Georgia Statutes

§ 9-11-1 — Scope of chapter; construction

Georgia § 9-11-1

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O.C.G.A. § 9-11-1 (2026).

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This chapter governs the procedure in all courts of record of this state in all actions of a civil nature whether cognizable as cases at law or in equity, with the exceptions stated in Code Section 9-11-81 . This chapter shall be construed to secure the just, speedy, and inexpensive determination of every action. This chapter shall also apply to courts which are not courts of record to the extent that no other rule governing a particular practice or procedure of such courts is prescribed by general or local law applicable to such courts.

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