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Cal. Civ. Code § 8-3-219

Expediting civil actions.

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Verified 10/28/2026 · Next check 11/4/2026
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Operative Text

Cal. Civ. Code § 8-3-219
Any court in which a proceeding is instituted under Code Section 8-3-217 or 8-3-218 shall assign the case for hearing at the earliest practicable date and cause the case to be expedited.
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Plain English

Under O.C.G.A. § 8-3-219, when a civil action is filed under the related fair housing provisions (§§ 8-3-217 or 8-3-218), the court handling the case is required to schedule a hearing as soon as reasonably possible and to move the case forward without unnecessary delay. This rule reflects a legislative priority that fair housing disputes be resolved promptly rather than languishing in a court's general docket. The provision applies to any Georgia court in which such a proceeding is brought.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Property owners and managers facing civil proceedings brought under §§ 8-3-217 or 8-3-218 should be aware that O.C.G.A. § 8-3-219 obligates the court to place these cases on an expedited schedule. Compliant operators generally maintain thorough, up-to-date records of their rental practices, communications, and policies so they are prepared to respond quickly when a hearing date is set on short notice. Because timelines in these matters can move faster than in ordinary civil litigation, having documentation organized in advance is a common practice among well-prepared property managers.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

O.C.G.A. § 8-3-219 provides that courts must prioritize fair housing cases filed under §§ 8-3-217 or 8-3-218, scheduling hearings at the earliest practicable date. This means tenants who bring or are involved in such proceedings may see their cases move through the court system more quickly than typical civil matters. Tenants seeking to understand their options under these provisions may find it helpful to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid office familiar with Georgia fair housing law.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

O.C.G.A. § 8-3-208
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-200
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-217
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-218
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-222
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-211
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-209
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-213
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-212
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-206
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-213
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-202
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-218
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-209
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-217
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-215
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-216
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-200
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-206
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-200
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-204
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-202
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-222
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-200
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-200
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-202
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-205
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-202
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-200
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-204

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