In all cases in which it is made to appear that an attorney is liable for costs, the court shall, on motion, order a judgment and execution against him for the same.
History. Orig. Code 1863, § 3612; Code 1868, § 3637; Code 1873, § 3687; Code 1882, § 3687; Civil Code 1895, § 5396; Civil Code 1910, § 5994; Code 1933, § 24-3412.
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 15 - Court and Litigation Costs
§ 9-15-1. Which Party Liable for Costs
§ 9-15-2. Affidavit of Indigence; Procedure When Filing Party Not Represented by Counsel
§ 9-15-3. When Costs May Be Demanded
§ 9-15-7. Liability of Attorney Guilty of Willful Neglect or Misconduct for Costs
§ 9-15-8. Liability for Costs of Witnesses of Adverse Party
§ 9-15-9. Costs When Recovery on Contract Is Less Than $50.00
§ 9-15-10. Costs in Personal Actions When Damages Are Less Than $10.00
§ 9-15-11. Inclusion of Costs in Judgment; Itemization and Endorsement on Execution
§ 9-15-12. Liability of Plaintiff and Attorney for Costs When Execution Returned Unsatisfied
§ 9-15-13. Judgment and Execution Against Attorney for Costs
§ 9-15-14. Litigation Costs and Attorney’s Fees Assessed for Frivolous Actions and Defenses
§ 9-15-15. Attorney’s Fees and Expenses Assessed in Civil Actions Brought Against Judicial Officers