During the bailment, in all cases the bailee has a right to the possession of the property and in most cases a special right of property in the thing bailed. For a violation of these rights by anyone he has a cause of action.
History. Orig. Code 1863, § 2032; Code 1868, § 2033; Code 1873, § 2059; Code 1882, § 2059; Civil Code 1895, § 2895; Civil Code 1910, § 3468; Code 1933, § 12-102.
Cross references.
Right of action of bailee and bailor for trespass, § 51-10-4.
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 12 - Rights in Personalty
§ 44-12-40. “Bailment” Defined
§ 44-12-41. Bailment Contract as Entire; Performance as Condition Precedent to Action Upon It
§ 44-12-42. Rights of Bailee in Bailed Property; Actions to Enforce Rights
§ 44-12-43. Care Required of Bailees
§ 44-12-44. Burden on Bailee After Loss; Proper Diligence Standard
§ 44-12-45. When Act of God or Contract Exception Available as Defense