Colquitt County Court Records

Colquitt County court records are official documents on legal proceedings and their outcomes under the Colquitt trial system. Colquitt court records are legal precedence for similar future cases. In addition, these documents ensure transparency, fairness, and accountability within the Colquitt County judicial system. Generally, court records include but are not limited to:

• Case details (such as case number, case type, and filing dates)
• Docket Entries
• Names of parties involved
• Transcripts
• Evidence and Exhibits
• Court Order and Judgment
• Pleading and Motion.

Are Court Records Public in Colquitt County?

Yes, court records in Colquitt County are publicly accessible. Per Title 50, Chapter 18 of the Georgia Open Records Act, the public can inspect and copy Colquitt County court documents in possession of custodian agencies. However, for privacy and confidentiality reasons, Georgia laws restrict public access to some Colquitt County court records. For instance, the public cannot access Colquitt County court records relating to:

• Juveniles
• Restricted family law records
• Grand Jury Proceedings
• Medical and Mental Health Records
• Expunged and Sealed records
• Confidential informants and Undercover information
• Victim and Witness protection.

Colquitt County Court Records Search

Colquitt County court records are accessible online through the Judicial Council of Georgia Case Search Portal. Record seekers can also obtain copies of Colquitt County court records through the Colquitt County Clerk of Court Office or the Public Access Terminals at the Colquitt County Courthouse. Some third-party websites may also provide online access to Colquitt County court records.

Colquitt County Courts

Colquitt County trial court system consists of the

• Superior Court
• State Court
• Juvenile Court
• Probate Court
• Magistrate Court
• Municipal Courts.

The Superior Court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases and handles cases beyond the authority of the lower courts. The other Colquitt County courts have varying jurisdictions over civil and criminal cases and may share trial cases with other Colquitt County courts.

Colquitt County Superior Court

Colquitt County Courthouse
9 South Main Street
Room 214
P.O. Box 2827
Moultrie, GA 31776
Phone: (229) 616-7420
Fax: (229) 616-7029

State Court of Colquitt County

Colquitt County Courthouse
9 South Main Street
Room 214
P.O. Box 2827
Moultrie, GA 31776
Phone: (229) 616-7420
Fax: (229) 616-7029

Colquitt County Juvenile Court

Colquitt County Courthouse
9 South Main Street
Room 214
P.O. Box 2827
Moultrie, GA 31776
Phone: (229) 616-7420
Fax: (229) 616-7029

Colquitt County Probate Court

Colquitt County Courthouse
9 South Main Street
Office 108
P.O. Box 264
Moultrie, GA 31776
Phone: (229) 616-7415
Fax: (229) 616-7489

Colquitt County Magistrate Court

Colquitt County Courthouse Annex
101 East Central Avenue,
Office 175
P.O. Box 70
Moultrie, GA 31776-0070
Phone: (229) 616-7450
Fax: (229) 668-8370

Municipal Courts in Colquitt County

Municipal Court of Doerun
226 West Broad Avenue
Doerun. GA 31744
Phone: (229) 782-5441

Municipal Court of Moultrie
21 1st Avenue NorthEast
Moultrie, GA 31768
Phone: (229) 873-3127
Fax: (229) 873-3128

Municipal Court of Norman Park
154 East Broad Street
Norman Park, GA 31771
Phone: (229) 769-3611.

Colquitt County Criminal and Civil Records

Colquitt County criminal records are official documents on criminal prosecutions in Colquitt County, GA. They include Colquitt County arrest records and other documents relating to criminal trials within the various courts in Colquitt County.

In contrast, Colquitt County civil records are case files on non-criminal trials. Colquitt County civil court records include documents on personal injury lawsuits, family law matters, property and real estate disputes, probate, small claims, and breach of contracts. Although Colquitt County's civil and criminal records are accessible to the public, there may be restrictions on public access to some documents due to privacy reasons.

Individuals seeking access to Colquitt County criminal and civil records should:

• Call, visit, or send a mail to the Colquitt County Clerk's Office and request access to specific case files.
• Visit the Judicial Council of Georgia Case Search Portal, register, log in, and use the search tools to look for Colquitt County criminal and civil trials.

Colquitt County Marriage Records

Marriage records are public in Colquitt County. However, only the spouses and authorized individuals can access certified copies of Colquitt County marriage certificates. The Colquitt County Probate Court is the custodian of Colquitt County marriage records.

How to access Colquitt County marriage certificates:

• Log in to the Colquitt County Probate Court Portal and use the search tools to look for certified copies of Colquitt marriage certificates.
• Download a Marriage Verification Request Form from the Georgia Department of Public Health:
• Complete the form
• Enclose a valid ID and a check/money order for $15.00
• Mail the verification form to:

The State Office of Vital Records

1680 Phoenix Blvd, Suite 100,
Atlanta, GA 30349
Phone: (404) 679-4702

Also, record seekers can order Colquitt County marriage certificates online through third-party websites.

Colquitt County Divorce Records

Per Georgia law, divorce records are publicly accessible. However, there are restrictions on public access to information relating to minors, financial details, medical or mental health, social security numbers, domestic violence, and substance abuse. Access to certified copies of divorce records is limited to the parties involved, their attorneys, and court-authorized individuals.

Colquitt County divorce records are accessible through the Colquitt County Clerk of Court Office. Also, some third-party websites may offer online access to Colquitt County divorce records.

Colquitt Birth Records

Birth records are not public in Colquitt County; they are only accessible to the persons named on the records, immediate family members, legal representatives, and authorized government agencies. Nonetheless, Georgia law permits public access to birth records that are 100 years or older.

Colquitt County birth records are proof of identity and citizenship. Also, Colquitt County birth certificates grant their owners the right to access government benefits such as Social Security and medical care.

Individuals seeking access to Colquitt County birth certificates should call or visit the Colquitt County (Health Department) Vital Records Office at:

214 W Central Avenue
Moultrie, GA 31768
Phone: (229) 589-8464

Alternatively, requesters can order Colquitt County birth certificates through the Georgia Department of Public Health Vital Records Page.

Colquitt Death Records

In Georgia state, death records are often subject to privacy restrictions; access to certified copies of death records is limited to family members of the deceased, legal representatives, and persons with judicial orders. Notwithstanding, Colquitt County death records become public 75 years after the demise of their owners. Death records are crucial documents for inheritance and life insurance claims.

Eligible requesters should call, visit, or mail the Colquitt County Vital Records Office and request access to Colquitt County death records. Also, the public can order Colquitt County death records online through the Georgia Department of Public Health website. Requesters should note that access to Colquitt County Vital Records may involve fee payments and proof of eligibility.

Colquitt County Probate Court Records

Colquitt County probate records refer to case files relating to the estates of deceased individuals within Colquitt County. These records include case files on:

• Probate of Wills
• Trust Administration
• Guardianship
• Conservatorship.

To access Colquitt County probate court records, record seekers should visit, call, or send a mail request to the Colquitt County Probate Court during business hours.

Colquitt County Property Records

Colquitt County property records refer to official documents on real estate ownership and transactions within Colquitt County. Property records contain information such as:

• Deeds
• Mortgages
• Parcel numbers
• Zoning and land use information
• Liens and Encumbrances
• Building permits
• Property sales and transfer history
• Plat maps.

Interested individuals seeking access to Colquitt County property records should:

• Contact the Colquitt County Clerk of Court for property-related documents on deeds, mortgages, and liens.
• Visit, call, or mail the Colquitt County Tax Assessor’s Office at:

Colquitt County Courthouse Annex

101 East Central Avenue, Office 135
P.O. Box 880,
Moultrie, GA 31776
Phone: (229) 616-7425
Fax: (229) 668-8375

Also, record seekers may search for Colquitt County property records through third-party websites.

Colquitt County Court Records Online

Third-party websites like georgiacourtrecords.us may provide quick and easy access to Colquitt County court records. These platforms gather information from various sources and make them available to requesters to view or download at their convenience. However, users should be cautious of documents from private online resources. Some private websites may have limited, inaccurate, or outdated documents.