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Eviction in Gwinnett County (Lawrenceville), Georgia

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

Quick facts: eviction in Gwinnett County (Lawrenceville)

Eviction court
Magistrate Court of Gwinnett County — Magistrate court (dispossessory proceedings) Court page
Filing fee
$60 filing + $25 sheriff service per defendant ($85 total for one defendant); $25 to the Gwinnett Sheriff to serve the writ of possession Gwinnett County Magistrate Court - Fees
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
HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026)
$1,820/month HUD
Renter households
110,314 (34% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-22

Where eviction cases are filed in Gwinnett County (Lawrenceville)

Eviction cases in Gwinnett County (Lawrenceville) are heard by the Magistrate Court of Gwinnett County (Magistrate court (dispossessory proceedings)).

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

After an answer is filed, the hearing is set on the next available dispossessory calendar, usually Wednesdays at 9:00 AM or 1:00 PM (trial calendars: https://www.gwinnettcourts.com/magistrate/trial-calendars). A complaint may be mailed but must be sworn before a notary.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Gwinnett County (Lawrenceville)

$60 filing + $25 sheriff service per defendant ($85 total for one defendant); $25 to the Gwinnett Sheriff to serve the writ of possession

Fee page shows no effective date. Checks for filing payable to Clerk of Magistrate Court; writ service fee payable to Gwinnett Sheriff's Dept.

Source: Gwinnett County Magistrate Court - Fees

How eviction cases work locally

Answer and hearingTenant has 7 days from service to answer; a late answer may be filed but does not prevent the landlord from requesting a writ. Hearings usually Wednesdays 9:00 AM or 1:00 PM.
Source: Official source
Writ of possessionIf no answer is filed within 7 days, the landlord contacts the Magistrate Court office about presenting the writ to a judge for signature; the Sheriff serves the writ ($25).
Source: Official source

The Georgia eviction process

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

  1. 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))
  2. Landlord files a sworn dispossessory affidavit
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. Hearing (usually within about 7 days if a valid defense is raised); judgment
  6. 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 Gwinnett County (Lawrenceville)

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA HUD Metro FMR Area (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio$1,585
1 bedroom$1,660
2 bedrooms$1,820
3 bedrooms$2,182
4 bedrooms$2,605

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Gwinnett County (Lawrenceville): $1,810/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified.

Eviction help in Gwinnett County (Lawrenceville)

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Gwinnett County (Lawrenceville)?
Eviction cases in Gwinnett County (Lawrenceville) are filed with the Magistrate Court of Gwinnett County.
How much does it cost to file an eviction in Gwinnett County (Lawrenceville)?
$60 filing + $25 sheriff service per defendant ($85 total for one defendant); $25 to the Gwinnett Sheriff to serve the writ of possession.
Where can I get help with an eviction in Gwinnett County (Lawrenceville)?
Atlanta Legal Aid Society.
What is the fair market rent in Gwinnett County (Lawrenceville)?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,820 per month (1-bedroom: $1,660).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.