Search Tattnall County Family Court Records

Tattnall County family court records are filed and kept at the Superior Court Clerk office in Reidsville, Georgia. The Ogeechee Judicial Circuit covers this county for all family law cases.

Tattnall County Clerk of Superior Court

The clerk of Superior Court in Tattnall County is the main keeper of family court records. This office handles divorce filings, child custody cases, child support orders, and protective order requests. You can visit the office on North Main Street in Reidsville to look up records or ask for copies. Staff can help you find what you need if you have a case number or the names of the people in the case.

Family court records in Tattnall County go back many years. The clerk stores both active and closed case files. If you need a certified copy of a court order, bring a valid ID. Certified copies cost more than plain ones, but they carry the court seal. Many agencies and law firms ask for certified copies. Walk-in visits to the Tattnall County clerk office are the fastest way to get records, though phone calls work for basic case info.

Family Court Case Types in Tattnall County

Tattnall County Superior Court handles several types of family court records. Divorce is the most common. Georgia law says one spouse must live in the state for at least six months before filing. The case goes to the county where the other spouse lives, or the filing spouse's county if both agree. Tattnall County family court records for divorce include the petition, any settlement terms, and the final decree.

Child custody is another big part of the family court records in Tattnall County. Under O.C.G.A. § 19-9-3, the court looks at what is best for the child. A child who is 14 or older can say which parent they want to live with, and the court will usually follow that choice. Kids between 11 and 13 can share their wishes too, but the judge has more say. Tattnall County custody records show the full terms of each arrangement, including visitation and special conditions.

Protective orders also show up in Tattnall County family court records. Under O.C.G.A. § 19-13-3, a person can file for a temporary order that lasts up to 30 days. There is no fee to file. After a hearing, the judge may issue a final order that can last one to three years. These records are part of the public file in Tattnall County unless a judge seals them.

Searching Tattnall County Records Online

The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority runs a statewide search tool that covers Tattnall County. You can look up court records, real estate filings, and liens from one site. A regular account costs $14.95 per month. Each printed page is $0.50 extra. This tool lets you search by name or case number without going to Reidsville.

The GSCCCA search portal gives access to Tattnall County family court records along with all other Georgia counties. You can see how the portal looks below.

Search results show case numbers, filing dates, and document types. For full document images, you may need to pay a per-page fee or visit the Tattnall County clerk office in person. The system is useful for quick lookups when you know at least one party name.

Child Support Records in Tattnall County

Child support cases in Tattnall County fall under O.C.G.A. § 19-6-26. The court keeps jurisdiction over support orders, so the same court that made the order can change it later if things change. The Tattnall County clerk office has all child support records on file. The Georgia Division of Child Support Services also helps track and enforce payments across the state.

DCSS can help you open a new case, find a parent who has not paid, set up paternity, or change an existing order. Their toll-free number is 1-877-423-4746. Office lobbies are open Tuesday through Thursday from 9 AM to 3 PM. On Mondays and Fridays you need an appointment. For Tattnall County residents, DCSS handles enforcement while the Superior Court keeps the official family court records.

Tattnall County Adoption and Paternity Files

Adoption records in Tattnall County are sealed. Georgia law does not allow public access. You need a court order to see them. O.C.G.A. § 19-8-2 gives the Superior Court power over adoption cases, so all adoption files sit at the clerk office in Reidsville. You cannot walk in and ask for them the way you can with divorce or custody files.

Paternity cases are different. These family court records in Tattnall County are generally public. A paternity filing says who the legal father is. This matters for child support, custody, and inheritance. The Georgia Putative Father Registry is a state resource for men who want to protect their rights if a child may be placed for adoption.

Attorneys can file family court documents through Odyssey eFileGA. The system works around the clock and sends updates by email once the Tattnall County clerk processes the documents.

Getting Copies of Tattnall County Court Orders

You can get copies of family court records from the Tattnall County clerk in a few ways. Walk in to the office at 108 N. Main Street in Reidsville. Bring the case number or the full names of the people involved. Staff will pull the file and make copies. Certified copies carry the court seal and clerk signature. Plain copies cost less but may not work for legal matters.

Mail requests are also fine. Send a letter to the Tattnall County clerk with the case details, your return address, and a check for the copy fees. Call (912) 557-6716 first to find out the current rates. Processing takes longer by mail. For family court records with sensitive details, the clerk may need to check what can be released before making copies.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Tattnall County. Family court records must be filed in the right county, so check the address where the parties live before filing.