Bulloch County Court Records Search
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Bulloch County, part of Georgia’s Ogeechee Judicial Circuit, is home to a comprehensive court system based in the county seat of Statesboro. Court records generated by Bulloch County courts encompass a wide range of legal documentation, from criminal indictments and civil complaints to probate petitions and family law filings. Whether you need a copy of a divorce decree, want to verify the status of a civil lawsuit, or need to research a property deed, this guide explains where to go, what to expect, and how much it may cost.
Residents and members of the public looking for Georgia court case information can begin with the resources maintained by the Judicial Council of Georgia through GeorgiaStateCourts.us. From there, the state judiciary’s E-Access to Court Records page directs users toward online case-search tools. Beyond digital portals, records can also be obtained by contacting the clerk’s office at the court where the case was heard, visiting the courthouse in person, or submitting a written request by mail or email.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Bulloch County?
Bulloch County maintains several courts, each with its own record-keeping responsibilities. The method you use to find a case depends on the court that handled it and the age of the records.
Online Search Options
The Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) operates statewide indexes that are especially useful for property-related filings. These include the Real Estate Deed Index, the Lien Index, and the Plat Index. All three allow free searches by name, property description, or instrument type across Georgia counties, including Bulloch.
For Superior Court and State Court civil and criminal case records, the state’s re:SearchGA platform provides electronic case information for participating counties. An eFileGA account is required to log in. Electronic filing of civil and criminal matters in Bulloch County’s Superior and State Courts is available through PeachCourt, and real estate documents can be e-filed through the GSCCCA eFiling portal.
In-Person and Written Requests
For records not available online, the primary custodian is the Bulloch County Clerk of Courts, who maintains files for the Superior Court, State Court, and Juvenile Court. Requests can be made in person during business hours, or by email to clerkinfo@bullochcounty.net with as much identifying information as possible (party name, case number, or book and page reference). Written requests processed by the clerk’s office typically take three to five business days. When mailing a request, include a self-addressed stamped envelope and the applicable copy fee.
Bulloch County Court Directory
| Court | Address | Phone | Fax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Superior Court (Ogeechee Judicial Circuit) | 20 Siebald Street, Statesboro, GA 30458 | (912) 764-9009 | (912) 764-5953 |
| State Court | 2 North Main Street, Statesboro, GA 30458 | (912) 764-8605 | (912) 489-1730 |
| Juvenile Court | 20 Siebald Street, Statesboro, GA 30458 | (912) 764-9009 | (912) 764-5953 |
| Probate Court | 2 North Main Street, 1st Floor, Statesboro, GA 30458 | (912) 489-8749 | (912) 764-8740 |
| Magistrate Court | 101 Oak Street, P.O. Box 1004, Statesboro, GA 30459 | (912) 764-6458 | (912) 489-6731 |
| Municipal Court of Statesboro | 22 West Grady Street, Statesboro, GA 30458 | (912) 764-7574 | (912) 764-8208 |
| Municipal Court of Brooklet | 104 Church Street, P.O. Box 67, Brooklet, GA 30415 | (912) 842-9911 | — |
| Municipal Court of Portal | P.O. Box 89, Portal, GA 30450 | (912) 865-2561 | — |
| Municipal Court of Register | 37 Foster Road, P.O. Box 260, Register, GA 30452 | (912) 488-2424 | — |
The Clerk of Courts office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Probate Court accepts walk-ins from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with appointments available until 3:30 p.m. The Magistrate Court staff is available 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on regular business days.
Are Court Records Public in Bulloch County?
Georgia law creates a strong presumption of openness for court records. The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 et seq.) declares that public records shall be open for personal inspection and copying. In addition, Rule 21 of the Uniform Rules of the Superior Courts states that all court records are public and available for inspection unless access is limited by law or by a specific court procedure.
Despite this broad openness, certain categories of records are restricted or exempt from public disclosure:
- Juvenile delinquency proceedings and records
- Sealed or expunged case files
- Grand jury proceedings
- Adoption records
- Medical and mental health records of parties
- Information identifying confidential informants or witnesses in criminal cases
- Records relating to victims of sexual assault or domestic violence
- Trade secrets and proprietary business information
- Active law enforcement investigation files
When a court order restricts access, any interested person may petition to lift that restriction following the procedure described in Rule 21 of the Uniform Superior Court Rules. The motion must articulate a basis for unsealing and is subject to judicial review.
Copy and Certification Fees (Clerk of Courts)
The Bulloch County Clerk’s office charges the following for document reproduction, as set out in the county’s cost schedule:
- Uncertified copy (no staff assistance): $0.50 per page
- Uncertified copy (staff assistance required): $1.00 per page
- Certified or exemplified copy, first page: $2.50
- Each additional page after the first (certified): $0.50
- Oversize copy (larger than 8½" × 14"): $2.00 per page
- Computer printout: $2.50 per page or equivalent
- Faxed or electronic copy, first page: $2.50; each additional page: $1.00
Bulloch County Criminal Court Records
Criminal cases in Bulloch County are divided between two trial courts. Felonies and serious offenses are prosecuted in the Superior Court, while misdemeanors (punishable by up to 12 months in jail and a fine of up to $1,000, or $5,000 for aggravated misdemeanors) and traffic offenses in unincorporated areas are handled by the State Court of Bulloch County. The Clerk of Courts maintains the criminal dockets for both courts.
Searching Criminal Case Records
- Contact the Clerk of Courts at (912) 764-9009 or email clerkinfo@bullochcounty.net with the defendant’s name and any available case identifiers.
- Visit the clerk’s office at 20 Siebald Street during business hours to inspect case files.
- Use the state’s re:SearchGA portal for electronic case information where available.
- Pay traffic citations online through the Five Point Payments portal.
Criminal Background Checks
The Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office conducts local criminal background checks for a fee of $20. Requesting a background check requires:
- The subject’s full name, date of birth, and address
- A valid government-issued photo ID
- A signed Consent/Inquiry Form from the person whose record is being checked
Submit the completed form, identification, and payment in person or by email to openrecords@bullochsheriff.com at:
Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office
17257 Highway 301 North
Statesboro, GA 30458
Phone: (912) 764-8888
For statewide criminal history maintained by the Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC), disclosure and dissemination are governed by O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation processes fingerprint-based background checks for employment and licensing purposes, and records restriction is available under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37 with prosecutorial approval.
Criminal Filing Fees
The cost schedule effective July 1, 2025, applies the general civil filing rate of $218 to criminal appeals transferred from lower courts. Sheriff’s service fees for criminal matters include $50 per copy served, $20 for taking bonds, and $20 for search and return of nulla bona.
Bulloch County Civil Court Records
Civil disputes in Bulloch County may be filed in the Superior Court, the State Court, or the Magistrate Court, depending on the nature and amount in controversy.
- Superior Court: General jurisdiction over civil cases with no dollar limit, equity matters, and cases involving title to land.
- State Court: Civil suits seeking money damages with no cap on the amount in controversy, plus traffic matters in unincorporated areas.
- Magistrate Court: Civil jurisdiction over claims up to $15,000, dispossessory actions (evictions), garnishments, and writs of possession. Magistrate Court cannot hear divorce cases, equity claims, or land-title disputes.
Civil Filing Fees (Effective July 1, 2025)
| Filing Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil action, modification, or garnishment (Superior or State Court) | $218.00 |
| Adoption | $218.00 |
| Family violence petition | No fee |
| Appeal from Magistrate or Probate Court (to Superior Court) | $218.00 |
| Tax assessment appeal | $25.00 |
| Condemnation or bond validation action | At conclusion, in addition to general civil costs |
| Subpoena | $5.00 |
| Sheriff’s service (per copy served) | $50.00 |
| Magistrate Court civil filing (one defendant) | $100.00 |
| Each additional defendant at same address (Magistrate) | $15.00 |
| Service for each additional defendant at a different address (Magistrate) | $50.00 |
Civil e-filing for Superior and State Court matters is available through PeachCourt. The Clerk of Courts office also provides court forms and documents for parties who wish to file on their own. However, the clerk’s office cannot provide legal advice or help complete forms.
Property Records
The Clerk of Courts files, records, and indexes all documents related to real estate and personal property transactions in Bulloch County. Recording fees include:
- Deeds and real estate instruments: $25.00
- Cancellation, satisfaction, or release: $25.00 each
- Plats: $10.00
- UCC financing statement (UCC-1): $25.00
- UCC amendment (UCC-3): $25.00
Statewide property searches are available through the GSCCCA’s Real Estate Deed Index (records from January 1, 1999, onward) and the Lien Index (operational since January 1, 2004). For property tax records, assessments, and parcel data, contact the Bulloch County Tax Commissioner at (912) 764-6285 or email propertytax@bullochcounty.net. The Tax Assessor’s Office also provides an online parcel search through qPublic.
Bulloch County Family Court Records
Family law matters in Bulloch County are handled primarily through the Superior Court (divorce, custody, child support, adoption) and the Probate Court (marriage licenses, guardianships). The State Court does not have domestic relations jurisdiction, and the Magistrate Court cannot hear divorce cases.
Divorce Records
Divorce cases must be filed with the Clerk of the Superior Court in the county where one spouse has resided for at least six months. The current filing fee for a divorce action is $218 (classified under general civil actions effective July 1, 2025). Self-represented litigants can find standard divorce forms on the Judicial Council of Georgia’s website or through the Clerk of Courts’ forms page. An Affidavit of Indigence may be filed to request a fee waiver for those unable to afford the cost.
To obtain a copy of an existing divorce record, contact the Clerk of Courts:
Clerk of Superior, State, and Juvenile Court of Bulloch County
20 Siebald Street
Statesboro, GA 30458
Phone: (912) 764-9009
Email: clerkinfo@bullochcounty.net
Certified copies of divorce decrees cost $2.50 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page. In-person requests require a valid photo ID.
Marriage Records
Marriage licenses are issued by the Bulloch County Probate Court by appointment only. Applications must be submitted online through georgiaprobaterecords.com, after which applicants call (912) 489-8749 to schedule an appointment (accepted 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.).
- License fee: $76.00
- Fee with premarital education certificate: $36.00
- Certified copy of marriage record: $10.00; each additional copy requested simultaneously: $5.00
Both parties must be at least 18 years old (a 17-year-old may qualify only with a certified juvenile-court emancipation order, a 15-day waiting period, an age-gap limitation, and completion of premarital education). Georgia no longer permits marriage for anyone under 17 or parental consent in lieu of age requirements. Applicants must present valid photo identification and, if applicable, a certified divorce decree or death certificate from a prior marriage.
Birth and Death Records
The Bulloch County Health Department issues certified birth and death certificates for events recorded in the county. Vital records are restricted documents available only to eligible individuals (the registrant, immediate family members, or persons with a legitimate legal interest). Photo ID is required.
- Fee: $25.00 for the first certified copy; $5.00 for each additional copy at the same time
- Request forms: Request for Search of Birth and Request for Search of Death Record
- Submit in person or by mail to:
Bulloch County Health Department
1 West Altman Street
P.O. Box 2009
Statesboro, GA 30459
Phone: (912) 764-5969
Certificates can also be ordered online through the Georgia Department of Public Health’s ROVER system for a $25 fee per copy, though processing may take up to 10 weeks.
Bulloch County Probate Court Records
The Bulloch County Probate Court, presided over by Judge Lorna Deloach, handles the administration of decedent estates, probate of wills, appointment of guardians and conservators, involuntary commitment hearings, land-line disputes, and certain probable-cause hearings. The court is located on the first floor of the courthouse at 2 North Main Street in Statesboro.
Types of Probate Matters
The court’s jurisdiction covers several distinct proceedings, each with its own filing requirements:
- Estate administration: When a Georgia resident dies, petitions for probate (testate estates) or administration (intestate estates) are filed in the county of the decedent’s residence. Standard forms are available through the Council of Probate Judges via the Judicial Council of Georgia website.
- Guardianships of minors: The Probate Court may appoint temporary or permanent guardians for minors who have no living parents or whose parents consent or fail to properly provide care. Temporary guardianship does not terminate parental rights and grants the guardian authority to consent to medical treatment and school enrollment.
- Adult guardianships and conservatorships: For adults incapacitated by physical or mental illness, the court appoints guardians (who make personal-care decisions) and conservators (who manage income and property). Conservators must be bonded and file annual financial accountings, which the court may audit.
- Minor conservatorships: When a minor inherits money, receives a personal-injury award, or is the beneficiary of life insurance or retirement benefits, a conservator may be appointed to manage those assets under court supervision.
Requesting Probate Records
To request records from completed or pending probate proceedings, contact the Probate Court directly:
Bulloch County Probate Court
2 North Main Street, 1st Floor
P.O. Box 1005
Statesboro, GA 30459
Phone: (912) 489-8749
Fax: (912) 764-8740
Email: bcprobatecourt@bullochcounty.net
Appointments are required to file new petitions. Walk-in services for copies and general inquiries are available during office hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday).
Probate Court Fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Certified copy | $10.00 |
| Abstract fee | $10.00 |
| Will deposit (no estate filing) | $15.00 |
| Notary public services | $4.00 per stamp with notary certification |
Estate administration filing fees, guardianship petition costs, and bond requirements vary by case complexity and asset value. Background checks may be required for conservators and some guardians before appointment. Contact the Probate Court for a current detailed fee schedule, as additional court costs and attorneys’ fees may apply depending on the proceeding.