Tattnall County Court Records

Tattnall County court records are official descriptions of court actions during legal proceedings within the various county-level courts in Tattnall County. These documents play crucial roles within the Tattnall County court system, serving as evidence, precedent, and official details of case trials and providing information such as the names of litigants, case types, hearing dates, motions, orders, and judgments. Tattnall County court records may also contain Tattnall County arrest records if criminal actions result in criminal convictions.

Are Court Records Public in Tattnall County?

Yes, court records are public in Tattnall County. The Georgia Open Records Act mandates public rights to access government records unless established laws or judicial orders restrict access to such documents. Nonetheless, the public cannot access sealed or expunged court records. Furthermore, to ensure the safety of litigants and to uphold privacy laws, Tattnall County court records are publicly undisclosable if they relate to:

• Juveniles
• Active investigations
• Accident reports
• Medical history.

Furthermore, in addition to statutory exemptions, Tattnall County courts have the authority to seal or limit access to case records based on judicial discretion and specific circumstances.

Tattnall County Court Records Search

Interested persons seeking copies of Tattnall County court records should do so through the Tattnall County Online Services or the Georgia Courts E-Access Portal. Tattnall County court records are accessible through the Tattnall County Clerk of Superior Court Office.

Tattnall County Courts

The court structure in Tattnall County mirrors the Georgia trial system. In Tattnall County, the Superior Court serves as the apex judicial institution, possessing broad jurisdiction over criminal and civil trials but handling cases outside the scope of authority of the other courts. Other courts in Tattnall County have limited authority over case trials.
To reach out to the various Tattnall County courts, use the following information:

Tattnall County Superior Court
Tattnall County Judicial Annex
111 North Main Street,
P.O. Box 39,
Reidsville,
GA 30453
Phone: (912) 557-6716
Fax: (912) 557-4861

State Court of Tattnall County
Tattnall County Judicial Annex
111 North Main Street,
P.O. Box 39,
Reidsville,
GA 30453
Phone: (912) 557-6716
Fax: (912) 557-4861

Tattnall County Juvenile Court
Tattnall County Judicial Annex
111 North Main Street,
P.O. Box 39,
Reidsville,
GA 30453
Phone: (912) 557-6716
Fax: (912) 557-4861

Probate Court of Tattnall County
111 North Main Street,
P.O. Box 699,
Reidsville,
GA 30453
Phone: (912) 557-6719

Tattnall County Magistrate Court
Tattnall County Courthouse
111 North Main Street,
P.O. Box 513,
Reidsville,
GA 30453
Phone: (912) 237-4637

Municipal Court of Collins
210 NW Main Street,
P.O. Box 96,
Collins,
GA 30421
Phone: (912) 693-2581

Municipal Court of Glennville
705 North Caswell Street,
Glennville,
GA 30427
Phone: (912) 654-2103

Municipal Court of Reidsville
117 Tattnall Street,
P.O. Box 730,
Reidsville,
GA 30453
Phone: (912) 557-4013

Tattnall County Criminal and Civil Records

In Tattnall County, the Office of the Clerk of the Superior Court is the primary repository for criminal and civil court records. Hence, individuals may make Open Records Requests to access case files on personal injury claims, contract disputes, civil rights claims, landlord-tenant disagreements, and other non-criminal trials. They should mail or visit their office at:

Tattnall County Judicial Annex
111 North Main Street,
P.O. Box 39,
Reidsville,
GA 30453.

Requesters may also access law enforcement documents, such as Tattnall County arrest and incident reports, through Tattnall County criminal court records. Formal requests for Tattnall County's criminal and civil court records should contain the requestor's name, phone number, return address, and identifying details of the specific documents being requested, such as:

• Case names
• Case Types
• Case numbers (if available)
• Trial dates.

Tattnall County Marriage Records

Access to Tattnall County marriage records is open to any interested person. In Tattnall County, the county's Probate Court is the primary repository for marriage records; to access these documents, mail or visit their office at:

111 North Main Street,
Reidsville,
GA 30453
Phone: (912) 557-6719

Tattnall County marriage records are also accessible through the Georgia Department of
Public Health's (DPH) Vital Records Office. To access Tattnall County's marriage records through the DPH:

• Download and complete a Marriage Verification Request Form
• Enclose a copy of a valid government-issued identification document and a check/money order to cover applicable payments (this includes a $10.00 search fee in addition to $5.00 per copy of the document)

• Mail or apply to:

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

Tattnall County Divorce Records

In Tattnall County, basic divorce information is publicly accessible. However, only the individuals named on the documents may obtain certified copies of divorce records.
Individuals seeking access to divorce records in Tattnall County should call, mail, or visit the Tattnall County Clerk of Superior Court Office at:

108 West Brazell Street,
Reidsville,
GA 30453
Phone: (912) 557-6716

Tattnall Birth Records

Georgia Annotated Statutes (§ 31-10-25) restrict access to birth records to the owners of the documents, their immediate family members, or authorized legal representatives and government agencies. Notwithstanding, Tattnall birth records and those of other Georgia counties become publicly accessible 100 years after the dates of birth.

Tattnall County's birth certificates are legal identification documents. They may be used as proof of citizenship to qualify for government benefits. To obtain copies of Tattnall County's marriage records, contact the Tattnall County Probate Court at:

111 North Main Street,
Reidsville,
GA 30453
Phone: (912) 557-6719

As another option:

• Download and complete a Request for Search of Birth (Form 3918)
• Include a copy of a valid government-issued photo identification and a check/money order to pay applicable costs

• Submit or mail the request to:

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

A certified copy of Tattnall County's birth certificate costs $25.00 each. Subsequent certified copies of the same document ordered simultaneously cost $10.00 per pair.

Tattnall Death Records

According to Section 31-10-25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, Tattnall County's death records are confidential documents accessible only to persons with legitimate and tangible interests. Nonetheless, they become publicly accessible 50 years after the date of death.

Tattnall County death records are official proof of deaths within the county. They play essential roles in life insurance, Social Security, and veterans' benefits claims. Furthermore, death records may provide crucial data for disease monitoring, health policy formulation, and demographic analysis.

In Tattnall County, certified copies of death records are accessible through the Tattnall County Probate Court; interested individuals should mail or send Open Record Requests to:

The Tattnall County Probate Court
111 N Main Street,
Reidsville,
GA 30453.

Alternatively, send a completed Request for Search of Death Record Form along with valid government-issued photo identification and proof of payment to:

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

Tattnall County Probate Court Records

The Tattnall County Probate Court maintains case documents relating to deceased persons' estates within Tattnall County. These include legal files on Will contests, conservatorships, trust administration, guardianships, escheats, and intestate successions.

Individuals seeking access to Tattnall County probate court records should send Open Record Requests to the Tattnall County Probate Court at:

111 North Main Street,
P.O. Box 699,
Reidsville,
GA 30453
Phone: (912) 557-6719

Tattnall County Property Records

Tattnall County property records are documents containing details of real estate within Tattnall County, GA. These files include property-related information such as deeds, building permits, zoning information, plat maps, sales histories, parcel numbers, and tax records.

Access to Tattnall County property records depends on the specific documents. The Tattnall County Tax Assessor's Office provides details such as ownership, assessed values, parcel numbers, and tax information through the Tattnall County Property Search Portal. Information seekers may also search for Tattnall County property records through the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) Real Estate Search Portal.

For mail or walk-in requests for Tattnall County's property-related records, such as deeds, liens, mortgages, and plats, reach out to the Tattnall County Clerk of Superior Court at:

111 North Main Street,
P.O. Box 39,
Reidsville,
GA 30453
Phone: (912) 557-6716
Email: paige.mulligan@gsccca.org.

Information seekers may also contact the Tattnall County Board of Tax Assessors' Office at:

108 West Brazell Street,
Reidsville,
GA 30453
Phone: (912) 557-4010

Tattnall County Court Records Online

Generally, persons seeking copies of Tattnall County court records may do so through the Tattnall County Online Services or the Georgia Courts E-Access Portal. Third-party online resources are convenient options for accessing court records in Tattnall County. They offer broad access to case files from courts across Georgia. Private platforms like Georgiacourtrecords.us may provide 24/7 global access to court documents through advanced search tools. However, it is advisable to verify documents from these sites because they are independent and do not guarantee the accuracy and correctness of their contents.