Find Dissolution Of Marriage Records in Stonecrest
Stonecrest, Georgia is located in southeastern DeKalb County, and dissolution of marriage records for Stonecrest residents are maintained by the DeKalb County Superior Court Clerk in Decatur. This page explains how to search those records, how to get certified copies of decrees, what online tools are available, and what steps apply if you are filing a new dissolution case in DeKalb County.
Stonecrest Quick Facts
Where Stonecrest Dissolution Records Are Filed
Stonecrest was incorporated as a city in 2017, making it one of the newer municipalities in the Atlanta metro area. Despite having city status, Stonecrest does not have its own court for family law matters. Dissolution of marriage cases involving Stonecrest residents are filed with and decided by the DeKalb County Superior Court, which sits in Decatur. The county clerk holds all case files and final decrees.
Georgia law gives the Superior Court exclusive jurisdiction over dissolution of marriage. Every county has one, and DeKalb's court serves all residents within county lines, including those in Stonecrest. The clerk's office is the right place to request records, ask about a pending case, or submit a new filing.
Note: Stonecrest City Hall does not hold dissolution of marriage records and cannot assist with court filings or copies.
DeKalb County Superior Court Clerk
The DeKalb County Superior Court Clerk manages filings, maintains the case index, and issues certified copies of dissolution decrees. The office is located in Decatur, which is the DeKalb County seat. You can visit in person, submit a request by mail, or in some cases use online tools to look up case information. The DeKalb County judicial system website provides additional contact details and information about court services.
- Address: 556 North McDonough Street, Decatur, GA 30030
- Phone: (404) 371-2836
- Website: dekalbcountyga.gov
- Court: DeKalb County Superior Court
- Judicial Circuit: Stone Mountain Judicial Circuit
When requesting records in person, bring a valid photo ID. Have the full names of the parties and an approximate year of the dissolution if you know it. A case number speeds things up considerably. Mail requests should include a written description of what you need, your contact information, and payment for applicable fees.
Note: Office hours can vary. Call ahead before visiting to confirm hours and any specific requirements for your type of request.
Searching DeKalb County Dissolution Records Online
Several online tools help you search DeKalb County dissolution of marriage records without going to the courthouse. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Authority operates the GSCCCA portal, which indexes court records across Georgia counties including DeKalb. You can search by party name, filter by county, and narrow results by date range to find dissolution cases.
The DeKalb County judicial system page provides an overview of court services and points to online resources for case searches and filings.
From that page you can navigate to clerk services, find filing information, and confirm what records are accessible through the county's online tools.
The GSCCCA portal is often the fastest way to confirm whether a DeKalb dissolution case is in the system. Enter the party's name, select DeKalb County, and review the results. The portal shows case numbers, filing dates, and document types. Older cases from before the portal's index range may not appear, but cases from the past two decades generally do.
Re:SearchGA at researchga.tylerhost.net is another statewide lookup tool that covers DeKalb County Superior Court. It allows searches by party name, case number, and attorney name. Results include the case type, status, and filing date, which is enough to confirm a dissolution and find the right case number before requesting a certified copy.
Note: Online indexes are updated periodically and may not show very recent filings. For the most current case status, contact the clerk's office directly.
Certified Copies of Dissolution Decrees
A certified copy of a dissolution of marriage decree carries the court's official seal and is accepted as legal proof that a dissolution occurred. These are needed for a variety of purposes, including remarriage, name changes on government IDs, updating beneficiary designations, and certain legal proceedings. The DeKalb County Superior Court Clerk issues certified copies for cases filed in DeKalb County.
To get a certified copy, you can visit the clerk's office in Decatur in person, or send a written request by mail. Include the full names of both parties, the approximate year of the dissolution, and the case number if you have it. Fees apply per page and per certification. Confirm the current fee with the clerk before submitting payment, since rates are set by the court and can change.
The GSCCCA eCertification service at ecert.gsccca.org allows you to order certified digital copies of certain court documents online. If the specific DeKalb County case you need is indexed there, this can be a faster option than mailing a request or visiting the courthouse. Check the eCertification portal to see if your case is available before making the trip.
Georgia DPH Dissolution Verifications
The Georgia Department of Public Health maintains a statewide index of dissolution of marriage records for the years 1952 through 1996. This is a verification service. It confirms that a dissolution occurred and provides basic details like party names and the filing county, but it is not a certified copy of the court decree itself.
The GSCCCA Find My Clerk directory helps you locate the correct Superior Court Clerk for any Georgia county, including DeKalb, where Stonecrest dissolution records are held.
This directory is a good first stop if you are unsure which office holds the records you need, particularly for cases involving people who may have moved between counties.
To get a DPH verification for a DeKalb County dissolution, complete Form 3917 and submit it with a $10 fee to the Georgia DPH Vital Records office. Details are at dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords. For dissolutions before 1952 or after 1996, only the county clerk can provide records.
Note: A DPH verification is not a substitute for a certified decree. Use it to confirm basic facts, but request the full decree from the DeKalb County clerk when you need a complete document.
Filing a Dissolution in DeKalb County
If you live in Stonecrest and want to file for dissolution of marriage, you will file with the DeKalb County Superior Court. Georgia requires that at least one spouse have lived in the state for a minimum of six months before filing. After the respondent is properly served, there is a mandatory 30-day waiting period before the court can enter a final decree.
Uncontested cases where both parties agree on property, custody, and support tend to resolve faster. Contested matters can take months or longer depending on the issues involved. The Georgia Courts website offers self-help resources and general information on the dissolution process. For cases involving children or significant assets, consulting an attorney before filing is a practical step.
Georgia's official eFiling system, PeachCourt, lets eligible parties submit filings electronically to courts that accept it. Confirm with the DeKalb County Superior Court Clerk whether eFiling through PeachCourt is currently accepted for dissolution petitions before you start an online submission.
Note: Filing fees must be paid at the time of submission. The clerk's office can tell you the current filing fee before you submit your petition.
DeKalb County Dissolution Of Marriage Records
Dissolution of marriage records for Stonecrest are held at the DeKalb County Superior Court in Decatur. The DeKalb County page has complete details on the clerk's office, case search tools, certified copy procedures, filing information, and local legal resources.