Divorce Records in Georgia
Whether divorce records are public in Georgia and how to get a copy of a divorce decree or certificate.
Short answer: The state Office of Vital Records can confirm a divorce, but copies of divorce records are held by the Clerk of the Superior Court in the county where the divorce was granted, and all requests for divorce records must go through that superior court. Georgia.gov, Request Vital Records
| Divorce records | The state Office of Vital Records can confirm a divorce, but copies of divorce records are held by the Clerk of the Superior Court in the county where the divorce was granted, and all requests for divorce records must go through that superior court. |
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FAQ
Are divorce records public in Georgia, and how do I get a copy?
The state Office of Vital Records can confirm a divorce, but copies of divorce records are held by the Clerk of the Superior Court in the county where the divorce was granted, and all requests for divorce records must go through that superior court.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.