Carrollton Family Court Records

Carrollton family court records are filed at the Carroll County Superior Court. Carrollton is the county seat of Carroll County, and all divorce, custody, and support cases for Carrollton residents go through the clerk office on Newnan Street.

Which County Handles Carrollton Family Court Cases

Carrollton family court records go through Carroll County. Carrollton is the county seat, so the courthouse is right in town. The Coweta Judicial Circuit covers Carroll County along with neighboring counties. All divorce, custody, and support cases for Carrollton residents are filed at the Carroll County clerk office.

Being the county seat means easy access. Carrollton residents can walk to the courthouse for family court business. The clerk office and courtrooms sit in the same building. No need to drive anywhere else.

Carroll County Superior Court Clerk

The Carroll County Superior Court clerk is Cynthia W. Ahlstrand. Her office is at 323 Newnan Street, Carrollton, GA 30117. Call (770) 830-5830 to reach the clerk. Staff can help you search for family court records, get copies, or file new cases. The office keeps all case files for divorce, custody, child support, adoptions, and protective orders.

Walk-in hours are Monday through Friday. Bring a valid ID and a case number if you have one. Certified copies carry the court seal and work for legal use. Plain copies cost less but lack the seal. Call ahead to check fees before your visit.

The Carrollton Municipal Court at 115 W. Center Street handles city ordinance cases and traffic tickets. It does not process family court matters. All family law filings go through the Carroll County Superior Court on Newnan Street.

Types of Family Court Records in Carrollton

Divorce records are the most common family court files in Carrollton. A case begins when one spouse files a complaint at the Carroll County clerk office. Under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-2, at least one spouse must have lived in Georgia for six months. The case file includes the complaint, answer, temporary orders, financial disclosures, and the final decree.

Most people looking for Carrollton family court records want the final decree. It shows property division, custody terms, and support amounts. Georgia has a 30-day waiting period after filing before the court can enter a final decree. Uncontested divorces move faster.

Child custody cases follow O.C.G.A. § 19-9-3. The court decides custody based on the child's best interest. Carrollton judges look at each parent's home, work schedule, and the child's ties to school and friends. Custody records include petitions, parenting plans, and final orders. Parents can petition for changes when circumstances shift.

Protective orders under O.C.G.A. § 19-13-3 are free to file. The court can grant a temporary order the same day you ask. A hearing within 30 days decides whether a longer order is needed. These records stay in the court file and are open to the public.

Online Access to Carrollton Family Court Records

The GSCCCA search portal covers Carroll County and all 159 Georgia counties. Search by name or case number. A subscription gives full access. This is the main way to find Carrollton family court records from home.

The Odyssey eFileGA system lets attorneys file family court documents electronically in Carroll County. Pro se filers still need to file in person. The PeachCourt portal offers guided form preparation for people who want to handle their own case.

Mail requests go to the Carroll County Superior Court Clerk at 323 Newnan Street, Carrollton, GA 30117. Include the case number or full party names and a check for the copy fee. Call (770) 830-5830 to check the current amount.

Child Support Services in Carrollton

The Georgia Division of Child Support Services helps Carrollton residents with support enforcement. Call 1-877-423-4746. DCSS sets up new orders, modifies existing ones, and enforces payment through wage garnishment, tax refund interception, and license suspension.

Georgia uses the income shares model under O.C.G.A. § 19-6-26. Both parents' incomes go into a worksheet. The result sets the monthly support amount. Health care and child care costs factor in. If your situation changes, file a modification petition at the Carroll County clerk office or ask DCSS to review the order.

Legal Resources for Carrollton Residents

Carrollton residents who need legal help with family court cases can contact Georgia Legal Services Program. They assist low-income people with divorce, custody, and protective orders at no cost. The State Bar of Georgia lawyer referral service covers Carroll County.

PeachCourt has guided form preparation for self-represented litigants. Some Carrollton family law attorneys offer free initial consultations. The Carroll County clerk office can point you to self-help resources. The University of West Georgia in Carrollton sometimes offers community legal resources through its pre-law program.

Private attorneys in Carrollton handle all types of family court cases. Fees vary based on the complexity. A simple uncontested divorce costs less than a contested case with custody and property disputes. Check with a few attorneys to compare costs.

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