Access Newnan Dissolution Of Marriage Records
Newnan residents looking for dissolution of marriage records will find those cases at the Coweta County Superior Court Clerk, located in downtown Newnan at 72 East Broad Street. As the county seat of Coweta County, Newnan is home to the courthouse where all dissolution filings for the county are processed and stored. This page covers how to search for cases, what you need to file, and where to turn for additional help with Coweta County dissolution records.
Newnan Quick Facts
Coweta County Superior Court Clerk in Downtown Newnan
The Coweta County Superior Court Clerk's office is at 72 East Broad Street, Newnan GA 30263. You can reach the office at (770) 254-2690. The clerk's location in downtown Newnan is convenient for most city residents. Parking is available near the courthouse, and the office is open during standard courthouse hours on weekdays.
In Georgia, the Superior Court is the only court authorized to hear dissolution of marriage cases. The Coweta County Superior Court serves the entire county, and Newnan residents file there just as residents from any other part of Coweta County do. The clerk's office is the official custodian of all case files, including the final decree and all supporting documents that became part of the record.
Coweta County requires the petitioning spouse to have lived in Georgia for at least six months before filing. Residency in Coweta County is also required for the case to be filed there. The 30-day statutory waiting period starts when the respondent has been properly served or has acknowledged service. No court can waive this period under Georgia law.
Note: If you are searching for a case filed before 1970, you may need to request a file retrieval from the clerk's archive, which can take additional time.
Searching Coweta County Dissolution Records
The quickest in-person option is to visit the Coweta County Superior Court Clerk on East Broad Street and ask to search the case index. Staff can help locate a case by party name, case number, or filing year. The clerk's office can also provide copies of documents from the case file, including the final decree, for a fee per page.
Online searches are available through the GSCCCA portal at gsccca.org. The GSCCCA system indexes Coweta County dissolution records along with those from across the state. Searches are free and can be done by party name or case number. The portal is a good way to confirm whether a case exists and to get the case number before contacting the clerk.
For certified copies, the GSCCCA eCertification service at ecert.gsccca.org allows you to order official certified documents online. A certified copy of a dissolution decree is the document most institutions require when proof of a dissolved marriage is needed. It carries the clerk's seal and is accepted by courts, banks, and government agencies.
The Superior Court Clerks of Georgia directory makes it easy to look up the Coweta County clerk's office and access online search tools for the county.
The directory connects to county-specific clerk resources, including contact details and links to local court search systems where available.
Filing a Dissolution of Marriage in Coweta County
Filing starts at the Coweta County Superior Court Clerk's office on East Broad Street. The petitioner submits a Complaint for Divorce along with a Civil Case Filing Form and any other required attachments. The clerk's office will stamp the complaint with a case number and file date. Filing fees are paid at this time.
After filing, the other party must be served. In an uncontested case, both parties can move things along by having the respondent sign an Acknowledgment of Service before a notary, which eliminates the need for formal process service. Once service is complete, the 30-day waiting period begins. During that time, the parties can work out a settlement agreement if they have not done so already.
Cases involving minor children require a Parenting Plan and a Child Support Worksheet. These must be filed before the court can enter a final order. If both parties agree, they can submit a joint settlement agreement. If they do not, the judge will hear testimony and set the terms. Newnan attorneys who practice family law are familiar with how the Coweta County Superior Court handles these matters.
The Georgia Courts website at georgiacourts.gov has step-by-step guides and all the standard forms for dissolution cases, which is helpful for those who choose to represent themselves.
Note: The clerk's office cannot give legal advice, but staff can confirm what documents are required for a particular filing type.
Older Records and DPH Verification Service
Georgia DPH maintains dissolution of marriage verification records for cases finalized between 1952 and 1996. The request is made using Form 3917 with a $10 fee, sent to the Georgia DPH at dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords. The DPH provides a summary verification, not a certified court copy. It is useful for confirming the existence of a dissolution in that time window without visiting the courthouse.
For cases outside the 1952 to 1996 range, the Coweta County Superior Court Clerk is the only option. The clerk's office in Newnan holds all county-level dissolution case records. Requests for older cases may take additional processing time if files have been moved to archive storage.
The Georgia DPH vital records site explains what information its dissolution database contains and how to submit a verification request using the state form.
DPH verifications and certified court copies serve different purposes, so it is important to know which type of document you actually need before submitting a request.
Note: The Georgia Archives at georgiaarchives.org may also hold supplementary historical records for dissolution cases, particularly from earlier in the 20th century when courthouse record-keeping varied across counties.
eFiling and Statewide Research Tools
PeachCourt at peachcourt.com offers electronic filing for Georgia Superior Courts. For Newnan residents, checking whether Coweta County currently participates before attempting an eFiling submission is a good first step. When available, eFiling saves a trip to the courthouse for the initial case submission.
The re:SearchGA tool at researchga.tylerhost.net provides another statewide search option. It covers dissolution case indexes from Coweta County and other Georgia counties. Both legal professionals and the public use the platform for research and case tracking.
The Find My Clerk directory at gaclerks.org confirms the Coweta County clerk's contact details and links to local resources. It is maintained by the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority and is updated as clerk information changes.
Legal Help for Newnan Residents
Coweta County residents who need low-cost legal help with dissolution cases can contact Georgia Legal Aid at georgialegalaid.org. The organization serves residents who meet income guidelines and can provide guidance or representation in domestic relations matters.
The Coweta County Bar Association can refer residents to family law attorneys who practice in Newnan. Several law offices in the downtown area near the courthouse handle dissolution cases regularly. For self-represented filers, the Coweta County Law Library at the courthouse provides access to legal forms, practice guides, and Georgia statutes.
Note: Coweta County is part of the Coweta Judicial Circuit, and judges in this circuit have established practices for handling dissolution cases, particularly around settlement conferences and temporary hearing procedures.
Coweta County Dissolution Of Marriage Records
All dissolution of marriage cases filed by Newnan residents are part of the Coweta County Superior Court system. The county page has more detail on the clerk's office in downtown Newnan, filing procedures, and online search options that apply across Coweta County.