Georgia Eviction Notice PDF
Georgia at a glance: Demand for Possession: Recommended before filing; no fixed statutory wait · Court Process: Dispossessory proceeding · Month-to-Month Notice: 60 days (landlord) / 30 days (tenant)
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Eviction Notices in Georgia
Georgia's eviction process, called a "dispossessory proceeding," is governed by Title 44 of the Georgia Code. Georgia does not require a fixed statutory waiting period before filing for nonpayment of rent, though a demand for possession is typically made first.
Georgia is comparatively landlord-friendly and the eviction process can move quickly once filed. Self-help evictions remain illegal regardless of how quickly the court process moves.
Georgia Eviction Notice — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Georgia Rule |
|---|---|
| Demand for Possession | Recommended before filing; no fixed statutory wait |
| Court Process | Dispossessory proceeding |
| Month-to-Month Notice | 60 days (landlord) / 30 days (tenant) |
| Answer Period | Tenant has 7 days to answer after being served |
| Governing Law | Ga. Code § 44-7-50 |
Georgia Legal Requirements
- A demand for possession is recommended (though not strictly required by statute) before filing for nonpayment.
- Landlord files a dispossessory affidavit in magistrate court to begin the formal process.
- Tenant has 7 days after being served to file a written answer with the court.
- Self-help evictions are prohibited — a writ of possession from the court is required.
Georgia Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Georgia legal resources or your state legislature's official website.