But he WILL be in trouble with his department for losing his DUTY weapon. And as noted previously, support CCW for ALL citizens, not just off-duty cops. It appears that you could in Georgia. Call the state's Attorney Generals and I'd bet you'll find many states that would allow an active police officer to carry. Of course MD has also not arrested a number of cops from DC that technically were breaking the law.
Every state is different.
Most of the time an exemption for police is found in the same ordinance that deals with carrying concealed weapons. Question and Answer . There are 96 more stories on this topic. Rosie the Hypocrit - Commentary on two people who feel they need a gun for protection. Other great stuff too.