Fulton County Court Records Search
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Fulton County is the most populous county in Georgia and home to the City of Atlanta, which places it at the center of one of the busiest judicial systems in the state. Multiple courts operate within the county — Superior Court, State Court, Magistrate Court, and Probate Court — each with distinct jurisdiction over categories of criminal, civil, family, and probate matters. The Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Courts serves as the primary custodian of judicial records for most case types, while the Probate Court and certain county agencies maintain their own separate record sets. Understanding which office holds the record you need, and how that office processes requests, is the first step toward a successful search.
Georgia residents and members of the public can locate Fulton County court records through several channels. The Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Courts maintains an online eServices platform with portals for searching magistrate, state, and superior court case information. The statewide re:SearchGA portal provides cross-jurisdictional access to electronic court records at participating Georgia courts. GeorgiaStateCourts.us offers additional directories, forms, and court-contact resources that may help identify the appropriate court or record type. Beyond these online tools, records can be inspected in person at clerk’s offices and courthouse public-access terminals during business hours, or requested by mail with the proper documentation and fees.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Fulton County?
Fulton County provides both online and in-person options for locating case information. The search method you use depends on the court that handled the matter, whether you know the case number, and whether you need official copies or simply want to confirm basic docket data.
Online Searches
The Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Courts operates the eServices platform, which consolidates several search tools:
- Magistrate, State, and Superior Court records — Search through the Tyler Odyssey portal by party name or case number. Registration may be required.
- Georgia Real Estate and Notary Records — Search deed, lien, and UCC filings through the Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) database.
- Civil and Criminal eFiling portals — Registered users can search and electronically file through the Odyssey eFileGA system.
The statewide re:SearchGA portal also permits registered users to look up court case information across participating Georgia courts, including Fulton County.
In-Person Searches
Walk-in searches can be conducted at any of the three Clerk’s Office locations during business hours. Bring a valid photo ID and any known case details (party names, case number, approximate filing date). Public-access terminals are available for self-service lookups.
| Location | Address | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis R. Slaton Courthouse (Downtown) | 136 Pryor St., Suite C155 J2-101, Atlanta, GA 30303 | Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. |
| North Service Center | 7741 Roswell Rd., Suite 253, Atlanta, GA 30350 | Mon–Fri, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (closed 1:00–2:00 p.m.) |
| South Service Center | 5600 Stonewall Tell Rd., Room 219B, College Park, GA 30349 | Mon–Fri, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (closed 1:00–2:00 p.m.) |
Phone for all locations: (404) 613-5313
Copy Fees (Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Courts)
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Uncertified copy (self-service, no staff assistance) | $0.50 per page |
| Uncertified copy (with staff assistance) | $1.00 per page |
| Certified / Exemplified copy — first page | $2.50 |
| Certified / Exemplified copy — each additional page | $0.50 |
| Computer-generated copies of public records | $2.50 per page |
| Faxed or electronic copy — first page | $2.50 |
| Faxed or electronic copy — each additional page | $1.00 |
| Records search | $15.00 per search |
| Individual criminal record search | $2.00 per search |
Open Records Requests
Members of the public may also submit a formal request through the Fulton County Open Records Center, which routes inquiries to the appropriate county department. Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-71, agencies must respond within three business days of receiving a request.
Are Court Records Public in Fulton County?
Georgia operates under a strong presumption of public access to government records. The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 et seq.) declares that all public records — documents, data, photographs, and computer-generated information created, received, or maintained by a government agency — shall be open for personal inspection and copying. Court records filed in Fulton County courts fall squarely within this definition.
However, certain categories are exempt from public disclosure by statute or court order. Records that may be restricted in Fulton County include:
- Juvenile proceedings — Records involving minors are generally confidential under Georgia law.
- Sealed first-offender cases — Completed first-offender dispositions may be sealed and retroactively restricted from public view.
- Certain misdemeanor convictions — Convictions for individuals under 21 at the time of the offense may qualify for restriction.
- Arrest records where charges were dismissed or resulted in acquittal — Eligible individuals may petition for record restriction.
- Specific non-violent felony convictions — Depending on the offense and the defendant’s criminal history, some records may qualify for restriction.
- Records sealed by court order — A judge may order records sealed in specific cases for cause.
Individuals who believe they are eligible for record restriction may submit a Record Restriction Request Form to the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office.
When fulfilling open-records requests, county agencies may charge for copying at $0.10 per page and may assess administrative costs for search and retrieval time if the process exceeds fifteen minutes. These charges are governed by O.C.G.A. § 50-18-71©. The first ten pages and the first fifteen minutes of staff time are generally provided at no charge for Sheriff’s Office requests.
Fulton County Criminal Court Records
Criminal matters in Fulton County are divided between the Superior Court, which has jurisdiction over felonies and cases requiring a jury trial, and the State Court, which handles misdemeanors and certain traffic offenses. The Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Courts maintains the official criminal case files for Superior Court matters, while the State Court Clerk maintains misdemeanor records.
Searching Criminal Court Records Online
The Clerk’s eServices platform provides access to criminal case information through the Odyssey portal. To search:
- Navigate to the portal and log in (or register for an account).
- Select the appropriate court (Superior, State, or Magistrate).
- Enter the defendant’s name or case number.
- Review results for docket entries, hearing dates, charges, and disposition.
The eFileGA system also allows registered users to search criminal filings. After creating an account, use the Case Search function, enter the court location and case number or party name, and select from the results.
In-Person Criminal Records
Criminal case files can be inspected at the downtown courthouse. An individual criminal record search through the Clerk’s office costs $2.00 per search. Certified copies are $2.50 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page.
Sheriff’s Office Records
Arrest records, booking reports, and incident reports are maintained by the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, not the court. Requests should be submitted through the Fulton County Open Records Center. The Sheriff’s Office charges $0.10 per page for copies (the first ten pages at no charge) and may assess hourly administrative charges for requests that exceed fifteen minutes of staff time.
Fulton County Sheriff’s Office
Address: 185 Central Ave. SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: (404) 612-5100
Email: info@fultonsheriff.net
State Criminal History
For a comprehensive Georgia criminal history report, contact the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) Crime Information Center. Personal criminal history requests require fingerprinting and a fee payable to GCIC. Appointments can be made by calling (404) 244-2639 (option 1).
Fulton County Civil Court Records
Civil cases in Fulton County are heard across multiple courts. The Superior Court handles general civil actions exceeding Magistrate Court jurisdictional limits, cases involving equity, and matters such as title disputes and injunctions. The Magistrate Court adjudicates small claims, landlord-tenant disputes, and civil claims within its monetary jurisdiction. The State Court also handles certain civil matters.
Searching Civil Records
Online searches for civil case information are available through the Clerk’s eServices platform. The Civil eFiling portal allows registered users to search for and electronically file civil documents. You may also use the Odyssey portal to search Superior Court and Magistrate Court civil records by party name or case number.
To request copies of civil records, you may:
- Visit the Clerk’s office at the downtown courthouse (136 Pryor St. SW, Room C-155, Atlanta, GA 30303) during business hours with valid identification and the case number.
- Submit a written mail request with the case number, party names, and a check or money order covering the applicable fees.
- Use the Acquire Copies service on the Clerk’s website.
Filing Fees
| Action | Fee |
|---|---|
| General civil action | $218.00 |
| Divorce filing | $223.00 |
| Adoption filing | $218.00 |
| Post-judgment filing | $58.00 |
| Subpoena | $5.00 |
| Process server | $58.00 |
Real Estate and Property Records
Deeds, liens, and other instruments affecting real property are recorded with the Clerk of Superior Court and searchable through the GSCCCA statewide database. Recording fees for real-estate instruments are $25.00 per filing. Plats, maps, and floor plans cost $10.00 per page to record. The Clerk also offers Real Estate eRecording for electronic submissions.
Fulton County Family Court Records
The Family Division of the Superior Court of Fulton County exercises jurisdiction over divorce, legal separation, annulment, child custody and visitation, child support, paternity, and domestic violence matters. Four Superior Court judges are assigned to the Family Division. The Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Courts maintains family law case files.
Accessing Family Court Records
Family law case information can be searched online through the same eServices portal used for civil matters. In-person requests may be directed to the Clerk’s office at:
Fulton County Superior Court — Civil/Family Division
136 Pryor St. SW, #103, Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: (404) 612-5344
Fax: (404) 612-5345
Provide the case number, party names, and a valid photo ID. Standard copy fees apply.
Divorce Records
Divorce petitions are filed with the Clerk of Superior Court. The divorce filing process varies depending on whether the divorce is contested, uncontested, or by publication. Each type requires specific forms (petition, case initiation form, standing order, and applicable acknowledgments or affidavits). The filing fee for a divorce action is $223.00.
Copies of closed divorce records can be obtained from the Closed File Room on the first floor of the Superior Courthouse. Contact the Fulton County Family Law Information Center at (404) 612-2789 for guidance on form packets, filing procedures, and self-help resources.
Family Law Forms
Downloadable family law form packets — covering divorce, child custody, child support, name changes, legitimation, contempt, and other matters — are available at no charge through the Justice Resource Center and the Superior Court’s family law forms page. Packets require Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Marriage Records
Marriage licenses and certificates in Fulton County are issued and maintained by the Fulton County Probate Court, not the Superior Court. To request a marriage certificate:
- Complete a Marriage Certificate Request Form.
- Submit the form in person at any Probate Court location, or by mail to: Fulton County Probate Court, Attn: Records Division, 136 Pryor St. SW, 2nd Floor C230, Atlanta, GA 30303.
- Include a money order payable to Fulton County Probate Court. The fee is $10.00 per certified copy. Searches for marriages before 1979 carry an additional $10.00 research fee.
- Mail requests must include a self-addressed stamped envelope.
The Probate Court does not accept personal checks. In-person payments may be made by credit card (no American Express), debit card, cash, money order, or cashier’s check.
Birth and Death Records
Certified copies of birth and death certificates for events that occurred in Georgia are available from the Fulton County Board of Health Vital Records Office:
Fulton County Government Center
141 Pryor St., Suite #1029A, Atlanta, GA 30303
College Park Regional Health Center
1920 John Wesley Ave., College Park, GA 30337
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Walk-in fee: $25.00 (non-refundable search fee, includes one certified copy if found). Additional copies of the same record ordered at the same time cost $5.00 each. Georgia law requires prepayment. Accepted payment methods include cash, certified check, money order, and Visa or MasterCard debit/credit cards (no American Express).
Certificates can also be ordered online through VitalChek or by mail. The Georgia Department of Public Health issues certificates for events statewide at its main office at 47 Trinity Ave. SW, Atlanta, GA 30334, with a fee of $25.00 per certified copy plus $8.00 processing.
Fulton County Probate Court Records
The Fulton County Probate Court has exclusive jurisdiction over the probate of wills, administration of decedents’ estates, appointment and removal of executors and administrators, guardianship and conservatorship of minors and adults, and related matters such as audits of fiduciary returns. The court also handles issuance of marriage licenses and weapons carry licenses.
Probate Court Locations
| Location | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown (Main) | 136 Pryor St. SW, 2nd Floor C230, Atlanta, GA 30303 | (404) 612-4640 |
| North Service Center | 7741 Roswell Rd., Suite 219, Sandy Springs, GA 30350 | (404) 612-3048 |
| South Service Center | 5600 Stonewall Tell Rd., College Park, GA 30349 | (404) 612-3048 |
Key departmental lines: Probate Main: (404) 613-4070; Estates Division: (404) 612-4694; Records Division: (404) 612-4693; Adult Guardianship/Mental Health: (404) 612-4660; Minor Guardianship: (404) 612-4697.
Email: Probate.Records@fultoncountyga.gov
Searching Probate Records
The Probate Court participates in the re:SearchGA portal, which allows registered users to search court case information online. Estate searches can also be conducted in person at the downtown location or by mail.
Requesting Estate Record Copies
To obtain copies of estate documents (wills, letters testamentary, inventories, accountings, or other filings):
- Complete an Estates Record Request Form.
- If you are unsure of page counts, email the decedent’s name, year of death or estate number, and the specific documents you need to Probate.Records@fultoncountyga.gov.
- Include a money order or cashier’s check payable to Fulton County Probate Court and a self-addressed stamped envelope.
- Mail to: Fulton County Probate Court, Attn: Records Division, 136 Pryor St. SW, 2nd Floor C230, Atlanta, GA 30303.
Probate Records Fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Certified copy | $10.00 certification + $1.00 per page |
| Exemplified copy | $15.00 processing + $1.00 per page |
| Uncertified copy | $1.00 per page |
| Estate search (by mail) | $10.00 per search |
| Creditor’s claim filing | $15.00 |
| Withdrawal / Satisfaction of claim | $10.00 |
All fees are non-refundable. Personal checks are not accepted.
Guardianship and Conservatorship Records
Due to confidentiality requirements, records related to adult guardianship/conservatorship and minor guardianship cannot be requested by mail or online. These requests must be made in person at the downtown Probate Court location. Contact the appropriate division (Adult Guardianship at (404) 612-4660 or Minor Guardianship at (404) 612-4697) before visiting to confirm what identification and authorization you will need.