Georgia Considers Domestic Violence Registry Bill

Proposed law would create registry after second conviction

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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Georgia lawmakers are discussing a new bill that would create a domestic violence registry, similar to the state's sex offender registry. The registry would be maintained by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), and a person would be included after their second domestic violence conviction.

Why it matters

The proposed registry aims to help people, especially those using dating apps, have more information about potential partners' histories of domestic violence convictions in order to stay safe. Supporters argue that if people can't feel safe in their own homes and close relationships, it's a serious problem that needs to be addressed.

The details

Under the proposed legislation, the domestic violence registry would be modeled after Georgia's existing sex offender registry. Individuals would be added to the registry after their second domestic violence conviction.

  • The Georgia state legislature is currently discussing the proposed domestic violence registry bill.

The players

Leesa Hagan

A Georgia state representative who is supporting the domestic violence registry bill.

Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI)

The state agency that would be responsible for maintaining the proposed domestic violence registry.

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What they’re saying

“If we can't be safe in our homes and in our very close relationships, that's a problem.”

— Leesa Hagan, Georgia State Representative (WSB Radio News)

What’s next

The Georgia state legislature will continue to discuss and debate the proposed domestic violence registry bill.

The takeaway

The proposed domestic violence registry in Georgia aims to provide more information to the public, especially those using dating apps, about individuals' histories of domestic violence convictions in order to improve safety and accountability.