Dawson County Court Records

Dawson County court records are case files that contain documents issued or prepared in connection with a legal proceeding. These may include pleadings, written notices, exhibits, transcripts, subpoenas, motions, orders, and final judgments. In criminal cases, these records are sometimes compiled with the Dawson County arrest records before being submitted to the relevant custodian for safekeeping.

Are Court Records Public in Dawson County?

By the Uniform Superior Court Rules of the State of Georgia, Dawson County court records are public records. Anyone can approach the appropriate custodian and ask to review or be furnished with copies of specific court records. The custodian is duty-bound to honor this request unless the requested record is subject to limited access under statute or court order. The Open Records Act allows the court to limit access to a record upon the application of a party to the civil or criminal case or upon the court’s motion.

Dawson County Court Records Search

The Clerk of the Superior and Juvenile Courts (the Clerk of Courts) offers online and offline avenues for accessing Dawson County court records. Individuals can look up court files using the case search option on the Dawson County Clerk of Court website or visit the clerk’s office to submit an over-the-counter request. A statewide search for court records can also be conducted through the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) E-Access portal. This platform allows users to perform a record search for specific cases by party name, case number, and other relevant information.

Dawson County Courts

Under the Georgia Constitution, the Dawson County Court System is a part of the judicial branch of state government and is not a department of the local county government.

Dawson County Superior Court
25 Justice Way, Suite 1302, Dawsonville, GA 30534
Phone: (706) 344-3510
Fax: (706) 344-3511

Dawson County Juvenile Court
25 Justice Way, Suite 1302, Dawsonville, GA 30534
Phone: (706) 344-3510
Fax: (706) 344-3204
Probate Court of Dawson County
25 Justice Way, Suite 4332, Dawsonville, GA 30534
Phone: (706) 344-3580
Fax: (706) 265-6155

Dawson County Magistrate Court
25 Justice Way, Suite 3201, Dawsonville, GA 30534
Phone: (706) 344-3730
Fax: (706) 265-8480

Dawson County Criminal and Civil Records

Dawson County criminal and civil court records can be accessed remotely by visiting the Dawson County Clerk of Court website. Through this site’s case search feature, individuals can indicate the specific type of civil or criminal case by ticking the appropriate checkbox and entering relevant search criteria such as party name or case number. Alternatively, individuals may visit the Clerk of Court's office and submit a direct request:

Superior & Juvenile Courts
25 Justice Way
Suite 1302
Dawsonville, GA 30534
Phone: (706) 344-3510
Fax: (706) 344-3511
Office Hours: Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm

In addition, the AOC E-Access portal also provides online access to file-stamped civil records, including domestic, land disputes, probate, and contract-related matters, as well as felony criminal cases. These felony cases sometimes include excerpts of the Dawson County arrest records.

Dawson County Marriage Records

Dawson County marriage records are public records, but with certain restrictions—only the bride or groom can obtain a certified certificate. Before submitting a request, an individual must first determine the age of the marriage record in order to identify the proper avenue to direct the request to.

If the desired record relates to a marriage event that took place in Dawson County between June 1952 and November 1996, the requestor must submit a completed version of this request form to the State Vital Records Office. This can also be done in person at:

State Office Of Vital Records
1680 Phoenix BLVD.
Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30349
Phone: (404) -679-4702
Lobby Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday-Friday, Except State Holidays

The request can also be submitted by mail. For a mail request to be valid, the completed form must be enclosed with a valid copy of picture ID, and a U.S. money order or certified check for the exact amount made payable to: GA State Office of Vital Records, and mailed to:

Mail:
200 Piedmont Avenue, SE
Atlanta, GA 30334 US

Fees apply—$ 10 for a certified copy and $5 for each additional copy.

For records of marriages occurring outside the timeframe, contact the County Health Department. Individuals can submit a copy request by mail or in person. For same-day service, they will need to visit the Department in person. The address is:

Health:
Physical Address View Map
54 Highway 53 East
Dawsonville, GA 30534

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 245
Dawsonville, GA 30534
Phone: (706) 265-2611
Fax: (706) 265-1636
Lobby Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 am to Noon, and 1 to 5 pm.

Dawson County Divorce Records

Dawson County domestic court records, including divorce records, are available on the Dawson County Clerk of Court website. The site’s case search feature allows individuals to indicate specific case types by ticking the appropriate checkbox and entering relevant search criteria, such as party name or case number, to identify the record specifically.

Those who prefer onsite access may visit the clerk of court’s office to submit a direct request.

Dawson Birth Records

In Dawson County, birth records are classified as vital records. Vital records are records with limited access. Access-eligible individuals include the registrant, their immediate family members, and a legal representative. The State Vital Records Office is the record custodian for all post-1919 Dawson County birth records. Copy requests may be made to the Department in person or by mail.

For mail-in requests, the completed form should be mailed to the State Office of Vital Records along with a valid copy of picture ID, and a money order or certified check for the exact amount made payable to: GA State Office of Vital Records.

Individuals seeking pre-1919 Dawson County birth records may visit the County Department of Health at their office location.

Fees apply. $25.00 for a certified copy, plus two additional copies, which cost $10.00.

In addition, Dawson County birth records may be ordered online using the Rovers Page, a digital service managed by the Georgia Technology Authority and the Georgia Department of Public Health. First-time users will need to follow the on-screen prompts and provide the required information. Online orders incur a nonrefundable fee associated with the service: $25 per certified copy and $8 for processing.

Birth certificates serve numerous purposes, including proving legal identity, applying for government documents like driver’s licenses and health insurance, registering for school, filing taxes, and even meeting eligibility criteria for public office, including the presidency.

Dawson Death Records

The State Vital Records Office maintains death records for all individuals who have died in the State of Georgia, including Dawson County, from 1919 to the present. Requests for certified copies may be submitted to the Department in person or by mail. For mail requests, requestors must include this completed form, a valid copy of picture ID, and a money order or certified check for the exact amount in the mail before forwarding it to the State Office of Vital Records. Processing times on all mail-in requests submitted to the State Office are 8 to 10 weeks.

Death Certificates may also be ordered online through the Rovers Page. Additionally, the County Department of Health may have pre-1919 death records. Interested parties may contact the Department of Health for inquiries.

Certified copies of death certificates may only be issued to:

• The deceased’s adult children
• Siblings
• Parents
• Grandparents
• Grandchildren
• And others with "tangible interest," such as a beneficiary or insurance company.

Dawson County Probate Court Records

In Dawson County, probate matters are within the exclusive jurisdiction of the Probate Court. These include estate administration, guardianships, name changes, adoptions, and marriage licenses. Individuals can obtain records of these cases by visiting the Probate Court at:

Probate Court
25 Justice Way
Suite 4332
Dawsonville, GA 30534
Phone: (706) 344-3580
Fax: (706) 265-6155
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm

Georgia’s statewide e-access portal may provide access to some court records. Individuals may access case information by visiting the portal and navigating to the E-Access to Court Records section to find a court case.

Dawson County Property Records

The Court Clerk is the record custodian for all land-related documents, including deeds, plats, and cancellations in Dawson County. Individuals seeking property-related documents may visit the clerk at this address:

Clerk of Superior Court
P.O. Box 849
4485 GA Hwy. 120
Buchanan, GA 30113
Phone: (770) 646-2005
Fax: (770) 646-8827

The Clerk of Court’s office also offers remote access through the " Land Record" search feature available on its Dawson County Clerk of Court website. This feature allows users to search for Dawson deeds, liens, and plats by party name, volume, page, and document type.

The Tax Assessor maintains property appraisal and tax records, including values, exemptions, and parcel data. Individuals seeking access to property records can visit the Tax Assessor’s website. The website allows individuals to conduct various types of searches related to property, sales, tax estimates, and returned notices. The Office receives in-person visits at:

Tax Assessor
25 Justice Way
Suite 1201
Dawsonville, GA 30534
Phone: (706) 344-3590

Dawson County Court Records Online

Members of the public can access court records remotely by visiting the Dawson County Clerk of Court website. Dawson County court records may also be accessed through third-party sites like Georgiacourtrecords.us. These websites typically provide an interface that is easy to use and straightforward. However, it is important to note that these sites are mere compilers and are not the original creators of these records. As a result, records are only provided as obtained without any guarantee regarding accuracy or reliability.