In Georgia, a judgment lien property lien is an effective tool to collect on a judgment. A Judgment Lien Attaches to Real Property, but… A Georgia judgment lien attaches to all judgments obtained in the superior courts, magistrate courts, and all other Georgia courts. O.C.G.A.
In cases where the judgment is entered by default, action can be taken immediately to satisfy the judgment, either by garnishment or levy upon the property of the defendant in fi fa. Other judgments may not be enforced for a period of ten days after entry of the judgment.
A judgment becomes dormant and unenforceable when seven years lapse after the granting of the judgment, but may be revived by an additional entry within seven years from the initial judgment. Ga. Code Ann. § 9-12-60.
The Georgia Department of Revenue's website is the primary repository for state tax liens. Individuals can visit the agency's Georgia Tax Center to look up tax liens with SOLVED, the Search for a Lien tool. The tool disseminates information on tax liens filed by the state for unpaid taxes.
Record the lien of security interest with Clerk of Superior Court's office in the county where the vehicle owner resides, under the provisions of the Uniform Commercial Code. Contact the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority for required forms, filing fees, and additional information.
You can go to and download any forms you need, including the MV-1 and T-53A forms. Fill out these forms, typewritten, and mail them via registered mail along with $18.00 and a copy of the writ of Fi Fa to the listed lien holder.
Creditors cannot take your home in Georgia, but they can place a judgment lien on it.
In cases where the judgment is entered by default, action can be taken immediately to satisfy the judgment, either by garnishment or levy upon the property of the defendant in fi fa. Other judgments may not be enforced for a period of ten days after entry of the judgment.