Evans Divorce Records Search
Evans divorce records are maintained at the Columbia County Superior Court on Ronald Reagan Drive. Evans is an unincorporated community in Columbia County rather than an incorporated city, so all divorce filings go directly through the county. This page covers how to search records, get copies, and file a case.
Evans Quick Facts
Where Evans Divorce Records Are Kept
Evans is an unincorporated community - it has no city government or city court. All civic services, including the court system, run through Columbia County. The Columbia County Superior Court at 640 Ronald Reagan Drive in Evans handles all divorce filings for the area. The courthouse serves the entire county and is conveniently located right in Evans itself, since Evans functions as the county's primary population center.
Columbia County's website at https://www.columbiacountyga.gov/ provides access to court services, online case search, and clerk contact information. The Superior Court clerk manages all civil and domestic cases, including divorces. The online search tool covers cases entered into the county's electronic system, making it easy to look up records without a courthouse visit.
| Court | Columbia County Superior Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 640 Ronald Reagan Drive, Evans GA 30809 |
| Phone | (706) 312-7139 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | https://www.columbiacountyga.gov/ |
The courthouse on Ronald Reagan Drive is the only venue for divorce filings and records in the county. Walk-in requests are welcomed during business hours. Staff at the clerk's counter can run name and case number searches. For Evans residents, this courthouse is the single point of contact for all divorce record needs.
Note: Because Evans is unincorporated, there is no city hall or municipal court. Everything goes through Columbia County's court system. This is different from incorporated cities like Augusta, where both city and county resources exist.
How to Search Evans Divorce Records
Columbia County offers online case search at https://www.columbiacountyga.gov/. Go to the Superior Court section and find the case search link. You can search by party name or case number. The results include filing dates, case types, parties, and status. This covers civil cases including all divorce filings in the county and is available free of charge.
GSCCCA at https://www.gsccca.org covers Columbia County in its statewide index. This is a useful backup when you want to verify which county holds a record or search across the region. Columbia County cases are indexed there alongside all other Georgia counties. Copy requests still require direct contact with the Columbia County clerk.
The screenshot below shows the Columbia County government website, where Evans residents can find the Superior Court clerk section and access divorce record searches online.
The Columbia County site is organized and user-friendly. The Superior Court clerk section covers fees, forms, contact information, and case search access. For Evans residents, this is the most complete online resource for divorce records in the area.
Georgia Courts eAccess at https://georgiacourts.gov/eaccess-court-records/ may include Columbia County in its coverage. Check the site to see what's available. For copy requests, the Columbia County clerk remains the primary source.
Filing for Divorce in Evans
Since Evans is unincorporated, divorce filings go through Columbia County directly. Georgia's six-month residency requirement under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-2 applies - at least one spouse must have lived in Georgia for six months before the filing date. The filing location is the Columbia County Superior Court at 640 Ronald Reagan Drive.
No-fault divorce based on an irretrievably broken marriage is available in Georgia. Fault grounds under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-3 include thirteen specific circumstances. Most Evans residents use the no-fault path because it's straightforward and works well when both parties agree. Fault grounds add complexity, but they can matter for how the court handles alimony or property in a disputed case.
Free official court forms are available at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/. Download the divorce petition, domestic relations financial affidavit, and parenting plan if children are involved. Complete each form carefully, sign where required, and file at the Columbia County clerk's counter. Pay the filing fee when you submit the documents.
Service of the divorce petition on the other spouse is governed by O.C.G.A. § 19-5-1. The Columbia County Sheriff can serve papers. An acknowledgment of service signed by the other party works too if they cooperate. The proof of service must be filed with the court clerk before the case can move to hearing.
Evans Divorce Record Fees
Copy fees at the Columbia County Superior Court follow Georgia's standard schedule. Certified copies are available at a per-page rate, with the first page slightly higher than additional pages. The total depends on the length of the document requested. Call (706) 312-7139 for a current fee estimate before sending a mail request.
The Georgia DPH at https://dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords issues divorce verifications for records from 1952 through 1996 at $10 each. This option provides basic confirmation of a divorce during that period. For a certified copy of the actual court file, contact the Columbia County clerk directly.
Mail requests should include the names of both parties, the approximate divorce year, a return address, and payment by check or money order made out to the Clerk of Superior Court, Columbia County. Calling ahead to confirm the exact fee amount for your specific request is always a good idea.
Note: Columbia County's online case search is free to use. Fees only apply when you request physical copies of documents from the clerk's office.
Legal Help for Evans Residents
Georgia Legal Aid covers the CSRA (Central Savannah River Area) region including Columbia County. Visit https://www.georgialegalaid.org/ to find the office serving Evans-area residents and apply for free legal assistance. Family law matters, including divorce and custody, are part of their services. Income requirements apply.
The Georgia E-Forms system at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/ is available to all filers at no cost. Self-represented Evans residents handle uncontested divorces using these forms regularly. The Columbia County clerk's office staff can answer basic procedural questions but cannot give legal advice. These two resources together cover most of what a self-represented filer needs for a simple case.
If you need a lawyer, the State Bar of Georgia referral service can point you to family law attorneys in the Columbia County and Augusta-Richmond area. Evans-based and Augusta-area attorneys practice regularly in the Columbia County Superior Court. A brief paid consultation is especially useful if you're not sure whether your case qualifies as uncontested or if significant assets or custody are involved.
Columbia County Divorce Records
Evans is in Columbia County. All divorce filings for Evans residents go through the Columbia County Superior Court. The county page has full details on fees, forms, online search, and getting copies.