Firearm instructor liability

(a) As used in this Code section, the term: (1) ‘‘Dangerous weapon’’ shall have the same meaning as provided for under Code Section 16-11-121. (2) ‘‘Firearm’’ means any handgun, rifle, shotgun, or other weapon which will or can be converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive or electrical charge and which is not a dangerous weapon. (b) Any instructor who lawfully instructs, educates, or trains a person in the safe, proper, or technical use of a firearm shall be immune from civil liability for any injuries caused by the failure of such person to use such firearm properly or lawfully. (Code 1981, § 51-1-55, enacted by Ga. L. 2017, p. 555, § 9/HB 292.) Effective date. — This Code section became effective May 8, 2017.