Redan Divorce Records
Redan divorce records are maintained at the DeKalb County Superior Court in Decatur. Redan is an unincorporated community within DeKalb County, so there is no city court - all divorce filings and record requests go directly through the county courthouse on North McDonough Street.
Redan Quick Facts
Where Redan Divorce Records Are Kept
Redan is an unincorporated community in eastern DeKalb County. There is no Redan city government or city court. All divorce records for Redan area residents are held at the DeKalb County Superior Court in Decatur. Clerk Debra DeBerry manages the clerk's office, which maintains the complete civil and domestic case index including all divorces filed in the county. There is no separate records system for Redan - all cases go into the countywide index.
The DeKalb County Superior Court clerk website at https://www.dksuperiorclerk.com/ provides the eCertification portal, case search, and contact information. The eCertification portal lets you search records and order certified copies online without visiting the Decatur courthouse. Redan is about 15 miles from the courthouse, so the online portal is a practical option for most copy requests.
| Court | DeKalb County Superior Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 556 North McDonough Street Ground Floor, Decatur GA 30030 |
| Phone | (404) 687-3800 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | https://www.dksuperiorclerk.com/ |
For in-person visits to the courthouse, bring photo ID and any identifying information about the case. Walk-in requests are handled during business hours. Staff at the clerk's ground-floor counter can run name and case number searches. Older paper records may require a brief retrieval wait, but the DeKalb clerk's office handles these requests efficiently.
Note: Redan addresses are indexed under DeKalb County in all case systems. There is no community-specific index - search by party name rather than by "Redan" as a location.
How to Search Redan Divorce Records
Use the DeKalb County clerk's eCertification portal at https://www.dksuperiorclerk.com/ to search the case index. Enter a party name or case number. Results show the case type, parties, filing date, and status. For Redan area residents, this is the most direct way to access DeKalb County divorce records without driving to Decatur. The portal also handles online copy orders.
GSCCCA at https://www.gsccca.org includes DeKalb County in its statewide divorce index. It's useful for verifying filing locations or searching broadly across counties. Results are free. For certified copies, follow up with the DeKalb County clerk after finding the case number in GSCCCA.
The screenshot below shows the DeKalb County Superior Court Clerk website, where Redan residents can access the case index search and eCertification portal for divorce records.
The DeKalb clerk site features the eCertification portal prominently. The system is straightforward and guides users through searching for a case and ordering copies. It accepts card payments for online orders, making it a convenient option for Redan residents who prefer to handle records requests remotely.
Georgia Courts eAccess at https://georgiacourts.gov/eaccess-court-records/ provides supplemental court record access across the state. Check DeKalb County's coverage for additional options. For copy requests, the DeKalb County clerk at (404) 687-3800 is the primary contact.
Filing for Divorce in Redan
Because Redan is unincorporated, all divorce filings go directly to DeKalb County. Georgia requires six months of state residency before filing per O.C.G.A. § 19-5-2. The filing location is the DeKalb County Superior Court at 556 North McDonough Street in Decatur. Redan has no municipal filing option.
No-fault divorce citing an irretrievably broken marriage is available and widely used. Thirteen fault grounds under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-3 include adultery, desertion, cruel treatment, and others. The no-fault path is simpler for cases where both parties agree. Fault grounds add complexity but can affect how the court handles property and support in a contested case.
Free official forms are at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/. Get the petition, financial affidavit, and parenting plan if children are involved. Complete everything, sign and notarize where required, and file at the DeKalb County clerk's office in Decatur. Pay the filing fee at the counter when you submit.
After filing, serve the other party per O.C.G.A. § 19-5-1. The DeKalb County Sheriff can serve civil papers. A signed acknowledgment of service by the other party is also valid. File the proof with the clerk - the case will not be scheduled for hearing until service is documented.
Redan Divorce Record Fees
Certified copies of divorce decrees from DeKalb County cost $5.00 per copy. This applies to both online eCertification orders and in-person requests. Plain copies are available at a lower rate. Call (404) 687-3800 to confirm the current fee before placing your request. For multi-document requests, ask about the total cost up front.
The Georgia DPH at https://dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords offers divorce verifications for records from 1952 to 1996 at $10 per verification. These are not certified court copies but work for basic confirmation of a divorce during that period. For certified court documents, the DeKalb County clerk is the source.
Online orders through the eCertification portal accept card payments. Mail requests require a check or money order made out to the Clerk of Superior Court, DeKalb County. Do not send cash through the mail. Include return address and case identifying details with every mail request.
Legal Help for Redan Residents
Georgia Legal Aid serves DeKalb County and provides free civil legal assistance to income-qualifying residents. Visit https://www.georgialegalaid.org/ to find the office and apply. Family law cases, including divorce and custody, are within their services. Redan area residents apply through the DeKalb County office.
The Georgia E-Forms system at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/ is free for all filers. Self-represented Redan residents use these official forms to handle basic uncontested divorces. The DeKalb eCertification portal and the GSCCCA search complete the toolkit for handling a simple case without an attorney. The clerk's office can answer procedural questions but cannot give legal advice.
For more complex situations, the State Bar of Georgia referral service can connect you with family law attorneys serving the DeKalb County and eastern metro Atlanta area. Attorneys familiar with the DeKalb County Superior Court are the best resource for contested cases or those involving children, significant property, or uncooperative spouses. A brief consultation is a worthwhile investment before filing anything complex.
DeKalb County Divorce Records
Redan is in DeKalb County. All divorce filings for Redan residents go through the DeKalb County Superior Court. The county page has full details on fees, forms, online search, and getting copies.