Garrett v. Cross

hThis is an appeal from a judgment in eviction proceedings in favor of plaintiffs, Shane and Holly Garrett, and against defendant, Martha Johnson Cross. The trial court not only ordered Ms. Cross evicted, but also awarded $9,090.00 in rent arrears, plus court costs and attorney’s fees. On appeal, Ms. Cross asserts that the trial court erred by awarding a money judgment in eviction proceedings, and that the trial court erred by not determining whether Ms. Cross’ failure to pay rent was due to the Garretts’ failure to make repairs to the leased property. For the following reasons, we affirm the…