Butts County Court Records Search

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    Butts County, Georgia operates a multi-court judicial system that generates records spanning criminal prosecutions, civil disputes, family law matters, probate proceedings, and real estate transactions. The Butts County Clerk of Superior Court maintains the county's judicial, real estate, and administrative files. All courts have relocated to the Butts County Judicial Center in Jackson, which now serves as the central hub for public access to county court records.

    If you're searching for Butts County court records, you have several options — official clerk offices, designated courthouse terminals, and online tools maintained by state agencies. GeorgiaStateCourts.us can help you locate publicly available court case information filed in Butts County and other Georgia jurisdictions. The Judicial Council of Georgia's E-Access to Court Records portal also provides online case lookup, though an account is required to view results.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Butts County?

    Finding a court case in Butts County depends on the record type and how much detail you need. The following options are available to the public.

    Online Search

    The Clerk of Superior Court provides a case management search tool that allows users to look up civil and criminal case dockets from any device. For property and real estate records, the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) portal offers statewide access to deeds, liens, plats, and UCC filings. Georgia's statewide E-Access court records portal covers case information from additional courts but requires users to create a free account before searching.

    In-Person Access

    All Butts County courts are now located in the Judicial Center at 625 West Third Street, Jackson, Georgia 30233. You can visit the Clerk of Superior Court's office to search case indexes, review files, and obtain copies.

    Butts County Clerk of Superior Court
    Address: 625 West Third Street, Suite 10, Jackson, GA 30233
    Mailing Address: P.O. Box 320, Jackson, GA 30233
    Phone: (770) 775-8215
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

    Written Requests

    Open records requests for county government records — distinct from court case files — may be submitted using Butts County's open records request form. Under the Georgia Open Records Act, O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, government agencies must respond within three business days. For Superior Court case records specifically, direct your request to the Clerk's office by mail, in person, or by phone at (770) 775-8215. Payment is accepted in cash, check, money order, or by Visa, Mastercard, or Discover.

    Are Court Records Public in Butts County?

    Under Georgia law, court records in Butts County are presumptively open to the public. Uniform Superior Court Rule 21 guarantees access to pleadings, orders, motions, and evidence filed with the court. The Georgia Open Records Act, O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72, provides the broader framework for public access to government records, including judicial filings.

    A court record can be sealed only after a formal motion, public notice, an opportunity for hearing, and a written court order finding that privacy or safety concerns clearly outweigh the public's right of access. Recognized exemptions under Rule 21 and O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72 include:

    • Records whose disclosure could endanger public safety, facilitate terrorism, or compromise security infrastructure (such as vulnerability assessments or security protocols)
    • Feasibility studies, bid documents, and appraisals for government property acquisitions where premature release could harm the transaction
    • Records involving organized youth sports activities for children aged 12 and under
    • Discovery materials exchanged between parties that have not been admitted into evidence
    • Juvenile court records, which remain confidential under separate statutory protections
    • Expunged or sealed criminal records restricted by court order

    Outside these categories, Butts County court records are open for inspection and copying during regular office hours at the respective court.

    Butts County Criminal Court Records

    The Butts County Clerk of Superior Court's Criminal Division files and maintains all felony and misdemeanor criminal cases in the county. This includes indictments, accusations, arrest warrants, bond forfeiture proceedings, Grand Jury presentments, and all related pleadings. The office also processes appeals from lower courts and transmits appellate records to the Georgia Court of Appeals and the Georgia Supreme Court.

    Searching Criminal Records

    The Clerk's online case management system provides public access to criminal case docket information. In-person searches at the Clerk's office at 625 West Third Street, Suite 10, remain an option for more detailed review of case files. Basic criminal case information — including charges and court dates — is available to the public through a standard records request.

    Comprehensive Criminal History Records

    Full criminal history records, commonly called background checks, are not available to the general public. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, complete criminal histories are accessible only to the subject of the record, law enforcement agencies, and certain authorized entities. Individuals seeking their own criminal history may contact the Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC), which operates by appointment only for fingerprint services and record inspections. The GCIC appointment line is (404) 244-2639, option 1.

    Arrest Records and the Sheriff's Office

    The Butts County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency in the county. Arrest records held by the Sheriff may be requested through a public records request. Note that the Commissioner's Office does not hold court records or criminal history records — those must be obtained from the Clerk of Court or the appropriate law enforcement agency directly.

    Probation contacts:

    • Felony Probation: Department of Community Supervision, 700 Legacy Park Drive, Barnesville, GA 30204, (770) 358-5112
    • Misdemeanor Probation: JAG Probation, 730-B E. Third Street, Jackson, GA 30233, (770) 504-0340

    Butts County Civil Court Records

    Civil case records in Butts County are maintained by two courts depending on the amount in controversy and the nature of the dispute.

    Superior Court — Civil Division

    The Butts County Clerk of Superior Court's Civil Division handles civil actions above the Magistrate Court's threshold and all domestic relations matters. Civil actions handled by the Superior Court include divorce, legal separation, and annulments; legitimation and paternity; child custody and visitation; adoptions; garnishments and foreign judgment enforcement; family violence and stalking protective orders; name changes; and habeas corpus petitions.

    The standard filing fee for most civil actions is $218.00, plus $50.00 per each Sheriff's Entry of Service. Payments are accepted by cash, check, money order, Visa, Mastercard, or Discover. Copies of civil records are available at $0.10 per page; certified copies carry an additional certification fee.

    Magistrate Court — Small Civil Claims

    The Butts County Magistrate Court handles non-domestic civil suits with a value up to $15,000, as well as evictions (dispossessory actions), wage garnishments, arrest warrant applications, and bad check warrants.

    Butts County Magistrate Court
    Address: 625 West Third Street, Suite 11, Jackson, GA 30233
    Phone: (770) 775-8220
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

    Both courts' case records can be accessed through the Clerk's online case management search and in person at the Judicial Center. For property-related records such as deeds, liens, and mortgages, the GSCCCA online portal provides remote access; copies are $0.50 per page with a $2.50 certification fee.

    Butts County Family Court Records

    Family law matters in Butts County are filed in the Superior Court and administered through the Clerk of Superior Court's Civil Division. The following case types fall under family court jurisdiction: dissolution of marriage (divorce) and legal separation; child custody, visitation, and support modifications; paternity and legitimation actions; adoptions (confidential by court rule); family violence and stalking protective orders; termination of parental rights; and name changes.

    Divorce Records

    Divorce filings and final decrees are maintained by the Clerk of Superior Court. To locate a specific divorce case, provide the full names of both parties and the approximate filing or judgment year. The Clerk's case management search is a useful starting point for confirming whether a case exists before submitting a formal copy request. The standard civil filing fee of $218.00 applies to new divorce petitions, plus $50.00 per Sheriff's Entry of Service.

    Marriage Records

    Marriage licenses in Butts County are issued and maintained by the Butts County Probate Court. Applications may be filed online or in person at the Probate Court during regular office hours. Key requirements include:

    • Both applicants must appear in person simultaneously with valid photo ID
    • Proof of age is required (must be 18 or older); acceptable documents include a driver's license, birth certificate, or passport
    • Applicants previously divorced must provide a certified copy of the final divorce decree
    • The basic marriage license fee is $56.00; reduced to $16.00 for applicants who complete a qualifying premarital education program under O.C.G.A. § 19-3-30
    • Certified copies of the marriage certificate are $10.00 each

    After the ceremony, the officiant must return the completed license to the Probate Court within 30 days. Certified copies can then be obtained for $10.00 each. Marriage records can also be searched statewide through the Georgia Probate Records database.

    Butts County Probate Court
    Address: 625 West Third Street, Suite 9, Jackson, GA 30233
    Phone: (770) 775-8204
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

    Juvenile Court

    The Butts County Juvenile Court handles delinquency and dependency matters. Juvenile records are confidential and not available to the general public.

    Butts County Juvenile Court
    Address: 625 West Third Street, Suite 6, Jackson, GA 30233
    Phone: (678) 774-8595

    Butts County Probate Court Records

    The Butts County Probate Court has exclusive jurisdiction over wills, estates, and guardianships in the county, with court records dating back to 1826 maintained in the court vault. Most probate records are public, and you're welcome to conduct research during regular office hours at the Probate Court.

    Wills and Estate Administration

    Under Georgia law, when a person dies owning solely-held assets, the estate must typically pass through probate to transfer title. The Probate Court oversees formal and informal estate proceedings and the probate of wills. If you wish to file your Last Will and Testament for safekeeping with the Butts County Probate Court during your lifetime, the court charges a $15.00 fee. Importantly, wills filed for safekeeping are not public records and may only be withdrawn by the testator or their authorized personal representative.

    Searching Probate Records

    Filed estate cases can be searched online through the Georgia Probate Records database, which the Probate Court uses to provide public access to estate filings. Guardianship records can be searched through the guardianship search portal, and wills through the wills search portal. For records not yet added to the online system, an in-person visit to the Probate Court during office hours will be necessary.

    Probate Court Jurisdiction

    Beyond estate matters, the Butts County Probate Court also handles appointment of guardians for incapacitated adults and minors; involuntary commitment for mental illness and substance abuse treatment; issuance of firearm licenses; vital records (birth, marriage, and death certificates); and traffic court for the county.

    For current filing fee schedules and specific probate forms, contact the Probate Court directly at (770) 775-8204 or through the Butts County Probate Court website.