Blind people would be allowed to get handicapped parking permits — even though they can't drive — under a bill introduced Friday by Rep. Chuck Martin. The Alpharetta Republican defended the bill. Martin said the caretakers of blind people need to be allowed handicapped parking when escorting the blind. Parking lots are dangerous places for people who can't see cars coming, Martin said, so they should have the right to park closer to the buildings. "It is possible that a blind person would have a car driven by their spouse or caregiver," the lawmaker said, adding that one of his...
