Civil Law & Disputes

Consumer Dispute Resolution

Consumer dispute resolution in Georgia for defective goods, poor services, refunds, distance purchases, evidence and the GCCA route.

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Start by classifying the goods, service, distance or off-premises transaction and any exception. Preserve the order, payment, advertising, messages, defect photos and written request to the trader.

The right route starts by assessing current law, facts, documents and deadlines together. This page provides a practical framework; an individual strategy is formed only after a confidential case assessment.

Procedure

How the matter is managed

  1. 01

    Identify the trader, goods or service and transaction type

  2. 02

    Preserve a chronology of the defect and communications

  3. 03

    Request repair, replacement, reduction or refund in writing

  4. 04

    Assess the GCCA, mediation, court and timing routes

Documents

Initial checklist

  • Receipt, order, invoice and payment proof
  • Advertising, product description and warranty
  • Photos, video and expert or service report
  • Written request to the trader and response received

Risks

Common mistakes

  • Failing to establish consumer and trader status
  • Leaving the defect or request oral
  • Missing a distance-sale exception
  • Ignoring trader contact and GCCA timing requirements

Typical scenario

From facts to an action plan

A client approaches with documents, conflicting information or a close deadline. We first identify the legal position, downside risk and priority action, then create an evidence and procedure plan. This illustration is not a past result or a promise of outcome.

Official sources

Check the current rule

Last editorial review: 17 July 2026. Recheck fees, forms and procedure against the official source before filing.

Law of Georgia on the Protection of Consumer RightsGeorgian Competition and Consumer AgencyCivil Code of Georgia

FAQ

Direct answers to practical questions

Answers are general and do not replace individual legal advice.

01Is a refund always available for defective goods?+

The remedy sequence depends on the goods, defect and current rule; repair or replacement may precede another remedy.

02Should I contact the GCCA or the trader first?+

A written approach to the trader is often the first practical step, followed by checking GCCA competence and the current application period.

03Can every online purchase be cancelled?+

Distance-sale rules and exceptions must be checked for the specific product or service.

Next step

Tell us about the matter, confidentially.

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