Eviction in Douglas County (Douglasville), Georgia

Where eviction cases are filed in Douglas County (Douglasville), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Douglas County (Douglasville)

Eviction court: Magistrate Court of Douglas County — Magistrate court (dispossessory) Court page
Filing fee: Affidavit for Summons of Dispossessory: $82.00; each additional named defendant: $25.00. Magistrate Court of Douglas County - Notice of Filing & Recording Fees, effective July 1, 2024
Notice before filing (state law): Before filing a dispossessory affidavit for unpaid rent, late fees, utilities, or other charges, the landlord must give the tenant a notice to vacate or pay all past-due amounts within three business days. The notice must be posted in a sealed envelope conspicuously on the door of the property AND delivered by any additional method(s) agreed upon in the rental agreement. Georgia rules
Renter households: 17,230 (33% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-28

Where eviction cases are filed in Douglas County (Douglasville)

Eviction cases in Douglas County (Douglasville) are heard by the Magistrate Court of Douglas County (Magistrate court (dispossessory)).

Magistrate Court of Douglas County — 8700 Hospital Drive, Douglasville, Georgia 30134; (770) 920-7540 · website

Court eviction page · E-filing · Self-help center

The Magistrate Court handles dispossessory actions; filing does not require an attorney. The court accepts electronic filing through PeachCourt using its revised e-filing forms. A self-addressed stamped envelope is required with all paper filings.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Douglas County (Douglasville)

Affidavit for Summons of Dispossessory: $82.00; each additional named defendant: $25.00.

The fee sheet does not say whether sheriff service is included.

Source: Magistrate Court of Douglas County - Notice of Filing & Recording Fees, effective July 1, 2024

How eviction cases work locally

Writ execution by Sheriff	About 2 working days after judgment the Douglas County Sheriff's Office receives the writ of possession; the landlord must call the Warrant/Civil Division at (770) 577-5101 to schedule the eviction (writ treated as inactive if not called within 30 days). A $25.00 non-refundable scheduling fee is due; the tenant gets written notice at least 24 hours before, and the landlord must provide labor to remove property. Source: Official source

Writ execution by Sheriff

About 2 working days after judgment the Douglas County Sheriff's Office receives the writ of possession; the landlord must call the Warrant/Civil Division at (770) 577-5101 to schedule the eviction (writ treated as inactive if not called within 30 days). A $25.00 non-refundable scheduling fee is due; the tenant gets written notice at least 24 hours before, and the landlord must provide labor to remove property.

Source: Official source

The Georgia eviction process

Georgia state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Douglas County (Douglasville):

Demand for possession; for nonpayment, a notice to vacate or pay within 3 business days, posted in a sealed envelope on the door and delivered by any additional method in the lease (O.C.G.A. § 44-7-50(c)-(d))
Landlord files a sworn dispossessory affidavit
Summons served by sheriff/deputy, constable, or (since 7/1/2025) an approved process server: personal service, an adult resident, or post-and-mail the same day; tack-and-mail alone supports possession but not a money judgment if tenant defaults
Tenant answers orally or in writing within 7 days of service (tendering all rent allegedly owed plus the cost of the dispossessory warrant within 7 days of service is a complete defense, which the landlord must accept only once in any 12-month period); if the case is not decided within 2 weeks, tenant must pay rent into court
Hearing (usually within about 7 days if a valid defense is raised); judgment
Writ of possession after 7 days; sheriff supervises removal and property is placed on landlord's land. Either party may appeal within 7 days; tenant must pay rent into court to stay in the unit

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Rent in Douglas County (Douglasville)

Median gross rent in Douglas County (Douglasville): $1,570/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; eviction procedure follows state law. City rules, if any, are on city pages.

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Douglas County (Douglasville)?

Eviction cases in Douglas County (Douglasville) are filed with the Magistrate Court of Douglas County.

How much does it cost to file an eviction in Douglas County (Douglasville)?