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title: O.C.G.A. § 13-7-4. Limitations as to claims or demands for setoff generally.
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# O.C.G.A. § 13-7-4. Limitations as to claims or demands for setoff generally.

Setoff must be between the same parties and in their own right.

## History

Orig. Code 1863, § 2842; Code 1868, § 2850; Code 1873, § 2901; Code 1882, § 2901; Civil Code 1895, § 3747; Civil Code 1910, § 4341; Code 1933, § 20-1303.

## Cross References

Counterclaim and cross-claim, § 9-11-13. Joinder of claims and remedies under Civil Practice Act, § 9-11-18.