Georgia Eviction Timeline Estimator
Georgia dispossessory evictions take 30-60 days. No statutory notice period for nonpayment. Free calculator.
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A typical Georgia dispossessory (eviction) for nonpayment of rent runs 30 to 60 days from notice to writ of possession. Unlike most states, Georgia does not require a specific advance notice period for nonpayment under state law. The landlord demands possession (orally or in writing) and can file the dispossessory action immediately after.
The three phases of a Georgia eviction
Demand phase: demand possession from the tenant. Filing phase: file a dispossessory affidavit in magistrate court. Court phase: tenant has 7 days from service to answer; if no answer, default judgment; if answer, hearing within 30 days; writ of possession served by sheriff typically within 7 days of judgment.
Georgia-specific eviction rules worth knowing
Georgia is unusual in not requiring a statutory advance notice period for nonpayment. However, the lease may impose a notice requirement, and most leases do. Georgia's tenant-friendly answer period (7 days) and required court hearing (not just default judgment in most cases) extend the timeline beyond the fastest jurisdictions.
How to use this calculator
Pick reason and date. The calculator returns Georgia's notice period (typically 0-30 days depending on lease), typical court process, and earliest possession date.
Frequently asked questions about Georgia eviction timelines
How long does an eviction take in Georgia?
Total timeline runs 30 to 60 days from notice to writ of possession.
How many days notice is required to evict for nonpayment in Georgia?
State law does not require a specific advance notice period for nonpayment. The lease may impose one. Most leases require 5 to 10 days notice.
What court hears Georgia eviction cases?
Magistrate court in the county where the property is located. Filing fees vary by county.
Can a Georgia tenant stop the eviction by paying?
Yes. Paying the past-due rent before the hearing typically resolves the eviction. Some leases authorize refusing payment after the demand; check the specific lease.
What is the appeal timeline for Georgia eviction?
Tenant has 7 days from judgment to file an appeal to superior court. Appeal extends the timeline 30 to 60+ days.
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