Kennesaw Family Court Records Search

Kennesaw family court records are filed at the Cobb County Superior Court in Marietta. Cobb County handles all family law cases for Kennesaw residents, including divorce, custody, and protective order filings.

Which County Handles Kennesaw Family Court Cases

Kennesaw sits in Cobb County. The Cobb County Superior Court handles all family law matters for Kennesaw residents. The courthouse is in Marietta, the county seat. The Cobb Judicial Circuit serves this county.

All of Kennesaw falls within Cobb County. There is no split across county lines. Every divorce, custody, and support case for a Kennesaw address goes to the same clerk office in Marietta. Under Georgia law, family cases must be filed where the defendant lives.

Cobb County Superior Court Clerk

The Cobb County Superior Court Clerk office is in Marietta. Call (770) 528-1300 to reach them. Staff can help you search for family court records, get copies, or file new cases. The clerk office keeps files for divorce, custody, child support, adoptions, and protective orders for all Cobb County cities, including Kennesaw.

Kennesaw residents need to go to Marietta for in-person visits. Bring a valid ID. A case number speeds up the search. Certified copies carry the court seal. Plain copies cost less but do not have the seal. Call ahead to check current copy fees.

The Kennesaw Municipal Court at 2529 J.O. Stephenson Ave handles city ordinance violations and traffic cases. It does not process family court matters. All family law filings must go through the Cobb County Superior Court in Marietta.

Types of Family Court Records in Kennesaw

Divorce records are the most common family court files for Kennesaw residents. A case starts when one spouse files a complaint at the Cobb 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 holds the complaint, answer, temporary orders, financial disclosures, and the final decree.

The final decree is what most people look for. It shows property division, custody terms, and support amounts. Georgia has a 30-day waiting period after filing before the court can grant a final decree. That gives both sides time to respond.

Child custody cases follow O.C.G.A. § 19-9-3. The best interest of the child is the legal standard. Judges look at each parent's home and work schedule, the child's school ties, and the child's wishes when mature enough. Custody records include petitions, parenting plans, evaluations, and final orders.

Protective orders under O.C.G.A. § 19-13-3 are free to file. The court can issue a temporary order on the same day you ask. A hearing within 30 days decides whether a longer order is needed. These records become part of the public court file at the Cobb County clerk office. Adoption records are sealed under Georgia law and need a court order to access.

Online Access to Kennesaw Family Court Records

The GSCCCA search portal covers Cobb County and all 159 Georgia counties. Search by name or case number. A subscription gives full access. This is the primary tool for finding Kennesaw family court records from home without going to the courthouse.

Cobb County may also offer its own online case search tool. Check the county court website for the latest options. The Odyssey eFileGA system lets attorneys file family court documents electronically in Cobb County. Pro se filers still need to submit papers in person.

The PeachCourt portal provides guided form preparation for family law cases. You can also request copies by mail. Send your letter to the Cobb County Superior Court Clerk in Marietta with the case number and a check for the fee. Call (770) 528-1300 to confirm the amount.

Child Support Services for Kennesaw

The Georgia Division of Child Support Services handles support enforcement for Kennesaw residents. Call 1-877-423-4746. DCSS sets up new orders, modifies existing ones, and enforces payment. They can garnish wages, intercept tax refunds, and suspend licenses for parents who do not pay.

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

Legal Resources for Kennesaw Residents

Georgia Legal Services Program helps low-income Kennesaw residents with family court matters. They handle divorce, custody, and protective order cases. The State Bar of Georgia runs a lawyer referral service that covers Cobb County.

PeachCourt has guided form preparation for self-represented litigants. Some Kennesaw area family law attorneys offer free initial consultations. The Cobb County clerk office can point you to local self-help resources. Cobb County is one of the larger counties in Georgia, so there are many attorneys who practice family law in the area.

For domestic violence cases, local advocacy groups can help with protective order filings and safety planning. Call the clerk office or the Cobb County DFCS office for referral information.

Nearby Cities

These cities are near Kennesaw. Some share Cobb County for filing. Click a city for its specific family court details.