Warner Robins Divorce Records
Warner Robins divorce records are maintained by the Houston County Superior Court, which is located in Perry , the county seat of Houston County. Even though Warner Robins is the largest city in Houston County, the courthouse is in Perry, and that's where all Warner Robins residents must go for divorce filings and record requests.
Warner Robins Quick Facts
Where Warner Robins Divorce Records Are Kept
Warner Robins is the biggest city in Houston County, but the county seat is Perry, and that's where the Houston County Superior Court is located. All divorce records for Warner Robins , going back as far as records exist , are held at the courthouse in Perry. There is no Warner Robins courthouse for domestic matters.
The Houston County Superior Court in Perry handles all civil and domestic filings for the county. The clerk's office maintains divorce case files, decrees, and related documents. Staff can search records by party name or case number and can assist with in-person requests, mail requests, and copy pricing questions.
| Court | Houston County Superior Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 201 Perry Parkway, Perry GA 31069 |
| Phone | (478) 218-4800 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | https://www.houstoncountyga.gov/ |
Perry is about 15 miles south of Warner Robins along US-41 and GA-247. The drive from most parts of Warner Robins takes about 20 to 25 minutes. If you're mailing a request, use the Perry address above. Online search options can help you gather case information before making the trip.
Note: The Warner Robins city government handles local services but has no role in court records; the Houston County Superior Court in Perry is the only place for divorce document requests.
How to Search Warner Robins Divorce Records
Houston County has an online case search system that Warner Robins residents can use to look up divorce cases before contacting the courthouse. Access this through the Houston County government site at https://www.houstoncountyga.gov/. The search returns basic case information for civil and domestic cases filed in the county.
The GSCCCA statewide portal at https://www.gsccca.org indexes Houston County records. This is a useful secondary search option, especially if you're not sure which year the case was filed. GSCCCA searches are free and available without an account. You can search by the names of both parties and get the case number that way.
The screenshot below shows the Houston County government website and the Superior Court records access portal available to Warner Robins residents.
Once you have a case number from an online search, calling the clerk at (478) 218-4800 is faster than visiting in person for a simple copy request. Staff can confirm the page count and fee, and you can then decide whether to visit or mail your request.
Georgia Courts eAccess at https://georgiacourts.gov/eaccess-court-records/ may also include Houston County case data. For in-person visits, the courthouse in Perry is open Monday through Friday. Mail requests should include the names of both parties, the approximate filing year, and payment for the copy fee.
Filing for Divorce in Warner Robins
Warner Robins residents file for divorce at the Houston County Superior Court in Perry. Georgia requires at least one spouse to have lived in Georgia for six months before filing, per O.C.G.A. § 19-5-2. You file in the county where either spouse resides, which for Warner Robins residents means Houston County.
The no-fault ground , that the marriage is irretrievably broken , works for most Warner Robins divorce filings. Georgia also has fault grounds under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-3, including adultery, desertion, and habitual intoxication. Whether fault grounds matter to your case depends on the specific facts and what you're seeking in terms of property or alimony.
Divorce is a superior court matter under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-1. Official Georgia divorce forms are at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/. File completed forms at the Houston County Superior Court clerk in Perry. After filing, serve the other party. Uncontested cases can be finalized through a consent order. Contested cases go before a judge in Houston County.
Robins Air Force Base is in Warner Robins, and some residents or their spouses may be active duty military. Military divorce cases can involve additional rules under federal law regarding service member rights, pension division, and jurisdiction. If one spouse is active duty, consulting a Georgia family law attorney familiar with military divorce issues is recommended before filing.
Warner Robins Divorce Record Fees
Copy fees at the Houston County Superior Court follow the standard Georgia court schedule. Certified copies cost more than plain copies. Call the clerk at (478) 218-4800 to ask about current per-page rates before sending a mail request or visiting the courthouse in Perry. Fee schedules can change, and the clerk can give you the exact current cost.
For most requests, a certified copy of the final decree is what people need. That document is usually a few pages. If you need the full file , which might include the original petition, interim orders, financial disclosures, and the final decree , the page count adds up. Ask the clerk to estimate the total before you pull the entire file.
The Georgia Department of Public Health at https://dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords offers divorce verifications for cases from 1952 through 1996 at $10 each. This is a useful option if you only need a basic verification for a Warner Robins-area divorce during that period.
For divorces before 1952 or after 1996, only the Houston County Superior Court has the official records. DPH doesn't cover those dates.
Legal Help for Warner Robins Residents
Georgia Legal Aid serves Warner Robins and Houston County. Apply online at https://www.georgialegalaid.org/ to see if you qualify for free legal assistance. They handle divorce, custody, and related family law matters, and their self-help section covers many common questions for Georgia filers.
The Central Georgia Bar Association and the State Bar of Georgia both provide attorney referrals for Houston County family law cases. Warner Robins has local family law attorneys who file regularly at the Houston County Superior Court in Perry and are familiar with local procedures and the assigned judges. A consultation with one of them can help clarify what to expect in your case.
Pro se Warner Robins filers can use the Georgia E-Forms portal at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/ for official forms. The Houston County Superior Court clerk in Perry can explain local filing requirements and point you to any self-help materials the court provides. Making one call before you file can prevent rejected submissions and unnecessary delays.
Note: Warner Robins residents who are also military personnel or spouses should ask specifically about whether any military-specific rules affect their case before filing at the Houston County courthouse.
Houston County Divorce Records
Warner Robins is in Houston County. All divorce records for Warner Robins go through the Houston County Superior Court. Visit the county page for more details on fees, forms, and search options.