding that the individual represents a credible threat to the safety of the intimate or formerly intimate partner threof, or to such a person's child or the individual's child or parent; or (b) by its terms explicitly prohibits the use, attempted use, or threatened use of physcial force against such current or former partner, child or parent that would reasonably be expected to cause bodily injury. Have you ever been dishonorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces, or separated from the U.S. Armed Forces under a dismissal adjudicated by a general court-martial? The applicant is DISQUALIFIED from obtaining a license. Have you ever been found by a civil or criminal court, board, commission or other lawful authority, as a result of subnormal intelligence, incompetency, mental illness, condition or disease, to be a danger to yourself or others, to lack the mental capacity to manage your own affairs, or to be incompetent to stand trial, insane, guilty but mentally ill, or not guilty for lack of mental responsibility? If yes, questions 14 and 15 apply to any criminal proceedings in which charges were dropped or treatment was ordered as either (a) a condiditon of release, probation, or parole, (b) the basis of the entry of a "nolle preosequi" order due to the receipt of a psychiatric or psychological evaluation, or (c) the result of a findng of insanity, not guilty by reason of lack of mental responsibility, guilty but insane, or a finding that the applicant was incompetent to stand trial. In such event, the person is DISQUALIFIED from receiving a permit. You may require the applicant to submit a copy of the order or decision if he or she is in doubt as to the answer. The foregoing cirsumstances are all examples of persons deemed to be "adjudicated as a mental defective," a federal prohibitor against issuance, whenever or whereever it occurred, even though the person's rights or capacity may have later been restored. If so adjudged at any time, the person is permanently DISQUALIFIED from receiving a permit. (Note: For example, if a veteran has received benefits on the basis of post-traumatic stress syndrome, such applicant is DISQUALIFIED.) Have you ever been ordered to receive inpatient or outpatient treatment at any treatment facility, mental health center, hospital, sanitarium, clinic or program for mental condidition, drug abuse, or alcohol abuse, by the court, board, or other authority in any civil, criminal or adminstrative proceeding? This question applies to any order to undergo treatment in civil commitment proceedings, whether inpatient or outpatient. (Note: (a) For example, if a person is ordered to complete alcohol or drug or mental health treatment as a condition of probation, they are DISQUALIFIED. (b) An order to be evaluated or observed only, as opposed to an order to receive or to comply with treatment, does not disqualifiy a person from obtaining a license. (c) The DHR database only includes treatment in state-funded hospitials or other facilities in Georgia, and includes voluntary as well as involuntary admissions. A person is not disqualified by a voluntary admission.)
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