Search Savannah Divorce Records

Savannah divorce records are filed with the Chatham County Superior Court Clerk, which serves as the official custodian of all domestic case documents in the Savannah area. This guide covers how to find records online, request certified copies, and understand what Savannah residents need for divorce filings.

Where Savannah Divorce Records Are Kept

Savannah divorce records are held by the Chatham County Superior Court Clerk. Tammie Mosley serves as the Clerk of Superior Court for Chatham County. All divorce filings, final decrees, and related case documents are maintained at the clerk's office, which has two locations in the Savannah area.

The main courthouse is at 133 Montgomery Street in downtown Savannah. There is also a satellite office at 1117 Eisenhower Drive, Suite C, Savannah GA 31406. Either location can assist with record requests for Chatham County divorce cases. The Civil and Domestic line for the clerk's office handles most divorce record inquiries.

When you call (912) 434-8920, press 1 for Civil and Domestic matters to reach the staff who handle divorce records. They can confirm whether a record exists, explain the copy request process, and let you know current fees. The satellite office at Eisenhower Drive offers the same services for residents in the southside of Savannah.

Note: The clerk's office at the satellite location may have slightly different hours than the main courthouse, so call ahead before making a trip to Eisenhower Drive.

How to Search Savannah Divorce Records

Savannah residents can search Chatham County divorce records through the GSCCCA portal at https://www.gsccca.org. The direct link for Chatham County is https://www.gsccca.org/clerks/clerk-results?cid=25, which shows clerk records specifically from Chatham County. You can search by name, case number, or date range.

The GSCCCA index provides case-level information such as filing date, party names, and document types. Full document images may not always be available online, but the index data is usually enough to identify a case and get the details you need to request copies. For actual certified copies, you'll contact the clerk's office directly.

The screenshot below shows the Chatham County Superior Court Clerk website, which Savannah residents use to access records and contact the Civil and Domestic division.

The Chatham County clerk website also has contact information, office hours, and guidance on mail requests. Checking the site before visiting or calling can save time.

Georgia Courts eAccess at https://georgiacourts.gov/eaccess-court-records/ provides an additional online search option for Savannah area cases. Mail requests to the main courthouse should describe the case clearly and include payment. Call the Civil and Domestic line first to confirm current fees and payment methods.

Filing for Divorce in Savannah

Savannah residents file for divorce at the Chatham County Superior Court. Georgia requires at least one spouse to have been a Georgia resident for six months before filing, per O.C.G.A. § 19-5-2. The case is filed in the superior court of the county where either spouse lives, which for Savannah means Chatham County.

Most Savannah filers choose the no-fault ground of irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. Georgia law under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-3 also allows divorce on fault grounds, including adultery, desertion, and cruel treatment. The choice of grounds can affect outcomes on alimony and property, so it's worth discussing with an attorney if any fault grounds apply.

Georgia E-Forms at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/ has the official forms for Georgia divorce filings. Use these forms for all filings at the Chatham County Superior Court. The petition for divorce, financial affidavit, and any parenting plan documents are available in the family law section of the E-Forms portal.

Under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-1, divorce must be filed in superior court. After you file at 133 Montgomery Street, the other party must be served. Uncontested cases move faster; contested cases may require hearings. The clerk's office can explain local procedures for serving the other party and what to expect after the case is opened.

Savannah Divorce Record Fees

Copy fees at the Chatham County Superior Court follow the standard Georgia court fee schedule. Certified copies cost more than plain copies, and per-page rates apply. Call (912) 434-8920 and press 1 for Civil and Domestic to get current pricing before submitting a mail request or visiting the courthouse.

Certified copies of a final divorce decree are the most commonly requested documents. These are needed for name changes, benefit claims, remarriage in some states, and other legal purposes. Plain copies are fine for personal reference or informal verification. Know which type you need before you request, as the cost differs.

The Georgia Department of Public Health at https://dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords offers divorce record verifications for cases from 1952 through 1996 at a flat fee of $10. This is a useful option if you only need to verify a Savannah-area divorce occurred during those years.

Divorces before 1952 and after 1996 are not in the DPH system. For those, only the Chatham County Superior Court has the official records.

Note: The satellite office at Eisenhower Drive may be more convenient for Savannah residents in the southside and can handle the same copy requests as the main courthouse.

Legal Help for Savannah Residents

Georgia Legal Aid serves Savannah residents who meet income guidelines. Apply online at https://www.georgialegalaid.org/ or call the local office. They handle family law cases and have self-help resources for common divorce questions. Legal aid attorneys can assist with the entire filing process for qualifying Savannah residents.

The Savannah Bar Association and State Bar of Georgia both provide attorney referrals for local family law matters. Savannah has a number of experienced family law attorneys who handle contested and uncontested divorces, custody cases, and related proceedings at the Chatham County Superior Court.

For self-represented Savannah filers, the Georgia E-Forms portal has all the official forms you need. You can also review the Chatham County Superior Court Clerk website at https://superiorcourtclerk.chathamcountyga.gov for any local filing instructions. The clerk's office can answer procedural questions about how to submit your forms and what to expect at each step.

Chatham County Divorce Records

Savannah is in Chatham County. All divorce records for Savannah go through the Chatham County Superior Court. Visit the county page for more details on fees, forms, and search options.

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