Georgia is one of the 46 statesthat allow for the open carry of a firearm. Individuals must be at least 21 years of age and obtain a state permit.
Having a permit to open carry doesn't mean that you can exercise this right anywhere. Here is the list of places in Georgia where you cannot open carry.
School Property - You cannot open carry on school premises, including buses. This includes college and university campuses as well as school residence halls and dormitories.
Churches and Places of Worship
Courts of Law - You cannot open carry in any Georgia courthouse or facility where court is being held.
Government Facilities - It is illegal to open carry in any state-owned (and most county-owned) government building.
Active Polling Area - You are not allowed to open carry during elections and must be at least 150 ft from any designated polling station to open carry.
Prisons, Correctional Facilities, or Detention Homes
Airports - It is illegal to open carry in secure areas of airports.
Mental Health Facilities
Sporting Events Authorized individuals such as law enforcement officers and members of the military are exceptions.