Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Georgia

Eviction & Late Fees
My landlord is attempting to evict us due to a check being returned. When he contacted me regarding the check, I told him I can come in and take care of it and pay any fees the bank charges for return checks. Well the check was written on the 1st and he contacted me 2 weeks thereafter. The rent is $1399 a month. He is not only charging me for the rent and return check now he says I owe him late fees of $720.00. What the GA law state a landlord can charge for late fees (max please)? I was fine with paying for the check and bank charge but the late fees being over 50% of my rent I don't agree. Is that legal? Please respond.

Asked on 11/09/06, 1:10 pm

Jon Gottlieb Flynn & Gottlieb, P.A.

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Re: Eviction & Late Fees

Your lease agreement will define the rate. However, Georgia usury law will also apply. The amount you're quoting appears too high after only 1 month.

Answered on 11/09/06, 3:34 pm

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