Cobb County Superior Court Case Search

Cobb County Superior Court records are official documentation of cases that fall under the court's jurisdiction. This includes criminal and civil cases, as well as real estate and domestic relations disputes. These records are generated and maintained by the Superior Court Clerk, who makes them accessible to the public for inspection. Based on the case type, the content of a typical court record varies. However, Superior Court cases typically include the following information:

• Information about the parties: Their full names, their relationship, the subject of the dispute, and the circumstances that led to the dispute.
• Unique Identifiers: The case number, the presiding court, and the judge who handled the case.
• Filings: Complaints, motions, responses, and other documents submitted by the parties.
• Hearings: Dates, times, and outcomes of court hearings.
• Orders and rulings: The judge’s decisions, such as rulings on motions or final judgments.
• Notices: Notifications sent to parties, such as subpoenas or notices of appeal.

What Kinds of cases have been heard in Cobb Superior Court?

The Cobb County Superior Court has general jurisdiction over criminal and civil cases. As a result, it can preside over real estate claims and domestic relation disputes, including divorce, child custody arrangements, child support, and alimony.

It also has jurisdiction over felonies, including offenses that may result in capital punishment, and shares jurisdiction with the state over misdemeanors, premises liability, and contract disputes. In addition, it exercises appellate jurisdiction over Probate and Magistrate Court matters.

The Superior Court has several specialized departments responsible for handling different case types. This includes:

• Civil Division: Handles civil cases, including lawsuits, contract disputes, personal injury claims, and property disputes.
• Criminal Division: Oversees felony criminal cases, including arraignments, trials, and sentencing. Handles indictments, plea agreements, and post-conviction motions.
• Family Law Division: Handles family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, and alimony. Manages cases involving paternity, adoption, and domestic violence protective orders.
• Jury Division: Manages the jury selection and summoning process for trials in the Superior Court.

Cobb County Superior Court

The Cobb County Superior Court consists of eleven judges elected by the residents to a four-year term. These judges are eligible for re-election as long as they continue to receive public support. The judges are organized to preside over criminal trials, rule on evidence, hear motions, and render verdicts in bench trials.

Cases filed are randomly assigned to one of the eleven judges by the clerk of the superior court using a computer program. Computer program helps to prevent judge shopping by litigants. It also regulates the caseload by ensuring that cases filed are distributed to judges evenly, not only by number but also by case type. Consequently, cases are assigned with priority to case type. The court's organization helps ensure fair trials and the speedy administration of justice.

Cobb County Superior Court
70 Haynes Street
Marietta, GA 30090
Phone: (770) 528-1800

Real Estate Division
10 East Park Square
Building C
Marietta, GA 30090
Main: (770) 528-1360

Cobb County Case Lookup

The Cobb County court system consists of Juvenile, Magistrate, State, Probate, and Superior Courts. The Cobb County Government website serves as a central server that provides electronic access to all Cobb County court records; each court’s case management system is linked to the platform. Consequently, individuals wishing to examine records of cases handled by one of these courts can do so remotely by following these steps:

• Visit the Cobb County website.
• Select "courts" from the list of options displayed on the home page;
• On the courts' page, navigate to the top and click on "Courts" to open the drop-down menu;
• Select the relevant court from the menu to access its case management system — Juvenile, Superior, State, Probate, and Magistrate court.

For those interested in Superior Court cases:

• Select "Superior Court" to proceed;
• On the Superior Court page, select the case search icon to advance to the next page;
• Determine the case type by selecting civil search or criminal search;
• Fill out the electronic form with the required details
• Once done, click on "search" to facilitate a query.
• Once the specific case information has been located, individuals may view, download, and print copies of the documents.

For further assistance, inquirers may contact the Superior Court Clerk's office directly at (770) 528-1300.

Cobb Superior Court Case Search by Name

When searching for court records, whether online, by mail, or in person, providing unique identifiers such as a name or case number is often an indispensable part of the process. Attempting to locate specific court records without these details can make the process tedious. Consequently, to perform a system-wide search for cases via the Superior Court case management portal, a researcher must enter these details in the appropriate sections of the electronic form:

• The case number
• The full name of one of the parties
• Their alias
• The case citation
• The filing date and
• Specify the case type (by ticking the relevant box from the listed options)

A name-based search or other identifying information streamlines searches, making court records easy to locate. However, mistakes or inaccuracies in the information provided may cause the record not to be found or be identified incorrectly.

Cobb Superior Court Docket Search

Court cases sometimes result in a protracted battle between litigants. Moreover, disputes are rarely resolved in one day. Litigants often return before the presiding judge several times until the case is decided. Since the court handles a significant amount of disputes yearly, it is almost impossible to resolve disputes without some form of record to remind the judge and the litigants about what transpired at the last hearing.

Court dockets maintained by court clerks bridge this gap by documenting the minutes of each hearing and all events that occurred, including the motions raised and the evidence submitted. It also provides dates relevant to when the case is next scheduled to be heard.

Like court records, court dockets are accessible via the Superior Court Case Management portal but only to court officials and attorneys. To access them:

• Visit the Cobb County website
• Select "courts" from the list of options displayed on the home page;
• On the courts' page, navigate to the top and click on "Courts" to open the drop-down menu;
• Select "Superior Court" to proceed;
• Navigate to the dockets section on the left-hand side;
• Enter your username and password to log into the system;

Court dockets allow litigants, judges, and other interested parties to stay informed about court dates and track case status.

Lookup Cobb County Superior Court Online

Court records can be obtained via the Superior Court Record Portal maintained by the county clerk. They can also be accessed through third-party aggregate sites, like Georgiacourtrecords.us. These platforms are typically user-friendly and straightforward and can help avoid the complexities associated with looking up court records via official platforms. While these websites generally provide correct and reliable information, because they are not the originators of these records, they typically make no warranty regarding accuracy. Users are advised to verify information received independently.

Supreme Court vs. Superior Court

The Georgia Supreme Court is the highest judicial authority in the state. While multiple superior courts operate across Georgia counties, only one Supreme Court exists to preside over constitutional issues and interpret contentious legislative enactments. In addition to constitutional matters, the nine-member court has exclusive jurisdiction over certain high-profile cases, including election disputes and murder appeals.

It also has appellate jurisdiction over criminal and civil cases. In contrast, the Cobb County Superior Court has general jurisdiction over both civil and criminal cases, including tort claims, domestic relations disputes, felonies, and certain misdemeanors.

Although the Supreme Court has broad jurisdiction over a wide range of state matters, it lacks the jurisdiction to preside over federal law or cross-border cases; instead, those matters are considered the prerogative of the US Supreme Court.