Court of Appeals of Georgia January 29, 1985, 69208 (McKay v. Nally)

Carley, Judge.

Appellant instituted the instant action, seeking to recover a rental security deposit of $200. Pursuant to OCGA § 44-7-35 (c), appellant also sought $600, as treble the amount of the deposit, and attorney fees. Appellee Nally answered, raising the statutory exemption of OCGA § 44-7-36 as a defense to appellant’s claim under OCGA § 44-7-35 (c).