Access Newnan Divorce Records

Newnan divorce records are stored at the Coweta County Superior Court, right in Newnan itself - the city serves as the county seat. Whether you need to find an old case or start a new filing, the courthouse on Greenville Street is where all divorce matters are handled.

Where Newnan Divorce Records Are Kept

Newnan is Coweta County's seat, meaning the county courthouse is inside the city. The Coweta County Superior Court handles all divorce filings for Newnan residents, and the clerk's office maintains the permanent record. This convenient location means Newnan residents never have to travel far to access their divorce records.

Coweta County's website at https://www.coweta.ga.us/ provides court information, online case search access, and clerk contact details. The Superior Court clerk is responsible for all civil and domestic records in the county. You can search cases online, request copies by mail, or visit the clerk's office in person on Greenville Street.

Walk-in service is available at the clerk's office during regular business hours. Bring photo ID and any details you have about the case - names, filing year, or case number. The clerk's staff can run index searches while you wait in most cases. For older records that may be archived, there could be a short wait while staff retrieves the file.

Note: Online case search covers cases entered into the electronic system. Older cases may only be in paper format, which requires an in-person or mail request to access.

How to Search Newnan Divorce Records

Coweta County offers online case search through its website at https://www.coweta.ga.us/. Navigate to the Superior Court clerk section and look for the case search link. You can search by name, case number, or date range. This works well for cases filed in the past two decades or so, when electronic records became standard.

The GSCCCA portal at https://www.gsccca.org covers Coweta County in its statewide divorce index. This is a good complement to the county search, particularly if you are checking whether a divorce was filed in Coweta or a neighboring county. GSCCCA searches are free, and results link to the county of record so you know where to request copies.

Below is a screenshot of the Georgia DPH vital records site, which offers divorce verifications for the 1952 to 1996 period - a resource available to all Georgia residents including those in Newnan.

The DPH verification service covers the 1952 to 1996 window only. For records outside that range, the Coweta County Superior Court is the source for certified copies. The DPH site explains the request process and what documents to include.

Georgia Courts eAccess at https://georgiacourts.gov/eaccess-court-records/ may provide additional case search options if Coweta County participates. Check the site to see what's available. For most Newnan residents, the county website is the most direct starting point for record searches.

Filing for Divorce in Newnan

Georgia requires at least one spouse to have lived in the state for six months before filing for divorce. This is set by O.C.G.A. § 19-5-2. Newnan residents file at the Coweta County Superior Court. Since the courthouse is in town, the process is especially convenient compared to cities where the county seat is elsewhere.

Both no-fault and fault-based divorce are available in Georgia. The no-fault ground - that the marriage is irretrievably broken - is used in most cases. Fault grounds under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-3 cover thirteen specific circumstances, from adultery to mental incapacity at the time of marriage. If fault grounds are relevant to your situation, discussing them with an attorney before filing can help you understand the impact on property and support.

Official forms for Georgia divorce cases are available free at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/. Download the petition, financial affidavit, and parenting plan if applicable. Fill them out completely before going to the clerk's office. The filing fee is paid at the counter when you submit your paperwork.

Once you file, serve the other spouse per O.C.G.A. § 19-5-1. The Coweta County Sheriff's office can serve papers. If both spouses are on the same page about the divorce, a signed acknowledgment of service works too and saves time. The case moves forward once service is complete.

Newnan Divorce Record Fees

Copy fees at the Coweta County Superior Court follow the state schedule. Certified copies are typically a few dollars per page, with the first page costing more than additional pages. The exact fee depends on the document length. Call (770) 254-2690 to confirm the current rate before sending a mail request.

The Georgia DPH offers divorce verifications at $10 each for records from 1952 to 1996. Access the service at https://dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords. This option works when you just need to confirm that a divorce happened during that period, but for certified copies of the actual court file, you need to contact Coweta County directly.

When mailing a copy request to the Coweta County clerk, include both parties' names, the approximate divorce year, a daytime contact number, and a check or money order made out to the Clerk of Superior Court. Cash is not accepted for mail requests.

Legal Help for Newnan Residents

Georgia Legal Aid covers the West Georgia region, which includes Coweta County. Visit https://www.georgialegalaid.org/ to find the office serving Newnan and apply for free legal assistance if you meet the income criteria. They handle family law cases including divorce, child custody, and support modifications.

For self-represented filers, the Georgia E-Forms site at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/ has everything you need to start a basic divorce case. The forms are official, accepted in Coweta County Superior Court, and free to download. Many Newnan residents handle uncomplicated, uncontested divorces on their own using these tools, particularly when there are no children and both parties agree on all terms.

If you decide to hire an attorney, the State Bar of Georgia referral service connects you with family law practitioners in the Coweta County area. Newnan has local attorneys who regularly practice in the Superior Court. An initial consultation can help you assess your options before committing to a legal strategy.

Note: If domestic violence is a factor in your case, contact the clerk's office about the process for obtaining a temporary protective order, which can be filed at the same courthouse.

Coweta County Divorce Records

Newnan is in Coweta County. All divorce filings for Newnan residents go through the Coweta County Superior Court. The county page has full details on fees, forms, online search, and getting copies.

View Coweta County Divorce Records