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Fulton County eviction fees
Verified 2026-10-04 Court: Fulton County Magistrate Court
| Dispossessory (eviction) filing | $75 Source: Fulton Magistrate Court filing fees |
|---|---|
| Proceeding against tenant holding over | $60 Source: Fulton Magistrate Court filing fees |
| Marshal service fee | $35 Source: Fulton Magistrate Court filing fees |
| Each additional defendant | $8 Source: Fulton Magistrate Court filing fees |
| Writ of possession execution | Not verified Not verified; ask the court cashier |
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Georgia eviction steps
- Demand / notice. Demand possession. For unpaid rent and other charges, give a written notice to pay or vacate with at least 3 business days to cure (posted in a sealed envelope on the door, plus any delivery method in the lease). (O.C.G.A. §44-7-50 (as amended by HB 404))
- File the dispossessory affidavit. File in magistrate court; the sheriff or marshal serves the tenant. (HB 404 (2024))
- Answer and hearing. The tenant has 7 days after service to answer. If there is no answer the landlord may ask for a default judgment; otherwise the court sets a hearing.
- Writ of possession. After a judgment for possession, the landlord requests a writ of possession, which the sheriff or marshal executes. Ask your county's court about current waiting periods.
Frequently asked
How much does it cost to file an eviction in Fulton County, Georgia?
Dispossessory (eviction) filing: $75; Proceeding against tenant holding over: $60; Marshal service fee: $35; Each additional defendant: $8.
How much is the writ in Fulton County?
Writ of possession execution: Not verified (Not verified; ask the court cashier).
Where do I file an eviction in Fulton County?
Fulton County Magistrate Court.