Divorce records in Floyd County, Georgia can be accessed through several channels, including online tools, the court that issued the decree, the county clerk, and the state vital records office. FloydCourt.us can help you find publicly available divorce record information for Floyd County. You can also request records directly from the Floyd County Superior Court Clerk's office, the Floyd County Clerk, or the Georgia Department of Public Health's Vital Records office.
Floyd County Divorce Records Search
In Georgia, divorce cases are handled exclusively by the superior courts. The Floyd County Superior Court, part of the Rome Judicial Circuit, maintains all divorce case files originating in the county. The Superior Court Clerk's office is the custodian of these records, which include:
- Final Judgments and Decrees of Divorce
- Settlement agreements
- Custody and visitation orders
- Child support orders
- Property division documents
- Related motions and court filings
The Georgia Department of Public Health, Vital Records office, also maintains divorce certificates — abbreviated verification records — for divorces granted statewide since June 9, 1952. For the complete divorce file with all supporting documents, you'll need to contact the Superior Court Clerk directly.
You may also search for Floyd County court case information through the Georgia Courts E-Access portal, which provides electronic access to court records across participating Georgia counties.
Where Divorce Records Are Filed in Floyd County
Understanding which office holds the record you need depends on what type of document you're looking for.
Floyd County Superior Court — Complete Case Files
All divorce actions in Floyd County are filed in and adjudicated by the Superior Court. After the judge signs the Final Judgment and Decree of Divorce, the decree is recorded by the Superior Court Clerk. This office holds the full case file, including the petition, answer, settlement agreement, parenting plan, and any modifications. The court also provides divorce and family law resources, including forms for pro se divorce without minor children and pro se divorce with minor children.
Georgia Department of Public Health — Vital Records (Divorce Certificates)
The state Vital Records office issues divorce verification letters and certificates for divorces finalized in Georgia from June 9, 1952 to the present. These are not full court files — they confirm only that a divorce occurred and provide basic details such as the names of the parties, date, and county. Use this office when you need a state-issued certificate rather than the complete court record.
Which Office Should You Contact?
| What You Need | Contact |
|---|---|
| Complete divorce decree and case file | Floyd County Superior Court Clerk |
| Settlement agreement or custody order | Floyd County Superior Court Clerk |
| State-issued divorce certificate or verification | Georgia Vital Records |
| Case scheduling information | Floyd County Superior Court — Judges' Calendars |
Divorce Record Search Fees, Copy Costs, and Processing Times in Floyd County
| Service | Fee | Typical Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Divorce certificate from Georgia Vital Records (mail request) | $25.00 | 4–6 weeks |
| Additional copies of divorce certificate (same order) | $5.00 each | Included with original order |
| Court record copies (Superior Court Clerk, non-certified) | $0.25–$0.50 per page | Same day to several business days |
| Certified copies of court documents (Superior Court Clerk) | $2.50 for first page, $0.50 each additional page | Same day to several business days |