Georgia Statutes

§ 44-12-20 — "Chose in action" defined

Georgia § 44-12-20

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O.C.G.A. § 44-12-20 (2026).

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A chose in action is personalty to which the owner has a right of possession in the future or a right of immediate possession which is being wrongfully withheld.

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