Warner Robins Dissolution Of Marriage Records
Warner Robins is the largest city in Houston County, and dissolution of marriage records for Warner Robins residents are maintained by the Houston County Superior Court Clerk in Perry, the county seat. This page explains where those records are filed, how to search for dissolution cases, how to request certified copies of final decrees, and what steps apply if you are a Warner Robins resident filing a new dissolution case in Houston County.
Warner Robins Quick Facts
Where Warner Robins Dissolution Records Are Filed
Warner Robins is the largest city in Houston County, but the county seat is Perry, which is about 12 miles south. That matters for dissolution of marriage records because the Houston County Superior Court Clerk is located in Perry, not in Warner Robins. All dissolution filings, case files, and final decrees for Houston County residents, including those who live in Warner Robins, are maintained by the clerk's office in Perry.
Georgia law requires that dissolution of marriage cases be filed in the Superior Court of the county where at least one spouse lives. For Warner Robins residents, that means Houston County Superior Court in Perry. The clerk's office there is the sole official keeper of those records and the right place to go for certified copies or to submit a new filing.
Note: Warner Robins does not have a Superior Court or family law court. All dissolution matters go through the Houston County courthouse in Perry.
Houston County Superior Court Clerk
The Houston County Superior Court Clerk is the official office for dissolution of marriage filings and records in Houston County. The courthouse is located in Perry. The clerk's office handles new filings, case record requests, and certified copies of decrees. Most requests can be handled in person during regular business hours or by mail.
- Address: 201 Perry Parkway, Perry, GA 31069
- Phone: (478) 218-4720
- Court: Houston County Superior Court
- Judicial Circuit: Houston Judicial Circuit
The drive from central Warner Robins to Perry is typically 15 to 20 minutes. Bring a photo ID when visiting in person, and have the names of both parties and an approximate dissolution year ready if you do not know the case number. Mail requests should include a written description of the records you need, your contact information, and the correct fee payment. The clerk's office can tell you current fees before you send a request.
Note: Do not send cash by mail. Use a check or money order made out to the clerk's office.
Searching Houston County Dissolution Cases Online
Online tools can help you find Houston County dissolution of marriage records without making the trip to Perry. The GSCCCA portal at gsccca.org covers Houston County and lets you search by party name. Filter results by county and date range to narrow down dissolution cases. The portal returns case numbers, filing dates, and document types for indexed records.
The GSCCCA portal is the main statewide case search tool for Georgia Superior Court records, including Houston County dissolution of marriage cases filed by Warner Robins residents.
Using this tool, Warner Robins residents can search for Houston County dissolution cases, find case numbers, and determine what records are in the system before contacting the clerk in Perry.
Re:SearchGA at researchga.tylerhost.net is another statewide system that covers Houston County Superior Court. Searches by party name, case number, or attorney return case type, filing date, and current status. This helps you confirm a case exists and get its number before requesting documents from the Houston County clerk.
For cases that do not appear in online indexes, call the clerk's office or visit in person. Older records are held in courthouse archives and can be accessed by staff when you provide the right identifying details.
Note: Online case indexes may not include all older filings. Call the clerk if you cannot find what you need in an online search.
Certified Copies of Dissolution Decrees
A certified copy of a dissolution of marriage decree is a court-sealed document that serves as official proof of the dissolution. It is commonly required for applying for a new marriage license, changing your name with the Social Security Administration or DMV, updating insurance policies, and legal proceedings. The Houston County Superior Court Clerk issues certified copies for all dissolution cases in the county.
Request a certified copy in person at the Perry courthouse or by mail. Provide the full names of both parties, the year of the dissolution, and the case number if you have it. The clerk will confirm the fee when you contact the office. Both a per-page copy fee and a certification fee apply. The total cost is typically modest but varies by document length.
The GSCCCA eCertification portal at ecert.gsccca.org allows you to order certified digital copies of court documents online when they are available in the system. Check whether the Houston County case you need is indexed in eCertification before using that option.
Georgia DPH Dissolution Verification Records
The Georgia Department of Public Health maintains a statewide index of dissolution of marriage records for the period 1952 through 1996. This index covers Houston County dissolutions from those years. A DPH verification is not a certified copy of the court decree. It confirms basic facts about the dissolution, including the parties' names and the county of filing, but does not include decree terms or other case details.
The Georgia Courts website provides information about Georgia's Superior Court system, self-help resources for dissolution of marriage cases, and guidance for people who need to file or access records in any county including Houston.
This site is a useful starting point for Warner Robins residents who want to understand the dissolution process in Houston County before visiting the courthouse in Perry.
To request a DPH verification for a Houston County dissolution, submit Form 3917 with a $10 fee to the Georgia DPH Vital Records office at dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords. For dissolutions outside the 1952 to 1996 range, the Houston County Superior Court Clerk is the only source.
Note: A DPH verification confirms a dissolution happened. For the full legal document, request a certified decree from the Houston County clerk.
Filing a Dissolution as a Warner Robins Resident
Warner Robins residents who want to file for dissolution of marriage will go to the Houston County Superior Court Clerk's office in Perry to start the process. At least one spouse must have been a Georgia resident for six months before filing. After the respondent is properly served, a mandatory 30-day waiting period must pass before the court can enter a final decree.
Uncontested dissolutions where both parties agree on property, support, and custody tend to proceed faster. Contested cases take more time and often require hearings. The Georgia Courts website has general guidance and self-help materials. For cases involving children, significant assets, or complex financial situations, legal advice before filing is a practical step that tends to prevent problems later.
Georgia's eFiling platform PeachCourt allows electronic submissions in courts that accept it. Confirm with the Houston County Superior Court Clerk whether dissolution petitions can be filed through PeachCourt before starting an electronic submission.
Note: Confirm current filing fees with the Houston County clerk before submitting your petition. Fees are paid at the time of filing.
Older and Historical Dissolution Records
Houston County dissolution records going back many decades are held in the clerk's archives in Perry. For genealogical research or very old cases, the Georgia Archives in Morrow holds historical court records from counties across the state, including Houston. The Georgia Archives can be a useful resource when courthouse records are incomplete or when you need documentation from the early 20th century or earlier.
For dissolution verifications from the 1952 to 1996 period, the Georgia DPH Vital Records office is the primary resource. For all other time periods, the Houston County Superior Court Clerk in Perry is the right office. The GSCCCA Find My Clerk directory at gaclerks.org can help you confirm contact information for the Houston County clerk if you need to verify details before reaching out.
Houston County Dissolution Of Marriage Records
All dissolution of marriage records for Warner Robins residents are maintained by the Houston County Superior Court Clerk in Perry. The Houston County page covers the clerk's office in full, including case search tools, certified copy procedures, filing requirements, and legal resources available to county residents.