Ga. Code § 5-5-51

Current through 2023-2024 Legislative Session Chapter 709

Section 5-5-51 - Written basis for exercise of judicial discretion for new trial

In all civil cases in which a new trial is granted, if the grant of a new trial is based on the discretion of the judge, the judge shall set forth by written order the reason or reasons for the exercise of his discretion. Such order shall not be required to conform to the provisions of Code Section 9-11-52, relating to findings by the court.

OCGA § 5-5-51