Sugar Hill Divorce Records
Sugar Hill divorce records are held at the Gwinnett County Superior Court in Lawrenceville. All divorce cases for Sugar Hill residents go through Gwinnett County, and this page covers how to search those records, request copies, and understand the process for filing a new case.
Sugar Hill Quick Facts
Where Sugar Hill Divorce Records Are Kept
Sugar Hill is a city in Gwinnett County, and all divorce records for city residents are maintained at the Gwinnett County Superior Court in Lawrenceville. The clerk's office manages the complete civil and domestic case index for the county. Sugar Hill has no separate court system - all divorce matters go through the county courthouse on Langley Drive in Lawrenceville.
The Gwinnett County courts website at https://gwinnettcountycourts.org/ gives online access to the case search portal, clerk contact information, and copy request procedures. The Civil Records division at (770) 822-8110 handles divorce and civil case copy requests. Mail copy requests to PO Box 880, Lawrenceville GA 30046 rather than the courthouse address.
| Court | Gwinnett County Superior Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville GA 30046 |
| Phone | (770) 822-8100 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | https://gwinnettcountycourts.org/ |
Sugar Hill is about 20 miles from the Lawrenceville courthouse. For most copy requests, using the online case search to locate the case and then calling the Civil Records division is more practical than making the drive. Walk-in visits are possible during regular hours for in-person requests if needed.
Note: Mail all copy requests to PO Box 880 in Lawrenceville, not to the physical courthouse address. Using the PO Box ensures your request routes to the right department without delay.
How to Search Sugar Hill Divorce Records
The Gwinnett County courts portal at https://gwinnettcountycourts.org/ has a case search tool. Search by party name or case number. Results include case type, parties, filing date, and status. This covers all civil cases in Gwinnett County, including divorce, and is free to use. For Sugar Hill residents, this portal is the fastest way to confirm whether a divorce record exists in the county system.
The GSCCCA at https://www.gsccca.org provides statewide coverage including Gwinnett County. It's useful for broader searches or when you're not sure which county handled a case. GSCCCA search results are free; copy requests go to the Gwinnett Civil Records division once you have the case information.
The screenshot below shows the Gwinnett County courts website, which Sugar Hill residents can use to search divorce case records and find Civil Records division contact information.
The Gwinnett courts site is well-organized and comprehensive. The case search function covers a wide range of years and case types. The Civil Records section gives the specific contact for divorce and civil copy requests. For Sugar Hill residents, this is the main online tool for divorce record research.
Georgia Courts eAccess at https://georgiacourts.gov/eaccess-court-records/ may also include Gwinnett County. Check for current participation. For copies, always use the Civil Records division at (770) 822-8110 as the contact.
Filing for Divorce in Sugar Hill
Georgia requires at least one spouse to have been a Georgia resident for six months before filing under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-2. Sugar Hill residents file at the Gwinnett County Superior Court in Lawrenceville. The city does not have a local divorce court.
No-fault divorce is available to all Georgia residents and is the most commonly used option. Fault grounds are listed in O.C.G.A. § 19-5-3 and cover thirteen specific circumstances. Sugar Hill is a growing suburban community, and many divorce cases filed in Gwinnett County are straightforward uncontested cases where both parties agree. If your case is contested or involves children, getting legal help before filing is a wise step.
Official forms are at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/. Download the petition, financial affidavit, and parenting plan if applicable. Complete and sign everything, notarize where required, and file at the Gwinnett County clerk's office. Pay the filing fee when you submit.
Service of process is required under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-1. The Gwinnett County Sheriff handles service. A signed acknowledgment by the other party also works. File proof of service with the clerk before the case can advance to any hearing.
Sugar Hill Divorce Record Fees
Gwinnett County's copy fees for divorce records follow Georgia's standard certified document schedule. Contact the Civil Records division at (770) 822-8110 for a current fee estimate. They can provide a quote based on the document type and estimated page count for your specific request. This is the most accurate way to determine the cost before sending payment.
The Georgia DPH at https://dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords offers divorce verifications for records from 1952 to 1996 at $10 each. These are state vital records documents, not certified court copies. For certified copies from the Gwinnett County case file, the Civil Records division is the right contact.
All mail payments should be checks or money orders made out to the Gwinnett County Clerk of Superior Court. Send to PO Box 880, Lawrenceville GA 30046. Do not mail cash. Include the case details and a return address so the copies can be sent back to you once prepared.
Legal Help for Sugar Hill Residents
Georgia Legal Aid serves Gwinnett County with free civil legal services for income-qualifying residents. Visit https://www.georgialegalaid.org/ to find the Gwinnett office and apply. Divorce and family law cases are part of their services. Sugar Hill residents apply through the Gwinnett County office and are evaluated based on the same income criteria as all Gwinnett residents.
The Georgia E-Forms system at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/ gives all filers free access to official court forms. These are accepted by the Gwinnett County Superior Court and cover the full range of documents needed for a basic divorce filing. Self-represented Sugar Hill filers handle straightforward uncontested cases with these forms regularly.
If your case involves disputed custody, significant property, or an uncooperative spouse, the State Bar of Georgia referral service can connect you with a family law attorney in the Gwinnett County area. Sugar Hill is well within the service area for many Gwinnett-area attorneys who practice in the Lawrenceville courthouse. An early consultation is always a smart move in contested cases.
Gwinnett County Divorce Records
Sugar Hill is in Gwinnett County. All divorce filings for Sugar Hill residents go through the Gwinnett County Superior Court. The county page has full details on fees, forms, online search, and getting copies.