Access Evans Family Court Records

Evans family court records are filed at the Columbia County Superior Court. Evans is a census-designated place in Columbia County, and all family law cases for Evans residents go through the clerk office on Ronald Reagan Drive.

Which County Handles Evans Family Court Cases

Evans family court records go through Columbia County. Evans is an unincorporated census-designated place, so there is no city government. Columbia County handles all services. The Augusta Judicial Circuit covers this county.

All Evans residents file family court cases at the Columbia County Superior Court. There is no split across county lines. Divorce, custody, child support, and protective order cases all go to the same clerk office. Evans sits near Augusta, but cases for Evans addresses go to Columbia County, not Richmond County.

Columbia County Superior Court Clerk

The Columbia County Superior Court clerk is Cassandra B. Johnson. Her office is at 640 Ronald Reagan Drive, Evans, GA 30809. Call (706) 312-7136 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, and protective orders for Evans and the rest of Columbia County.

Walk-in hours are Monday through Friday. Bring a valid ID. A case number helps speed up the search. If you only have a name, the clerk staff can still look up records for you. Certified copies carry the court seal and work for legal use. Plain copies cost less.

Since Evans is unincorporated, there is no municipal court. All court matters, from traffic cases to family law, go through the Columbia County court system. The courthouse on Ronald Reagan Drive is the main location for all filings.

Types of Family Court Records in Evans

Divorce is the most common type of family court record in Evans. A case starts when one spouse files a complaint at the Columbia County clerk office. Georgia law under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-2 requires at least one spouse to have lived in the state for six months before filing. The file holds the complaint, answer, temporary orders, and the final decree.

Child custody cases make up another large part of the docket. Under O.C.G.A. § 19-9-3, courts decide custody based on the child's best interest. Judges look at each parent's home, the child's school ties, and the child's wishes if old enough. Custody records include petitions, parenting plans, guardian ad litem reports, and final orders. These cases come up during divorce or as standalone actions between unmarried parents.

Protective orders fall under O.C.G.A. § 19-13-3. There is no fee to file one. The court can grant a temporary protective order the same day. A full hearing follows within 30 days. These records stay in the family court file at the Columbia County clerk office and are open to the public.

Adoption records exist in Evans too, but they are sealed under Georgia law. You need a court order to access them. The clerk office can tell you more about the process for sealed records.

Online Access to Evans Family Court Records

The GSCCCA search portal covers Columbia County and all 159 Georgia counties. You can look up Evans family court records by name or case number. A subscription is needed for full access. Basic searches let you see if a record exists.

The Odyssey eFileGA system lets attorneys file family court papers electronically. Pro se filers still need to submit papers in person at the courthouse. The PeachCourt portal offers guided interviews that help you fill out family law forms step by step.

You can also request copies by mail. Send your request to the Columbia County Superior Court Clerk at 640 Ronald Reagan Drive, Evans, GA 30809. Include the case number or full party names and a check for the copy fee. Call (706) 312-7136 first to check the current amount.

Child Support Services in Evans

The Georgia Division of Child Support Services helps Evans residents with support cases. Call 1-877-423-4746. DCSS sets up new orders, enforces existing ones, and handles modifications. They use wage garnishment, tax refund interception, and license suspension to collect past-due support.

Georgia uses the income shares model under O.C.G.A. § 19-6-26. Both parents' incomes go into a state worksheet that calculates the support amount. Health care and child care costs are factored in. If things change, file a modification petition at the Columbia County clerk office or ask DCSS to review your order.

Legal Resources for Evans Residents

Evans residents who need legal help with family court cases can contact Georgia Legal Services Program. They offer free help to low-income residents with divorce, custody, and protective orders. The State Bar of Georgia lawyer referral service covers Columbia County.

The PeachCourt portal helps with online form preparation for people filing on their own. Some family law attorneys in the Evans and Augusta area offer free initial consultations. The Columbia County clerk office can point you to self-help resources and explain the filing process.

Columbia County has grown a lot in recent years. The court sees more family law cases now than in the past. Private attorneys in the area handle all types of family cases. Fees depend on the complexity of the situation.

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