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Originally Posted by myDeliverance
Does anyone know how to sue a landlord for return of security deposit if he lives out of state. I live in Cobb county and he lives in California. Cobb County magistrate court was no help. They said I need to read the stature but they would not tell me which stature.
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To sue in small claims court, you first have to send a demand letter asking for the money. Send it with some type of proof of delivery.
You sue where the rental was located, which I'm assuming is in Cobb County, GA.
When you do the paperwork at the court clerk's office, you can usually choose an option where the court sends the notification. You'll just need your landlord's address. Doesn't matter if he's out of state.
If he doesn't show up in court, you automatically win. If he doesn't pay you, you get a judgment and you can have his rent garnished.
Here's your GA tenant info:
DCA | Georgia Landlord Tenant Handbook
The court clerks can't give legal advice. Here's the small claims court FAQ for Cobb County:
Cobb County Government
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