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New amnesty law has limited impact in area
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Despite Gov. Nathan Deal signing a medical amnesty bill three months ago, the new law allowing for immunities on arrests when a person seeks emergency services has not had many noticeable effects in the purview of law enforcement or medical staff. The bill attempted to assuage angst for calling 911 in fear of being later prosecuted for drug use or underage alcohol consumption.