Camden County Court Records Search
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Camden County is located in the southeastern corner of Georgia, with its county seat in Woodbine. The county’s court system operates within the Brunswick Judicial Circuit and includes a Superior Court, Magistrate Court, Probate Court, Juvenile Court, and three Municipal Courts spread across Woodbine, Kingsland, and St. Marys. The Clerk of Superior Court is the primary custodian of civil and criminal court records, while the Probate Court handles estate matters, vital records, and marriage licensing. This guide covers how to access, search, and request court records across all Camden County court divisions.
Georgia residents and the general public can locate court case information through a number of channels, including local clerk offices, public records portals, and statewide online tools. GeorgiaStateCourts.us offers a starting point for finding court resources and publicly available case data. In Camden County specifically, court records can be searched in person at the courthouse, through the county’s NextRequest open records portal, or through statewide databases maintained by the Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority. The approach you take will depend on the type of record and how quickly you need it.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Camden County?
Camden County court records can be searched and requested through online systems, in-person visits to the courthouse, or written requests submitted by mail.
Online Search Options
Several electronic tools are available for researching Camden County court cases:
- Camden County Open Records Portal: The county maintains a NextRequest Open Records Portal where the public can submit record requests or conduct searches. Note that this portal covers records held by Camden County Board of Commissioners offices. For criminal proceedings, traffic citations, divorces, or marriage licenses, you must contact the specific custodian office directly.
- GSCCCA Search: The Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) provides statewide search tools for real estate indexes, lien indexes, plat indexes, UCC filings, and notary records. An account may be required for certain searches.
- re:SearchGA: Georgia’s statewide e-Access to Court Records portal allows users to search court case records electronically. An account with the provider is required.
- Camden County Clerk of Superior Court: The Clerk’s website provides links to online court record resources and information about accessing civil and criminal files.
In-Person Access
The Camden County Courthouse is open Monday through Friday. Visitors can review case files and request copies at the Clerk of Superior Court’s office.
Camden County Superior Court — Clerk’s Office
Address: 210 East 4th Street, Woodbine, GA 31569
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 550, Woodbine, GA 31569
Phone: (912) 576-5631
Fax: (912) 576-5648
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Under O.C.G.A. §15-19-51, staff cannot provide legal advice. They can assist with locating records and processing requests.
Mail Requests
Written requests can be mailed to the Clerk of Superior Court at P.O. Box 550, Woodbine, GA 31569. Include the case number or names of parties, the type of document needed, and payment for applicable fees.
Copy and Certification Fees
Camden County’s document filing and copy fee schedule includes the following charges:
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Regular copies (unassisted, per page) | $0.50 |
| Regular copies (with assistance, per page) | $1.00 |
| Certified or exemplified copies (first page) | $2.50 |
| Each additional page (certified) | $0.50 |
| Electronic or faxed copies (first page) | $2.50 |
| Each additional page (electronic/fax) | $1.00 |
| Oversized copies (larger than 8.5" x 14") | $2.00 |
| Computer printouts (per page) | $2.50 |
| Clerk’s certification | $2.00 |
| Seal | $2.00 |
Are Court Records Public in Camden County?
Georgia law establishes a strong presumption of public access to government records. The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. §50-18-70 et seq.) requires that governmental agencies make their records available for public inspection and copying, and this extends to court records maintained by the Clerk of Superior Court and other custodian agencies.
Under Camden County’s open records process, the Office of the County Clerk will respond to requests within three business days. Fees are based on the hourly rate of the lowest-paid qualified employee, with no charge for the first 15 minutes. Letter or legal size copies cost $0.10 per page through the open records process. Where fees for particular records are set by other statutes, those specific fees apply.
Despite the broad access rules, several categories of court records are exempt from public disclosure:
- Juvenile court records
- Adoption case files
- Records from pending law enforcement investigations
- Attorney-client privileged communications
- Trade secrets
- Personal medical records
- National security information
- Security plans
- Records sealed by court order
Members of the public may inspect or copy non-exempt records at the courthouse or through the applicable office. All requests should include sufficient identifying information — case numbers, party names, or filing dates — to enable staff to locate the records efficiently.
Camden County Criminal Court Records
Criminal cases in Camden County are prosecuted by the Brunswick Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office and heard primarily in the Superior Court for felonies and the Magistrate Court for preliminary hearings, warrants, and certain misdemeanors. Municipal Courts in Kingsland, St. Marys, and Woodbine handle city ordinance violations.
Camden County District Attorney’s Office (Camden County location)
Address: 210 East 4th Street, Woodbine, GA 31569
Phone: (912) 576-3704
Criminal Case Records Through the Clerk
The Clerk of Superior Court maintains criminal case files including indictments, arraignment records, plea agreements, motions, evidence logs, sentencing orders, and appeal documents. Criminal records can be searched online through the GSCCCA or re:SearchGA platforms, or in person at the Clerk’s office.
The filing fee for general civil actions in Camden County Superior Court is $216.00, as referenced in O.C.G.A. §15-6-77(e)(2). Family violence actions carry no filing fee under O.C.G.A. §15-6-77(e)(4).
Camden County Sheriff’s Office
The Camden County Sheriff’s Office maintains arrest records, booking information, and incident reports. The Sheriff also maintains a Transparency Portal where certain records and updates are publicly available without a formal request.
For formal records requests, the Sheriff’s Office operates a separate open records portal through NextRequest.
Camden County Sheriff’s Office
Address: 209 East 4th Street, Woodbine, GA 31569
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 699, Woodbine, GA 31569
Phone: (912) 510-5100
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pardons and Record Restrictions
Individuals seeking pardons or restoration of rights may contact the Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles at 2 Martin Luther King, Jr., Drive SE, Atlanta, GA 30334, Phone: (404) 657-9450 Criminal records that have been sealed by court order are not available to the public.
Camden County Civil Court Records
Civil disputes in Camden County are adjudicated in the Superior Court for cases involving any dollar amount, and in the Magistrate Court for claims of $15,000 or less. The Magistrate Court functions as Georgia’s small claims court, allowing parties to pursue cases with or without an attorney.
Camden County Magistrate Court
Address: 210 East 4th Street, Woodbine, GA 31569
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 386, Woodbine, GA 31569
Phone: (912) 576-5658
Fax: (912) 576-7955
The Magistrate Court handles civil claims under $15,000, dispossessory (eviction) actions, writs of possession for personal property, and garnishments. Magistrate judges also issue criminal arrest and search warrants, set bonds, and hold preliminary hearings.
Superior Court Civil Records
The Clerk of Superior Court maintains all civil case files for the Superior Court, including complaints, answers, discovery materials, court orders, judgments, and post-judgment proceedings. The civil court information page on the county’s website provides links to online records searches and filing guidelines.
Filing Fees
| Action | Fee |
|---|---|
| General civil action (Superior Court) | $216.00 |
| Post-judgment proceedings (30+ days after judgment) | $58.00 |
| Transfer from Magistrate Court | $184.00 |
| Transfer from Probate Court | $175.00 |
| Transfer from Superior/State Court | $50.00 |
| Appeals from lower court | $216.00 |
| Tax assessment appeals | $25.00 |
| Subpoena | $5.00 |
| Sheriff’s service (general, per copy served) | $50.00 |
Property and Land Records
Real estate records, deeds, liens, mortgages, and plat maps recorded in Camden County are searchable through the GSCCCA real estate search portal. The Clerk of Superior Court’s office is responsible for recording property transfers and collecting transfer and intangible taxes. The county also provides a real estate search page linking to additional property record tools.
Camden County Family Court Records
Family law matters in Camden County — including divorce, child custody, child support, domestic violence protective orders, and adoption — are handled through the Superior Court. The Juvenile Court has concurrent jurisdiction in custody and child support cases, as well as exclusive jurisdiction over delinquency, deprivation, and unruly child matters.
Divorce Records
Divorce cases are filed in the Superior Court, and the case file includes the petition, financial disclosures, settlement agreements, parenting plans, and the final decree. Copies of divorce decrees can be obtained from the Clerk of Superior Court at 210 East 4th Street, Woodbine, GA 31569, Phone: (912) 576-5631 Requests should include party names or the case number for efficient retrieval. Divorce records are generally public, though the court may seal specific information to protect privacy.
Domestic Violence
Family violence protective order petitions carry no filing fee in Camden County under O.C.G.A. §15-6-77(e)(4).
Adoption Records
Adoption filings are processed through the Clerk of Superior Court. However, adoption records are confidential under Georgia law and are not accessible to the general public.
Juvenile Court
The Camden County Juvenile Court handles delinquency, deprivation, and unruly child cases, as well as cases involving the termination of parental rights.
Camden County Juvenile Court
Address: 303 East 4th Street, Woodbine, GA 31569
Phone: (912) 576-3226
Fax: (912) 576-5614
Juvenile court records are confidential and exempt from public disclosure under Georgia law.
Marriage Licenses and Records
Marriage licenses in Camden County are issued by the Probate Court. Applications can be started online or completed in person at the Probate Court office on the first floor of the Camden County Courthouse. The license fee is $76, reduced to $36 with a premarital counseling certification. Both applicants must present two forms of valid identification, and divorced or widowed applicants must provide a certified divorce decree or death certificate. Both parties must be at least 18 years of age. Certified copies of marriage certificates can be ordered through EZCourtPay.
Birth and Death Records
The Camden County Probate Court issues certified birth and death certificates for events that occurred anywhere in Georgia. Fees are $25.00 for the first certified copy and $5.00 for each additional copy ordered at the same time.
In-person requests are accepted at the Probate Court, 210 East 4th Street, Woodbine, from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Cash, credit card, debit card, or money order is accepted in person.
For mail requests:
- Birth certificates: Complete the birth certificate request form and mail with a money order to Probate Court, P.O. Box 818, Woodbine, GA 31569.
- Death certificates: Complete the death certificate request form and mail with a money order to the same address.
Vital records may also be obtained through the Georgia Department of Public Health, Vital Records Division.
Camden County Probate Court Records
The Camden County Probate Court has jurisdiction over estate administration, wills, guardianships, conservatorships, and certain other matters. The Probate Court also handles traffic citations, weapons carry licenses, and vital records.
Camden County Probate Court
Address: 210 East 4th Street, Woodbine, GA 31569
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 818, Woodbine, GA 31569
Phone: (912) 576-3785
Fax: (912) 576-5484
Types of Probate Records
Probate case files maintained by the court include:
- Wills admitted to probate
- Petitions for letters testamentary and letters of administration
- Estate inventories and annual returns
- Guardianship and conservatorship petitions and reports
- Year’s support applications
- Name change petitions
Searching Probate Records
Probate records can be searched online through the county’s Open Records Portal or through the GSCCCA for related real estate filings. In person, visitors may review files at the Probate Court office during regular business hours.
Requesting Copies
To obtain copies of probate records, submit a request in person or by mail to the Probate Court at the address above. Include the decedent’s name, date of death, or estate case number. Copy fees are set by the court and may vary by document type.
Guardianship and Conservatorship
The Probate Court processes guardianship and conservatorship petitions for minors and incapacitated adults. Standard forms for these proceedings are available through the Georgia Probate Court Standard Forms page maintained by the Supreme Court of Georgia. These include petitions for appointment, annual reports, inventory forms, and termination petitions.
Estate Administration
Estate administration in Camden County begins with a petition filed at the Probate Court. The court appoints a personal representative (executor or administrator), who is responsible for inventorying assets, notifying creditors, paying debts, and distributing the estate. When a will is contested, the case may be transferred to the Superior Court for resolution. Transfers from Probate Court to Superior Court carry a $175.00 fee.
For general questions about probate matters in Camden County, contact the Probate Court at (912) 576-3785 or visit the courthouse at 210 East 4th Street, Woodbine, GA 31569.