Georgia 911 Good Samaritan Law

Georgia 911 Good Samaritan Law Georgia Overdose Prevention is educating, implementing and developing resources for GA's 911 Medical Amnesty Law. Our goal is to save lives.

Georgia Overdose Prevention is a grassroots organization formed to create and advocate for the passage of the Georgia 911 Medical Amnesty Law. Signed into law by Governor Deal on 4/24/2014, this common-sense law, sponsored by Representative Sharon Cooper and Senator Renee Unterman, provides protection for people who call 911 seeking medical assistance for a drug or alcohol-related overdose. The ca

ller and the overdose victim cannot be arrested, charged or prosecuted for small amounts of drugs, alcohol, or drug paraphernalia if the evidence is obtained as a result of seeking medical assistance. The law also increases access to the opioid overdose "antidote" naloxone (Narcan). Doctors may prescribe naloxone to anyone in a position to assist a person at risk of opioid overdose, and to first responders, harm reduction organizations, and pain management clinics. Pharmacists are permitted to dispense naloxone. Doctors, pharmacists, and people administering naloxone are immune from criminal, civil, and professional liability as long as they act in good faith and in compliance with the applicable standard of care. Timely administration of naloxone typically reverses respiratory depression from heroin and opioids like hydrocodone, oxycodone, methadone, fentanyl, and other opiates and opioids. Victims of opioid overdoses who receive naloxone in time are less likely to die or suffer long-term brain and tissue damage. Inspired by the lives that have already been saved since the passage of the law, Georgia Overdose Prevention is now focused on education, implementation, and development of resources for Georgia's 911 Medical Amnesty Law. Ultimately, our goal is to save lives.

15,853 Lives Saved as of today from Naloxone rescue kits we have handed out. If you have a reversal to report, please l...
08/31/2026

15,853 Lives Saved as of today from Naloxone rescue kits we have handed out. If you have a reversal to report, please let us know.

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We will be in Athens on THURS and FRIDAY if you want to pick up supplies.
08/31/2026

We will be in Athens on THURS and FRIDAY if you want to pick up supplies.

We’re excited to welcome Georgia 911 Good Samaritan Law to our clinic this Thursday, September 3rd!

During dosing hours, 6:00 AM–12:00 PM, they will be hosting an outreach table where community members can receive helpful information and resources related to naloxone and overdose prevention.

We invite our patients, families, and community members to stop by, learn more, and connect with this valuable community resource.

📅 Thursday, September 3rd
⏰ 6:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 1710 Commerce Rd, Athens GA 30607

We look forward to seeing you there and continuing to promote education and community support! 💙

We will be at J's Place tonight in Hall County.
08/31/2026

We will be at J's Place tonight in Hall County.

VIRTUAL TRAINING NOON AUG 31 -- Today is Overdose Awareness Day -- What better way to remember those we've lost than to ...
08/31/2026

VIRTUAL TRAINING NOON AUG 31 -- Today is Overdose Awareness Day -- What better way to remember those we've lost than to spend an hour with us learning how to protect your community?

We have added additional virtual trainings, including an evening training and one on Overdose Awareness Day - Aug 31st.
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Next Virtual Trainings

Mon August 10 | 12PM
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/-K1TBBAySlOKNCamF98GCw

Monday, August 17 | 10:00AM
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/KwfFNRd9QRC9M-Y_KX

Mon Aug 31 | 12PM Noon - Overdose Awareness Day
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/JKw0B2MJTlK5etjfMdZ7Bw

Thurs Sept 10th | 6PM Evening Class
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/RDCvCSA2Tgqjq_Fx7P39Hg

Mon Sept 14th | 10AM
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8wJhMTmhRPaTqzjxpvw1uw

Thurs Oct 8th | 10AM
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/YcHr9dIESWWn7EW_jxaYSQ

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Our amazing volunteer distributors do events all over the state on Overdose Awareness Day but each year our staff attend...
08/28/2026

Our amazing volunteer distributors do events all over the state on Overdose Awareness Day but each year our staff attends one event. On Monday we will be with J's Place Recovery Center in Hall County. Please stop by and see us.

See you next week on International Overdose Awareness Day, Monday, August 31st , 6 PM - 9 PM for Hall Recovers. Midland Greenway | 682 Grove Street | Gainesville. Visit HallRecovers.org to submit the name and/or image of a loved one lost to substance use disorder. We remember. We celebrate the hope of recovery.

Georgia Overdose Prevention will be at this event with Georgia Prevention Project. We realize our names are very simila...
08/12/2026

Georgia Overdose Prevention will be at this event with Georgia Prevention Project. We realize our names are very similar!

Join the Better Together Bash! Resource fair, activities, and raffles for students and families to build connection and belonging.

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08/12/2026

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We have added additional virtual trainings, including an evening training and one on Overdose Awareness Day - Aug 31st....
08/10/2026

We have added additional virtual trainings, including an evening training and one on Overdose Awareness Day - Aug 31st.
PLEASE SHARE
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Next Virtual Trainings

Mon August 10 | 12PM
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/-K1TBBAySlOKNCamF98GCw

Monday, August 17 | 10:00AM
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/KwfFNRd9QRC9M-Y_KX

Mon Aug 31 | 12PM Noon - Overdose Awareness Day
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/JKw0B2MJTlK5etjfMdZ7Bw

Thurs Sept 10th | 6PM Evening Class
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/RDCvCSA2Tgqjq_Fx7P39Hg

Mon Sept 14th | 10AM
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8wJhMTmhRPaTqzjxpvw1uw

Thurs Oct 8th | 10AM
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/YcHr9dIESWWn7EW_jxaYSQ

Follow us on social media for additional trainings

So grateful for The Athens Clinic
08/04/2026

So grateful for The Athens Clinic

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