How do I appeal a case to the Circuit Court?
Appeals must be filed within ten days from the entry date of the judgment. Either party may appeal from a final judgment. A $213.50 filing fee is required and a surety bond, corporate bond or good security from the appellant party which is supported by TCA 27-5-103. Bond requirements pertaining to F.E.D. matters differ from bond requirements of a civil lawsuit.

The General Sessions Court 24-Hour Clerk's Office is available for accepting the filing of an appeal from both the Civil Division and the Criminal Division of the General Sessions Courts.

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1. Where is the Civil Division of General Sessions Court Clerk's Office located?
2. Is the East Office able to assist with any court transactions like the downtown office?
3. When making a judgment payment or garnishment payment to the Civil Division where do I send it?
4. What are the Civil Division office hours?
5. What is the Civil Division's phone number and Fax number?
6. What are the court costs associated with the filing of a civil lawsuit?
7. If the Sheriff's Department is trying to serve court papers on me, where can I pick them up?
8. How do I file a civil lawsuit with the General Sessions Court and what is the process?
9. How do I file an F.E.D. (Forcible Entry and Detainer) action to remove someone from the premises not paying their rent?
10. What time does civil court convene?
11. Am I required to have an attorney in the General Sessions Court?
12. How do I appeal a case to the Circuit Court?
13. How do I collect my judgment?
14. When may I receive funds from the Clerk's Office?
15. How do I stop the garnishment on my wages?
16. What is a "Motion to Quash"?
17. What if the defendant does not comply with the agreed Installment payment arrangement?
18. What is the cost to get a release on a garnishment?
19. How can I clear up my credit report with the credit bureau?
20. Why does the General Sessions Court Clerk's Office assign Attorney Code numbers and what are they used for?
21. How can I obtain detailed specific case information from the General Sessions Court Clerk's Office regarding a specific case?