Rockdale County Court Records

In Rockdale County, court records include files, papers, and materials collected, created, or maintained by a county court concerning civil, criminal, or other cases filed in the court. Such records provide information on a case from filing to disposition, such as:

• Case number
• Names of parties in the case
• Filing date and relevant hearing dates
• Case type, description, and status (active, dismissed, adjudicated, etc.)
• Court details
• Case or events summary
• Findings, final judgment, and disposition date.

Rockdale County court records are a subset of Georgia court records, albeit restricted to judicial proceedings in the county. Individuals may seek dockets, decrees, transcripts, or other court-maintained documents to discharge orders, review or prove actions, or appeal cases.

Are Court Records Public in Rockdale County?

Yes, Georgia’s Open Records Act (ORA) considers court records public except when public disclosure is restricted by state laws, federal statutes, or regulations. Therefore, any person may inspect or obtain copies of court records in Rockdale County that do not fall under the ORA’s exemptions, including:

• Jury list data
• Information on confidential informants
• Personal medical or veterinary records
• Information pending investigations or prosecution
• An individual’s social security number
• Personal financial data
• Other records deemed confidential by law or court rule

Rockdale County Court Records Search

Searching for Rockdale County court records may involve online searches, visits to the courthouse, or sending requests for copies to the record custodian or clerk via acceptable channels. As of September 2024, Rockdale County Courts do not provide online access to court records, but interested persons may conduct case searches on third-party sites by providing specific case details like location, case number, party names, and date.

Record seekers may also provide these details to the court clerk where proceedings took place or use the public access terminals in the Rockdale County Courthouse to search for court documents for free and print them for $0.50 per page. To request copies directly from the clerk, inquirers typically need to send request letters or forms identifying the document and describing the case to the clerk. Requesters may include appropriate copy fees with the request (if known) or upon receiving the clerk’s reply.

When requesting exempted records, the clerk may require persons to prove their right to access the document with valid identification or other documentation.

Rockdale County Courts

The court system in Rockdale County comprises various courts with general, shared, or limited jurisdictions over certain cases. These courts include Municipal, Magistrate, Probate, Juvenile, and Superior Courts with the following addresses:

Rockdale County Superior Court
Rockdale County Courthouse
922 Court Street,
P.O. Box 937,
Conyers, GA 30012
Phone: (770) 278-7900
Fax: (770) 278-7921

State Court of Rockdale County
Rockdale County Courthouse
922 Court Street,
P.O. Box 938,
Conyers, GA 30012
Phone: (770) 278-7900
Fax: (770) 278-7921

Rockdale County Juvenile Court
Rockdale County Courthouse
922 Court Street,
Room 103,
P.O. Box 452,
Conyers, GA 30012
Phone: (770) 278-7777
Fax: (770) 278-8935

Probate Court of Rockdale County
Rockdale County Courthouse
922 Court Street,
Room 107,
Conyers, GA 30012
Phone: (770) 278-7700
Fax: (770) 278-8928

Rockdale County Magistrate Court
945 Court Street,
P.O. Box 289,
Conyers, GA 30012
Phone: (770) 278-7800
Fax: (770) 278-8915
(The courtroom entrance is at 948 Bank Street)

Municipal Court of Conyers
1178 Scott Street,
Conyers, GA 30012
Phone: (770) 929-4208
Fax: (770) 785-3812

Rockdale County Criminal Records

Rockdale County criminal records are official documents that contain information on an individual’s arrest, prosecution, conviction, and incarceration in the county. However, in line with state laws, only felony conviction details are public, while the rest of an individual’s criminal history is strictly available to the record subject, businesses or persons with the subject’s signed consent, and criminal justice agencies.

The Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) is the statewide repository of criminal records for Rockdale County and the entire state. However, eligible persons may conduct background checks for Rockdale criminal records with local law enforcement agencies like the Conyers Police Department or Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) located at:

City of Conyers Police Department
1194 Scott Street,
Conyers, GA 30012
Phone: (770) 602-2581 (Background Checks)

Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office
911 Chambers Drive,
Conyers, GA 30013
Phone: (770) 278-8001
Email: rcso.records@rockdalecountyga.gov

Members of the public may also perform online felon searches for $15 per search. For Rockdale County arrest records, contact the agency that made the arrest or find related information in inmate/booking records. However, these records do not usually contain disposition information, so they cannot prove whether the record subject was convicted of a crime. Additionally, state laws restrict access to Rockdale arrest records under certain conditions.

Get Rockdale County Civil Court Records

In Rockdale County, several courts have jurisdiction to handle different types of civil cases. For instance, the Superior Court has general jurisdiction over all cases, while the Magistrate Court hears suits with claims not exceeding $15,000. Therefore, to get Rockdale County civil court records, individuals should confirm where the case was filed before requesting copies.

Requesters may use the public access terminal at the Rockdale County Courthouse to find cases filed in courts located there and print copies for $0.50 each. Otherwise, direct copy requests to the clerk of the court where proceedings took place, ensuring to identify the needed document, describe the case, and provide appropriate fees or ID requirements.

Rockdale County Marriage Records

Rockdale County marriage records are available at Probate Court. However, this only covers marriages licensed by the court. The Georgia Office of Vital Records keeps statewide marriage certificates and applications from June 1952 to August 1996. Individuals who obtained their licenses in Rockdale County may obtain certified copies of their marriage license from the Probate Court in person, online, or via mailed requests to:

Mail-in
Rockdale County Probate Court
P.O. Box 289
Conyers, GA 30012

Walk-in
874 North Main Street NW,
Conyers, GA 30012

Requesters should provide marriage details and valid photo identification. The Probate Court charges $12 for each copy of Rockdale County marriage certificates. For marriage search, certificates, or verification letters through the Office of Vital Records, interested persons should send completed request forms, ID requirements, and applicable fees to the office at:

State Office of Vital Records
1680 Phoenix Boulevard,
Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30349
Phone: (404) 679-4702

This office charges $10 for the search with the first certified copy and $5 for each added copy.

Rockdale County Divorce Records

Records of divorce cases heard in the Rockdale County Superior Court are available with the Supreme Court Clerk. Interested persons may access Rockdale County divorce decrees or case files by using the public access terminal in the courthouse or sending completed request letters or forms containing case details to the clerk at:

Rockdale County Courthouse
922 Court Street,
P.O. Box 289
Conyers, GA 30012

Rockdale Birth Records

Rockdale County birth records are confidential documents strictly accessible to the following persons:

• The individual named in the record (subject)
• The subject’s adult child or sibling
• Subject’s biological or adoptive parents or grandparents
• Subject’s spouse
• Subject’s legal or temporary guardian (with certified proof)
• Authorized government agents (with certified proof)

Birth certificates of individuals born in Rockdale County or anywhere in the state are obtainable from the Probate Court or State Office of Vital Records. To request copies of Rockdale County birth certificates locally, direct requests to the clerk at:

Mail-in
Rockdale County Probate Court
P.O. Box 289
Conyers, GA 30012

Walk-in
874 North Main Street NW,
Conyers, GA 30012

Requesters should complete the online, in-person, or mailed application and provide valid photo IDs, a self-addressed stamped envelope, and $25 for the first copy and $5 for each added copy.

Meanwhile, birth certificates from the State Office of Vital Records cost $25 for the first copy and $10 for each added copy. Mail completed applications and other requirements to:

State Office of Vital Records
1680 Phoenix Boulevard,
Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30349
Phone: (404) 679-4702

Rockdale Death Records

In Rockdale County, the Probate Court issues death certificates to eligible requesters, including:

• The decedent’s biological or adoptive parents
• The decedent’s spouse
• The decedent’s adult children or siblings
• The decedent’s legal guardian
• The decedent’s legal representative
• Others with tangible interests (to receive copies with redacted SSN and cause of death)

Eligible applicants should complete the online, in-person, or mailed applications and provide valid photo IDs, a self-addressed stamped envelope, and $25 for the first copy and $5 for each added copy. Direct requests to:

Mail-in
Rockdale County Probate Court
P.O. Box 289
Conyers, GA 30012

Walk-in
874 North Main Street NW,
Conyers, GA 30012

Alternatively, individuals may request copies of Rockdale County death certificates from the State Office of Vital Records by mailing completed application forms and other requirements to:

State Office of Vital Records
1680 Phoenix Boulevard,
Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30349
Phone: (404) 679-4702

This office charges$25 for the first copy and $10 for each added copy.

Rockdale County Probate Court Records

The Rockdale County Probate Court handles legal matters such as the probate of a decedent’s wills, estate distribution, mental health commitments, conservatorship/guardianship, and so on. To obtain records of these cases, direct requests to:

Rockdale County Probate Court
874 North Main Street NW,
P.O. Box 289
Conyers, GA 30012

However, note that probate court records may be sealed by the court or exempted from public disclosure by law. Access to these records will be restricted to parties involved (with proof of identity) and persons with court orders for release.

Rockdale County Property Records

Property records in Rockdale County are documents like deeds, conveyances, plats/maps, and assessments that provide information on a piece of land or real estate in the county. These documents provide property-related information like the property’s location, size, value, ownership, or other characteristics.

The Real Estate Division of the Rockdale County Clerk’s Office collects and maintains most real estate-related documents in the county. Interested persons may access these records online or direct requests to:

Superior Court Clerk’s Office
922 Court Street
P.O. Box 937
Conyers, GA 30012
Phone: (770) 278-7861

On the other hand, the Rockdale County Board of Assessors Office maintains records of property appraisals and value. Individuals may conduct online property searches by owner name, location, parcel number, or other details with the tool provided by the office or request assessment information by contacting:

The Board of Assessors
958 Milstead Avenue,
Suite 101
P.O. Box 562
Conyers, GA 30012
Phone: (770) 287-7676
Fax: (770) 287-8906
Email: boa@rockdalecountyga.gov

Rockdale County Court Records Online

Online access to Rockdale County court records may be possible with third-party resources like Georgiacourtrecords.us. With tools provided by these sites, users may conveniently search, view, or download documents for free or for a fee. However, results may be outdated, incomplete, or unavailable. Such sites operate independently of any government agency. As such, accuracy cannot be guaranteed.