Search Georgia Family Court Records
Georgia family court records cover a broad set of cases handled by Superior Courts in all 159 counties. These records span divorce filings, child custody orders, support cases, adoption papers, and protective order petitions. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority runs a statewide search portal for court records. You can also visit any county clerk office in person to look up family court case files. Each county keeps its own records at the courthouse. Online tools like the GSCCCA portal and Odyssey eFileGA make it easier to find Georgia family court records from home. Start by picking the right county or using a state database to search.
Georgia Family Court Records Quick Facts
Where to Find Georgia Family Court Records
Georgia family court records are held at the county level. Each of the 159 Superior Court Clerk offices keeps case files for divorce, custody, support, and other family law matters. The clerk stores every paper filed in a case. Copies are open to the public. Most clerks are open Monday through Friday. Hours vary by county. Some charge a small fee per page for copies, and certified copies cost more than plain ones.
The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority is the central hub for court records across the state. GSCCCA connects all 159 county clerk offices into one system. They offer search tools, filing resources, and the Filing Activity Notification System known as FANS. FANS lets you track new filings on any name for free. Under O.C.G.A. § 15-6-61, the Superior Court Clerk in each county serves as the custodian of all court records. That includes every family court case file in Georgia. The GSCCCA main office is in Atlanta at 1875 Century Boulevard, Suite 100. You can call them at (404) 327-9058 or reach them toll free at 800-304-5174.
The GSCCCA search portal lets you look up records by name, book and page, or property. It covers real estate records, lien filings, UCC searches, and court data from every county in Georgia. You can use it to find family court records tied to property transfers or other court actions.
A regular account costs $14.95 per month per user. The premium option is $29.95 per month. Both come with a $0.50 charge per printed page. UCC certified searches cost $15.00 per debtor name. Customer support runs Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM EST. You can reach them at Help@gsccca.org or use the live chat on the site.
Filing Georgia Family Court Cases Online
Odyssey eFileGA lets attorneys submit family court papers any time of day from any device with a browser. The system works much like the federal CM/ECF filing system. You can open new cases or file into ones that already exist. Filing fees get calculated when you submit. Once the clerk accepts your papers, you get a file-stamped copy back by email. E-filing is now required for civil and family cases in many Georgia counties for attorneys.
For eFileGA support, call 800-297-5377 or email efiling.support@tylertech.com. Hours are 7 AM to 9 PM CT, Monday through Friday. Training webinars run each month and count for one CLE credit hour. Pro se parties cannot use eFileGA right now. If you do not have a lawyer, you must file family court papers on paper at the clerk office in your county.
PeachCourt is another portal for Georgia courts. It handles civil and criminal filings and gives access to court papers across the state. Call 844-GA-EFILE for PeachCourt support.
Both systems work with the Superior Court in each county. The choice of platform may depend on where you file. Check with your local clerk to see which system they use for family court cases in Georgia.
Georgia Family Court Fees and Fines
Court fees vary by county and case type in Georgia. Filing a divorce case costs about $200 to $250 in most places. Cases with children may have extra fees. Protective order petitions cost nothing to file under O.C.G.A. § 19-13-3. Fee waivers exist for people with low income who submit an In Forma Pauperis form.
The GSCCCA fines and fees page gives details on statewide court costs for family court cases in Georgia.
GSCCCA also runs CourtTRAX, which tracks fines and fees for all Georgia courts. CourtTRAX houses data on fee assessments, daily reports, training materials, and legal resources for family court filings. The site includes rules, forms, and guides that can help you understand what a case will cost before you walk into the courthouse.
The CourtTRAX online calculator can help you estimate what a family court case might cost. Pick your case type and county to get a fee breakdown.
Note: Court fees can change, so call your county clerk to confirm current costs before filing any family court case in Georgia.
Child Support Records in Georgia
The Georgia Division of Child Support Services handles support cases across the state. DCSS can help open a case, find a noncustodial parent, set up paternity, file support orders, arrange payments, and enforce court orders. The toll-free number is 1-877-423-4746. Under O.C.G.A. § 19-6-26, the court that issued a child support order keeps continuing jurisdiction over that case in Georgia. DCSS lobby hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 9 AM to 3 PM. Mondays and Fridays are by appointment only. The main office is at 1526 East Forrest Avenue in East Point, GA 30344.
DCSS offers a mobile app called DCSS On the Go. Use it to make child support payments, check payment history, view scheduled appointments, and get alerts. The seven steps to set up a case are simple. Open the case. Find the parent. Establish paternity. File the order. Set up payment. Enforce the order. Review it over time. These steps create family court records at each stage.
For help reaching DCSS, visit their contact page or call the toll-free line during business hours.
Georgia Protective Order Records
Victims of family violence in Georgia can ask for a protective order at no cost. There is no filing fee for a family violence petition under O.C.G.A. § 19-13-3. You file the petition with the Clerk of Superior Court in the county where the respondent lives. A judge may grant a temporary ex parte order the same day. A full hearing must take place within 30 days. Final orders can last up to one year. A judge can extend them up to three years if needed. These protective order cases generate family court records that stay on file at the county clerk office.
The state has a guide on how the process works at georgia.gov. You need a valid ID, info about the other person, and any proof of violence. Witnesses help your case at the hearing.
O.C.G.A. § 19-13-1 defines family violence. It covers assault, battery, stalking, and criminal damage between family or household members. If you or someone you know faces abuse, call the Georgia Statewide Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-334-2836. That line is free and open any time.
Court forms for protective orders and other family court matters are at the CourtTRAX forms page. You can find blank petitions, response forms, and other papers used in family court cases across Georgia.
Vital Records for Georgia Family Court
The Georgia Office of Vital Records keeps birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates. Marriage records from 1952 to 1996 are on file there. Divorce verifications from the same period are also available. For records outside that range, contact the Probate Court for marriages or the Superior Court Clerk for divorces in the county where the event took place. These vital records often come up in family court cases in Georgia.
Birth and death certificates cost $25 for the first copy and $5 for each one after that. Marriage records cost $10. If no record is found, the $25 search fee is not refunded. Mail orders take 8 to 10 weeks to process. The Vital Records office is at 1680 Phoenix Boulevard, Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30349. Call (404) 679-4702 for questions. Online ordering is available through the ROVER system.
Georgia also has a Putative Father Registry for men who believe they may be the biological father of a child. Under O.C.G.A. § 19-8-2, Superior Courts hold exclusive jurisdiction over adoption in Georgia. Adoption records are sealed. You need a court order to see them. The Putative Father Registry can help protect parental rights when an adoption case is pending.
The Georgia Adoption Reunion Registry helps connect adoptees with birth families. Reach the Families First Office of Adoptions at (404) 657-3555 in the Atlanta area or toll free at 1-888-328-0055.
Contact Georgia Family Court Records Authority
For help with any family court records search in Georgia, the GSCCCA has several ways to get in touch. Call (404) 327-9058 or the toll-free line at 800-304-5174. Email Help@gsccca.org. Use the live chat on their site during business hours. The GSCCCA contact page has the full list of support options.
The GSCCCA office is at 1875 Century Boulevard, Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30345. Support hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM EST. Fax them at (404) 327-7877 if you need to send documents. One more thing: the court will never call you with threats or fines for missed jury duty. That is a known phone scam in Georgia.
Browse Georgia Family Court Records by County
Each county in Georgia has a Superior Court Clerk who keeps family court records. Pick a county below to find local contact info, office hours, and filing details for family court cases in that area.
Georgia Cities Family Court Records
Residents of major Georgia cities file family court cases at their county Superior Court. Pick a city below to learn about family court records access in that area.