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INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY

Georgia has the highest standard of proof in the nation to prove intellectual disability in a capital case. Learn why change is necessary.

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By joining GACADP, you will add your voice to thousands of other concerned Georgia Catholics working to heed the Church’s call to end the use of the death penalty.

News and Action Alerts

HB 1014 Action Alert

House Bill 1014 was recently introduced by Representative Bill Werkheiser. This important piece of legislation would (1) lower the standard of proof for intellectual disability and (2) remove the determination of intellectual disability from the guilt phase of a trial.

Journey of Hope Speakers’ Tour

Join Georgians for Alternatives Against the Death Penalty for the 30th Anniversary Journey of Hope: From Violence to Healing Speakers’ Tour. Events will be taking place across the state from January 26 through February 6.

Georgia bishops sign faith leaders’ letter

Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., and Atlanta’s auxiliary bishops are joining other interfaith leaders to ask Georgia lawmakers to change the standard of proof for those with intellectual disabilities in capital cases.

World Day Against the Death Penalty

World Day Against the Death Penalty is Tuesday, October 10. Join us in the morning for an in person prayer service at the Georgia State Capitol, or participate in a virtual prayer call in the evening.

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Georgia Catholics Against the Death penalty educates Catholics on Church teaching about capital punishment and mobilizes action to eliminate its use in Georgia and around the world.  Read more.

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