Georgia Statutes
§ 53-2-42 — Right of action by creditor
Georgia § 53-2-42
JurisdictionGeorgia
Title53
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Bluebook
O.C.G.A. § 53-2-42 (2026).
Text
After the granting of an order by the probate court that no administration is necessary, any creditor of the decedent shall have a right of action on the unsatisfied debts against the heirs, to the extent of the value of property received by the heirs.
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Related
Hart v. Fortson
435 S.E.2d 45 (Supreme Court of Georgia, 1993)
Lowe v. Young
400 S.E.2d 619 (Supreme Court of Georgia, 1991)
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