Cobb County Family Court Records

Cobb County family court records are managed by Clerk Rebecca Keaton at the Superior Court Clerk office in Marietta, Georgia. As one of the most populated counties in the state, Cobb County processes thousands of family law cases each year through the Cobb Judicial Circuit. The clerk office at 70 Haynes Street handles divorce, custody, child support, and protective order filings for all Cobb County residents.

Cobb County Superior Court Clerk

Rebecca Keaton serves as the Clerk of Superior Court for Cobb County. The main office is at 70 Haynes Street in Marietta. You can reach the general line at (770) 528-1300. For family court records, the civil division is at (770) 528-1216. The criminal division is at (770) 528-1246, and accounting is at (770) 528-1271. Court administration can be reached at (770) 528-1800.

Cobb County is huge. With over 750,000 residents, the court system handles a massive caseload. Family court records make up a big part of what the clerk office deals with every day. Divorce filings, custody disputes, child support orders, and protective order petitions all flow through this one office. The staff is large enough to handle the volume, but wait times can be longer than in smaller counties.

The Cobb County Superior Court Clerk website has detailed information about services, fees, and how to access records. It is one of the better county clerk websites in Georgia, with clear instructions for each type of filing.

Below is the Cobb County Superior Court Clerk's official website for family court records and other services.

Start here for Cobb County family court records information, including office hours, contact numbers, and online tools.

Cobb County Online Court Records Search

Cobb County has its own online records search portal. This is one of the best county-level search tools in Georgia. You can look up cases by name, case number, or date range. The system covers civil cases, which includes all family court matters like divorce, custody, and support orders.

The Cobb County search portal is separate from the statewide GSCCCA system. It gives more detailed results for Cobb County family court records specifically. You can see case numbers, filing dates, party names, and case status. Some documents may be viewable online depending on when they were filed.

The statewide GSCCCA search portal also includes Cobb County. Use it for a broader search across multiple counties or to look for deed and lien records alongside court filings. Between the county portal and the state system, Cobb County offers strong online access to family court records.

Here is the GSCCCA homepage, another resource for searching Cobb County family court records online.

The GSCCCA system works alongside the Cobb County portal to give you multiple ways to find family court records from home.

Divorce Cases in Cobb County

Cobb County processes a very high number of divorce filings each year. The petition, financial disclosures, settlement agreements, and final decree all become part of the Cobb County family court records. Uncontested divorces where both sides agree move through faster. Contested cases can drag on for months as the court sorts out property, custody, and support.

Filing for divorce in Cobb County starts at the clerk office on Haynes Street. You file the petition, pay the filing fee, and serve the other party. The case gets a number that you use to track it through the system. Cobb County family court records for divorce cases are public once finalized, and anyone can request copies.

The Odyssey eFileGA system allows electronic filing in Cobb County. If you file online, documents enter the system faster. The CourtTrax portal also lets you search Cobb County court data by name, which is handy for tracking a divorce case.

Custody Cases in Cobb County

Custody disputes are a huge part of the Cobb County family court docket. Under O.C.G.A. § 19-9-3, judges in Cobb County decide custody based on the child's best interest. They look at each parent's home life, work schedule, relationship with the child, and any history of violence or substance use. The child's wishes may also factor in if the child is old enough.

Cobb County family court records for custody cases include the initial petition, temporary orders, guardian ad litem reports, mediation outcomes, parenting plans, and the final order. The county's large population means many families go through this process. The court has dedicated family law judges who handle these cases regularly, which helps keep things moving.

Modifications to custody orders are common in Cobb County. If circumstances change, either parent can petition the court to adjust the arrangement. Those filings add to the family court record for that case.

Child Support in Cobb County

Child support orders are a major part of Cobb County family court records. Georgia calculates support using income shares guidelines under O.C.G.A. § 19-6-26. Both parents report income. The court factors in health insurance, daycare, and other costs to set the right amount. The order gets filed at the Cobb County clerk office.

The Georgia Division of Child Support Services works with Cobb County residents on enforcement and collection. When a parent falls behind, DCSS can garnish wages, intercept tax refunds, and suspend licenses. With the county's large population, DCSS handles a high number of Cobb County cases. They also process modification requests when income changes.

Cobb County family court records track every action related to child support, from the initial order through any modifications and enforcement steps. The records are stored at the clerk office in Marietta and can be accessed by the parties or the public.

Cobb County Protective Orders

Protective orders for family violence are filed at the Cobb County Superior Court at no charge. Under O.C.G.A. § 19-13-3, anyone facing abuse from a family or household member can petition for protection. Cobb County judges can issue a temporary order the same day when the threat is immediate. A full hearing follows within days.

The Georgia protective order page has the forms and steps to follow. Once the Cobb County court grants the order, it enters the statewide registry. Any law enforcement officer in Georgia can enforce it after that. Cobb County family court records for protective orders include the petition, temporary order, hearing transcript, and final ruling.

Cobb County has resources for victims of domestic violence, including advocacy groups and legal aid. The clerk office can point you toward these services if you need help filing a protective order or understanding the process.

Getting Copies of Cobb County Records

Visit the clerk office at 70 Haynes Street in Marietta to get copies of Cobb County family court records. Bring your ID and case details. The civil division at (770) 528-1216 handles family court record requests. Standard copies have a per-page fee. Certified copies cost more and include the court seal.

You can also use the Cobb County online search to find case information first, then request copies from the clerk. Mail requests are accepted too. Send a letter with party names, case type, and dates to the Cobb County Superior Court Clerk at the Marietta address. Include payment for the copy fees.

Cobb County family court records are public unless a judge has sealed them. You do not need to be a party to the case to request copies. The office processes a lot of requests, so allow some time if you are going in person during busy hours.

Cities in Cobb County

Cobb County includes several large cities in the metro Atlanta area. All family court cases for residents of these cities are filed at the Cobb County Superior Court in Marietta. The cities below have their own pages with local details.

Other communities in Cobb County include Acworth, Austell, and Powder Springs. All residents use the Cobb County courthouse in Marietta for family court records.

Nearby Counties

Cobb County sits in northwest metro Atlanta and borders several other large counties. Verify your case was filed in Cobb County before requesting records.