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GA County Guide

Oglethorpe County Small Claims Court

Magistrate Court • Population: 14,825

$15,000
Maximum Claim
$45 - $75
Filing Fees
30-45 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Oglethorpe County Magistrate Court

Address

109 East Boggs St, Lexington, GA 30648

Local Tips

  • Georgia small claims limit is $15,000
  • Located in the Oglethorpe County Courthouse

How to File in Oglethorpe County

1

Determine if your case qualifies for Georgia small claims court (up to $15,000)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the Oglethorpe County courthouse or online through the Magistrate Court

4

Serve the defendant with official notice of the lawsuit

5

Prepare your evidence, documents, and witnesses

6

Attend the in-person hearing and present your case

Statute of Limitations in Georgia

6 years
Written Contracts
4 years
Oral Contracts
4 years
Property Damage

Important Rules in Georgia

No jury trials
Garnishment available

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in Oglethorpe County, Georgia, visit your local courthouse at 109 East Boggs St, Lexington, GA 30648 or the Magistrate Court website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($45 - $75), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $15,000.

The maximum you can sue for in Georgia small claims court is $15,000. This limit applies to all counties including Oglethorpe County.

In Georgia, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Oglethorpe County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.

From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Georgia typically takes 30-45 days. Timelines in Oglethorpe County may vary depending on court schedules.

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