Georgia State Defense Force

A Component of the Georgia Department of Defense

Ready to serve

since 1733

The Georgia State Defense Force is a component of the Georgia Department of Defense, serving in support of the national and state constitutions under direction of the Governor and the Adjutant General of Georgia.

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Mission

When ordered by the Adjutant General, provide an organized, trained, disciplined, rapid response volunteer force to assist state and local government agencies, and civil relief organizations in impending or actual emergencies to assure the welfare and safety of the citizens of Georgia.


Authorization

The Georgia State Defense Force is a legally constituted element of the Georgia Department of Defense, serving in support of the national and state constitutions under direction of the Governor and the Adjutant General of the State of Georgia.

32 U.S.C. § 109 (2018)

GA Code § 38-2-50 (2019)