Smyrna Divorce Records
Smyrna divorce records are held at the Cobb County Superior Court in Marietta. All divorce filings for Smyrna residents go through that courthouse, and this page explains how to search cases, request copies, understand the fees, and find help with the process.
Smyrna Quick Facts
Where Smyrna Divorce Records Are Kept
Smyrna sits in Cobb County, so all divorce records for the city are maintained by the Cobb County Superior Court clerk in Marietta. The clerk's office keeps the full docket of domestic relations cases, including divorces, separate maintenance actions, and annulments. When you need a copy of a divorce decree or want to look up a past case, this is the office to contact.
The Cobb County Superior Court Clerk website at https://www.cobbsuperiorcourtclerk.com/ gives access to the case index and online search tools. You can look up cases by name or case number. The site also provides information about requesting certified copies and what to bring if you visit in person.
| Court | Cobb County Superior Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 70 Haynes Street, Marietta GA 30090 |
| Phone | (770) 528-1300 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | https://www.cobbsuperiorcourtclerk.com/ |
Smyrna is about 10 miles from the Marietta courthouse. If you plan a walk-in visit, try to arrive before midday to avoid lines at the clerk's counter. Having a case number ready will speed things up, but staff can run name searches if you don't have one.
Note: Some parts of Smyrna extend slightly into Fulton County. If you're not sure which county your address falls in, a quick county boundary check online will clarify before you make the trip.
How to Search Smyrna Divorce Records
Start at the Cobb County Superior Court Clerk website. Their online portal lets you search the case index by party name or case number. You can confirm whether a record exists and get basic case information before deciding whether to order copies. The portal is free to use for index searches.
The GSCCCA at https://www.gsccca.org is another statewide tool. It aggregates records from participating counties, and Cobb County is included. If you are looking for a record but aren't certain it was filed in Cobb, start with GSCCCA's broader search, then narrow down to the county clerk for copies.
The image below shows the Cobb County Superior Court Clerk website, which Smyrna residents can use to search divorce case records and request certified copies.
The site shows case status, filing dates, and party names in search results. For full documents or certified copies, contact the clerk by phone, visit in person, or follow the site's instructions for mail requests.
Georgia Courts eAccess at https://georgiacourts.gov/eaccess-court-records/ is a separate system worth checking. Cobb County's participation in that platform provides another route to case information. For Smyrna residents, the county clerk website is typically the fastest path to what you need.
Filing for Divorce in Smyrna
Georgia law at O.C.G.A. § 19-5-2 requires at least one spouse to be a Georgia resident for six months before filing for divorce. Smyrna residents file at the Cobb County Superior Court in Marietta. The city does not have its own family court.
You can file on no-fault grounds - meaning the marriage is irretrievably broken - or on one of thirteen fault grounds listed in O.C.G.A. § 19-5-3. Fault grounds include adultery, habitual intoxication, desertion, and cruel treatment. The no-fault path is more common and tends to move faster when both parties cooperate.
Official Georgia divorce forms are available at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/. These include the petition for divorce, financial affidavit, and parenting plan. Using the official forms helps ensure your filing is accepted without delay. Download, complete, and bring the finished documents to the Cobb County clerk's office with the filing fee.
Once you file, the other party must be served with the petition. O.C.G.A. § 19-5-1 governs service of process in Georgia divorce cases. The sheriff's office or a private process server can handle service if the spouse won't sign an acknowledgment. The case is held up until service is confirmed.
Note: Uncontested divorces without minor children typically resolve more quickly than contested ones. The Cobb County clerk can tell you the current average processing timeline.
Smyrna Divorce Record Fees
Cobb County has a tiered copy fee structure. For divorce cases that include a settlement agreement, a regular (uncertified) copy costs $9.00, and a certified copy costs $24.00. For cases without a settlement agreement, a regular copy is $3.00, and a certified copy is $10.00. These are among the more detailed fee schedules in Georgia, so knowing which type of case you're requesting before you go is useful.
The Georgia Department of Public Health handles divorce verifications for records from 1952 through 1996. Their office is at https://dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords, and the fee is $10 per verification. A DPH verification is different from a certified court copy - it confirms a divorce occurred but does not include the full case documents.
Payment at the Cobb clerk's office can be made by check, money order, or credit card. For mail requests, a check or money order is typically required. Confirm current payment methods with the office before sending anything.
Legal Help for Smyrna Residents
Georgia Legal Aid serves Cobb County residents and offers free civil legal help to those who qualify financially. Their website at https://www.georgialegalaid.org/ lists local offices, eligibility requirements, and how to apply. Family law, including divorce, is one of their core practice areas.
Self-represented filers can also turn to the Georgia E-Forms site at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/ for free official court forms. These are accepted by Cobb County Superior Court and cover everything you need for a basic divorce filing. For more complex situations - those involving contested property, custody disputes, or domestic violence - speaking with an attorney first is worth the time and cost.
The State Bar of Georgia has a referral service for those looking to hire a family law attorney in the Smyrna and Cobb County area. A first consultation with a local lawyer can help you understand whether your case is straightforward enough to handle alone or whether legal representation is the safer choice.
Cobb County Divorce Records
Smyrna is in Cobb County. All divorce filings for Smyrna residents go through the Cobb County Superior Court. The county page has full details on fees, forms, online search, and getting copies.