Georgia State Statutes, Judgements, Garnishments, Bad Check Laws, Interest Rates
STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS (IN YEARS)
- Open Account: 4
- Written Contract: 6
- Domestic Judgment: 7
- Foreign Judgment: 5
Interest Rate
- Legal: 7%
- Judgment: Prime + 3%
- Commercial Accounts: 18%
BAD CHECK LAWS (CIVIL PENALTY)
After 10 day written demand double damages up to $500 and service charge of $25 or 5%, whichever is greater.
GENERAL GARNISHMENT EXEMPTIONS
See federal law. City, County & State employees may be garnished.