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GA HB1134
Bill
Status
3/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kimberly New
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AI Summary
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Amends Georgia Code Section 44-14-411.1 to revise notice requirements for motor vehicle repossessors handling personal property found inside repossessed vehicles
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Eliminates the requirement for a second notice to vehicle owners before disposing of unredeemed personal property; property may now be disposed of after 30 days from the single notice instead of requiring two 30-day notice periods
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Defines when a lawful repossession is legally completed: when the vehicle is attached to a tow truck or loaded onto a carrier, when the repossessing party enters the vehicle, or when the vehicle is moved by the repossessing party
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Retains the 10-day deadline for repossessors to notify vehicle owners of intent to dispose of personal property, with notice allowed via personal service, certified mail, or statutory overnight delivery
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Repossessors maintain a lien on personal property found in vehicles for reasonable storage and notice expenses
Legislative Description
Property; repossessors of motor vehicles; revise notice requirements
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred
3/6/2026