Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Georgia

Re: My partner wants to break his half of the lease

You cannot force him to stay, but you would probably have a good claim against him for his portion of the rent.

If the rent is not paid in full and on time, the landlord would have the option to file a dispossessory (eviction).

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Re: My partner wants to break his half of the lease

You likely misunderstand the lease. It is highly unlikely your lease is divided into "halves." In virtually all such leases, both of you are liable for the entire amount. It would make little sense for the landlord to be stuck with getting only your "half" and not being able to put you out. If it is not paid in full under the terms of the lease, the landlord will likely take action to evict you. Both of you would then be subject to a lawsuit for the remaining lease payments due, or the amount of lease payments and other damages suffered by the landlord (i.e., advertising, broker fees, etc.) until another tenant is found.