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2017 Georgia Code
Title 9 - Civil Practice
Chapter 2 - Actions Generally
Article 3 - Abatement
§ 9-2-42. Death of one or more codefendants; suggestion of record

Universal Citation:
GA Code § 9-2-42 (2017)
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In all actions against two or more defendants, one or more of whom have died or may die pending the action, the plaintiff may suggest the death of record and proceed against the surviving defendants to the extent of their respective liabilities.

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