Greene County Family Court Records

Greene County family court records are stored at the Superior Court Clerk office in Greensboro, Georgia. The county falls under the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit, and all family law cases go through this one courthouse. If you need to find divorce filings, custody orders, child support records, or protective order cases in Greene County, the clerk office on North Main Street is the place to start. Records go back decades, and most are available to the public under Georgia law. Whether you visit in person or search online, Greene County makes accessing these records a straightforward process.

Greene County Superior Court Clerk

The Superior Court Clerk in Greene County is the keeper of all family court records. The office sits at 113 N. Main Street in Greensboro. You can call (706) 453-3340 for help with case lookups, filing questions, or to check on copy fees. Staff process divorce filings, custody petitions, support orders, and protective order requests.

Greene County is part of the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit, one of the larger circuits in terms of the number of counties it covers. Judges rotate through the circuit, but each county maintains its own set of records at the local clerk office. The Greensboro courthouse is the only location for Greene County family court records. Walk-in visits during business hours are the fastest way to get copies. Bring a photo ID and the case number if you have it. If you don't, give the clerk a name and they will search for matching cases. Certified copies carry the court seal and work for legal purposes, while plain copies are fine for personal use.

How to Find Greene County Family Records

The GSCCCA search portal is a good place to begin looking for Greene County family court records online. This statewide tool covers all 159 counties and lets you search by name, date range, or case type. A regular account runs $14.95 per month with a $0.50 charge per printed page. The portal shows case numbers, filing dates, and basic document info for many Greene County records.

For the full file, visit the clerk in Greensboro. Online tools do not always show every document, especially in older cases or those involving sealed records. Mail requests are another option. Send a letter to the clerk with the case details and a check for the fees. Call (706) 453-3340 to confirm the current fee schedule before mailing.

Greene County residents can also use the GSCCCA homepage to access tools like the Filing Activity Notification System, which alerts you when new filings hit the Greene County records.

Custody Cases in Greene County

Child custody is one of the most common family court matters in Greene County. Under O.C.G.A. § 19-9-3, the court looks at the best interest of the child when deciding custody. Factors include the home environment, the parent-child bond, and each parent's ability to provide care. A child who is 14 or older can choose which parent to live with, and the court generally follows that choice. Children between 11 and 13 get to share their preference, but the judge makes the call.

Greene County custody records include petitions, temporary orders, mediation reports, and final custody plans. These documents sit in the court file at the Greensboro clerk office. Most are public. Some details about the children may be restricted.

Greene County Child Support Records

Child support orders in Greene County use the income shares guidelines in O.C.G.A. § 19-6-26. Both parents report income. The court sets an amount based on the kids' needs, health care costs, and child care expenses. That order becomes part of the Greene County family court records.

If a parent falls behind, the Georgia Division of Child Support Services can step in. DCSS enforces orders through wage garnishment, tax refund seizure, and license suspension. Greene County residents can call 1-877-423-4746 to get help with an existing case or open a new one. Lobbies operate Tuesday through Thursday from 9 AM to 3 PM, with Monday and Friday by appointment only.

Note: Any change to a Greene County support order requires evidence of a substantial shift in either parent's financial situation.

Protective Orders Filed in Greene County

Family violence protective orders in Greene County are filed at the Superior Court in Greensboro. Under O.C.G.A. § 19-13-3, the filing is free. A temporary order can come through the same day when there is immediate danger. After a hearing, the judge can grant a final order that lasts up to one year and may be extended to three years.

The Georgia state portal has the forms and instructions for filing. Once the order is granted, it enters a statewide registry visible to law enforcement across Georgia. Greene County keeps these records at the clerk office, though some details may be held back to protect the person who filed.

The screenshot below shows the Georgia protective order information page, which provides guidance for Greene County residents seeking protection.

This state resource walks you through the steps to file a protective order in Greene County or any Georgia county.

Divorce and Adoption in Greene County

Divorce records in Greene County are public. At least one spouse must have lived in Georgia for six months before filing, per O.C.G.A. § 9-10-91. The case goes to the Superior Court in Greensboro. Both contested and uncontested divorces are handled here. For a divorce certificate separate from the court file, the Georgia Department of Public Health is the agency to contact.

Adoption records are sealed under O.C.G.A. § 19-8-2. Only parties to the adoption can request access, and a court order is typically needed. The Greene County clerk can confirm a case exists but will not release sealed details without a judge's approval. Attorneys can file family court documents through Odyssey eFileGA, though individuals in Greene County usually file in paper.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Greene County. Family court cases must be filed in the county where the parties live, so verify the address before filing or searching.