§ 9-14-7 - Return day for writ
O.C.G.A. 9-14-7 (2010)
9-14-7. Return day for writ
The return day of the writ of habeas corpus in civil cases shall always be within 20 days after the presentation of the petition therefor. The return day of the writ in criminal cases shall always be within eight days after the presentation of the petition therefor.