Escrow & Title
In Georgia, a 'judgment lien' attaches to real property owned by the judgment debtor when:
AA. The creditor files a lawsuit
BB. The judgment is recorded in the county where the debtor owns real property✓ Correct
CC. The debtor fails to pay the judgment within 30 days
DD. A court issues a writ of execution
Explanation
In Georgia, a money judgment becomes a lien on the debtor's real property in the county where it is recorded. The creditor must record the judgment in each county where the debtor owns real estate to create a lien in that county.
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