§ 18-4-94 - Procedure where defendant prevails generally; establishment of interests in money or other property in court by parties filing claims thereto; distribution of money or other property - Georgia Statutes

O.C.G.A. 18-4-94 (2010)
18-4-94. Procedure where defendant prevails generally; establishment of interests in money or other property in court by parties filing claims thereto; distribution of money or other property

(a) Where the defendant prevails upon the trial of the issues made by his traverse, the garnishment case shall be dismissed by the court; and any money or other property belonging to the defendant in the possession of the court shall be restored to the defendant unless a claim thereto has been filed.

(b) If a claim has been filed, all parties of record may introduce evidence to establish their respective interests in the money or other property in court; and the court shall direct that the money or other property be distributed in accordance with the laws governing priority of claims.