Augusta, GA · Richmond County
Dispossessory Answer
Defendants use this Magistrate Court form to answer a dispossessory lawsuit and state their responses or counterclaims against the plaintiff.
What this form is
This form lets a defendant respond to a dispossessory claim in the Magistrate Court of Richmond County. It asks for case and party information, reasons for the answer, and any counterclaim, including amounts claimed for rent, repairs, or other damages. Each defendant must file a separate answer; attorneys may file for multiple defendants, but self-represented defendants may not.
Who needs it
A defendant named in a dispossessory lawsuit in Richmond County uses this form to file an answer and, if applicable, state a counterclaim.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the defendant or attorney signs and dates the answer, and no notarized attachment or related step is mentioned.
How to submit this form
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Download The Form
Download the Dispossessory Answer form.
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Complete The Answer
Fill in the case and party information, select applicable responses, and provide any counterclaim details.
- 3
Gather Supporting Documents
If needed, attach another sheet for additional space. The form says to bring receipts and documents about repair payments to trial.
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Submit The Answer
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Dispossessory Answer for?
- It lets a defendant respond to a plaintiff’s dispossessory claim in the Magistrate Court of Richmond County and state any counterclaim.
- Who must file an answer?
- Each defendant must file their own answer. Attorneys may file answers for more than one defendant, but self-represented defendants cannot.
- Do I need a notary for the Dispossessory Answer?
- No. This document is signed and dated without a notary, and it does not mention a notarized attachment or related step.
- How do I submit the Dispossessory Answer?
- The form names the Magistrate Court of Richmond County but does not give submission instructions. Check the city website for current contact details.
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