Georgia statutes describe more than one general process. Which one may apply depends on the facts. This summary is statutory only — not county-specific procedure, and not a determination of your situation.
Georgia’s 2024 dual-track framework is part of a broader 2024–2026 wave of state occupancy statutes. For official notices about recent changes in other states — not encyclopedias — see state information.
O.C.G.A. § 16-7-21.1 (unlawful squatting), in general terms, provides:
O.C.G.A. § 44-11-30 (affidavit of intruder), in general terms, provides:
Source: Justia — O.C.G.A. § 44-11-30
County-specific procedures — verification in progress. County procedures are not published until primary-source verification is complete.
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| Citation | Claim (summary) | Jurisdiction | Source | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O.C.G.A. § 44-11-34 | Wrongful eviction remedies may include treble damages in applicable circumstances. | Georgia | Justia — O.C.G.A. § 44-11-34 | 2026-08-17 |
| O.C.G.A. § 16-7-21.1 | Criminal unlawful-squatting framework including citation and magistrate hearing procedures (general summary). | Georgia | legis.ga.gov — HB 1017 / Act 581 | 2026-08-17 |
| O.C.G.A. § 44-11-30 | Civil affidavit-of-intruder framework for summary intruder proceedings (general summary). | Georgia | Justia — O.C.G.A. § 44-11-30 | 2026-08-17 |