Eviction in Georgia
State-specific overview · Property & Real Estate
Georgia requires landlords to provide three days' written notice before filing eviction for non-payment of rent.
How Georgia treats Eviction
Landlords must give tenants three days to pay rent or cure lease violations before filing an eviction action. Georgia courts process eviction cases, and the timeline from filing to judgment typically ranges from two to four weeks. Tenants have the right to appear in court and present a defense, and courts may grant additional time to cure in certain situations. Georgia law requires proper service of notice; failure to comply with notice requirements can delay or dismiss the eviction case.
The general definition of Eviction
The legal process by which a landlord removes a tenant from rental property.
Eviction is the formal legal process a landlord uses to force a tenant to leave the property. The landlord must have a valid reason—such as non-payment of rent, lease violation, or the end of the lease term—and must follow strict procedural rules, which vary by state. Typically, the landlord must give written notice (often 30 days or more), file a case in court, and obtain a judgment from a judge before the tenant can be physically removed. A tenant has the right to defend themselves in court and present their side of the story.
Read the full Eviction entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Georgia.