Haralson County Court Records

Haralson County court records are legal documents that provide a comprehensive account of court proceedings. They may include details such as the scheduled date, time, and location of hearings and judgments, orders, or decrees issued by the presiding judge. They may also include excerpts from Haralson County arrest records, charges, pleas, findings, and sentencing information in criminal cases.

Are Court Records Public in Haralson County?

In Haralson County, court records are public, meaning members of the public can inspect and obtain copies of any document in a court record. However, the public’s right of access is not absolute. The Uniform Superior Court Rules of the State of Georgia allow a court to limit access to court files upon the application of a party to the legal action. Such case files are out of the public’s reach.

Haralson County Court Records Search

The GSCCCA eCertification Portal enables users to conduct a statewide search for digital versions of certified court documents maintained by Superior Court clerks across Georgia. Haralson County provides online access to court records through this platform as a participating county. Individuals may register for a GSCCCA universal account and gain access to the portal’s record database.

Records may also be obtained in person at:

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

Additionally, individuals may invoke the Georgia Open Records Act by submitting an open records request to the county clerk via email. If the requested record is exempt from public access, the clerk is required to cite the specific statutory provision of Georgia law prohibiting disclosure.

Haralson County Courts

Below are the locations of courts that serve Haralson County:

Haralson County Superior Court
4485 Georgia Highway 120,
P.O. Box 849, Buchanan, GA 30113
Phone: (770) 646-2005
Fax: (770) 646-8827

Haralson County Juvenile Court
4485 Georgia Highway 120,
P.O. Box 849, Buchanan, GA 30113
Phone: (770) 646-2025
Fax: (770) 646-8827

Probate Court of Haralson County
P.O. Box 620, Buchanan, GA 30113
Phone: (770) 646-2008
Fax: (706) 646-3419

Haralson County Criminal and Civil Records

The Superior Court Clerk maintains Haralson County civil and criminal court records. Individuals seeking access to court files on these types of cases may visit the Clerk’s office at:

Haralson County Courthouse
4485 GA Highway 120,
Buchanan, GA 30113
Phone: (770) 646-2005

The digital versions of Haralson County civil and criminal court records can also be accessed through the GSCCCA eCertification Portal. The requester must register for a GSCCCA universal account and then log in and follow the prompt to submit a new request.

Haralson County Marriage Records

Haralson County Marriage records are public records. However, only the bride or groom can obtain a certified certificate. Depending on the age of the record, there are different custodians for these records. To obtain copies of vital records, interested parties must follow these steps:

For records of marriages occurring prior to 1952 and after 1996, contact the Haralson County Vital Records Office. Individuals can submit a copy request by mail or in person. If they desire to obtain the record on the same day of the request, they will need to visit the office in person. The Vital Records Office is located within the Probate Judge’s office. The address is:

Probate Court
4485 GA-120
P.O. Box 620
Buchanan, GA 30113
Phone: (770) 646-2008
Fax: (770) 646-3419

For records of marriages occurring between June 1952 and November 1996 in Haralson, requesters must submit this completed form, 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. The request can be submitted via mail or in person using the address provided below:

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

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

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

Haralson County Divorce Records

The Clerk of the Superior Court holds Haralson County Divorce records. As such, an ORA request for copies may be made in writing to the Clerk of the Superior Court’s office. The request may be submitted by mail or directly through in-person visitation.

Alternatively, individuals seeking access to court files on county divorces may visit the Clerk’s office or make use of the GSCCCA eCertification portal to conduct a remote search for the records:

Haralson County Courthouse
4485 GA Highway 120,
Buchanan, GA 30113
Phone: (770) 646-2005

Haralson Birth Records

In Haralson County, the birth of a child is considered a vital event. Unlike court records, records of vital events are not open to the general public and are restricted to the registrant, an immediate family member, and a legal representative.

The State Vital Records Office maintains records of all births that took place in the state of Georgia, including Haralson County, from January 1919 to the present day. Copy requests may be made to the department in person or by mail. For mail requests, include this completed form, a valid copy of picture ID, and a money order or certified check for the exact amount made payable to the GA State Office of Vital Records.

For records older than 1919, individuals will need to contact the Haralson County Vital Records Office, which is located in the office of the Probate Judge. The Vital Records Office contact and mail-in information for both county and state is provided above under the Marriage Records section.

Birth certificates are useful for many official functions, including establishing one’s identity, for tax purposes, enrolling in school, applying for a driver’s license, obtaining health insurance, and running for Office as President of the United States.

Haralson Death Records

The State Vital Records Office maintains records of deaths occurring in the State of Georgia, including Haralson County, dating back to 1919. Copy requests may be submitted to the Department in person or by mail. For mail requests, 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 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 Records may also be ordered online through the Rovers Page. Additionally, the County Vital Records Office may have death records older than 1919. Individuals seeking older records should contact the office, which is located in the office of the Probate Judge.

Individuals eligible to order a death certificate include a legal spouse, adult children, adult siblings, parents, grandparents, grandchildren, and those who have demonstrated a "tangible interest," such as a beneficiary or insurance company. Members of the public may also obtain plain paper copies of the record with the Social Security number redacted.

Haralson County Probate Court Records

In Haralson County, the Probate Court handles matters related to probate, including estate administration, guardianships, name changes, adoptions, and marriage licenses. To obtain records of these cases, individuals may visit the Probate Court. The address is:

Probate Court
4485 GA-120
P.O. Box 620
Buchanan, GA 30113
Phone: (770) 646-2008
Fax: (770) 646-3419

Individuals may contact the Probate Court by phone to inquire about records or request copies by mail. To initiate the search, requesters must provide as much detail as possible (names, dates, case numbers).

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.

Haralson County Property Records

In Haralson County, the Superior Court Clerk is the official in charge of filing, recording, and indexing all documents related to real estate, including deeds, plats, and cancellations. Individuals may contact the Clerk by phone or email to inquire about records or request copies by mail or in person using 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

Online platforms like the GSCCCA eCertification Portal and the Haralson County Assessors' Office website also provide remote access to court records. These platforms allow record seekers to search for properties situated in Haralson County by owner name, address, parcel number, and document type.

The Tax Assessor maintains property appraisal and tax records, including values, exemptions, and parcel data. The Tax Assessor’s Office receives in-person visits at:

Haralson County Tax Assessor's Office
Zachery C. Smith
Chief Appraiser
P.O. Box 548
Buchanan, GA 30113
Phone: (770) 646-2022
Fax: (770) 646-2050
E-Mail

Haralson County Court Records Online

Third-party vendors may offer alternative avenues for accessing court records. Websites like Georgiacourtrecords.us aim to simplify the Haralson County record search process by providing an all-in-one repository where individuals may have different types of records, including court and vital records, available at their fingertips. 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. Users are therefore advised to scrutinize and verify accessible data with official sources thoroughly before use.