§ 24-8-22 - Summary establishment of lost or destroyed evidence of indebtedness in probate court -- Service of nonresidents; effect - Georgia Statutes

O.C.G.A. 24-8-22 (2010)
24-8-22. Summary establishment of lost or destroyed evidence of indebtedness in probate court -- Service of nonresidents; effect

When the person alleged to be a debtor or maker of a lost or destroyed paper as set forth in Code Section 24-8-21 does not reside in this state, the alleged debtor or maker may be made a party to the proceedings by publication, in a newspaper to be designated by the judge of the probate court, twice a month for two months. When the person has been made a party, this article shall apply in his case, except as otherwise provided.