Search Woodstock Divorce Records
Woodstock divorce records are kept at the Cherokee County Superior Court in Canton - the county seat is Canton, not Woodstock. All divorce filings for Woodstock residents go to the courthouse on North Street in Canton, and this page explains how to search, get copies, and file a new case.
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Where Woodstock Divorce Records Are Kept
Woodstock is one of Cherokee County's larger cities, but the county seat is Canton, and that's where all divorce records are stored. The Cherokee County Superior Court clerk in Canton maintains the full index of divorce and domestic cases. Clerk Patty Baker oversees the office at 90 North Street in Canton. The drive from Woodstock to Canton is about 15 minutes, making it a quick trip when you need to visit in person.
The Cherokee Court Clerk website at https://www.cherokeecourtclerk.com/ provides online case search, fee information, and contact details. The site is a good starting point for any record research. Online case search is available through the clerk's website, making it easy to look up cases without visiting the courthouse.
| Court | Cherokee County Superior Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 90 North Street Suite G-170, Canton GA 30114 |
| Phone | (678) 714-8778 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | https://www.cherokeecourtclerk.com/ |
When visiting the clerk's office in Canton, bring photo ID and any details you have about the case. Staff can search by name or case number. For records not yet in the electronic system, they will pull the physical file. Call ahead for very old records to confirm availability and whether any advance preparation is needed.
How to Search Woodstock Divorce Records
The Cherokee Court Clerk offers an online case search at the clerk's website. Go to https://www.cherokeecourtclerk.com/ and navigate to the case search section. You can look up cases by name or case number. Results show the filing date, parties, case type, and current status. The search covers civil cases including all divorce filings in Cherokee County.
GSCCCA at https://www.gsccca.org includes Cherokee County in its statewide divorce index. If you're uncertain which county handled a case, GSCCCA is a good way to confirm the filing county. Once you locate the case, contact the Cherokee County clerk to request copies. The GSCCCA index is free to search; copy requests go through the county.
The screenshot below shows the Cherokee County Court Clerk website, which Woodstock residents use to search divorce records and access the case index online.
The Cherokee Court Clerk site includes a case search link, fee schedule, and contact information. It's a well-maintained resource that makes record lookups straightforward for Woodstock residents without requiring a trip to Canton.
Georgia Courts eAccess at https://georgiacourts.gov/eaccess-court-records/ may have Cherokee County covered. Check the site for current participation details. For Woodstock residents, the clerk's own website is typically the most complete resource for case searches.
Note: The case search on the Cherokee clerk site covers the electronic index. Paper records from before the digital era may require an in-person or phone request to the clerk's office.
Filing for Divorce in Woodstock
Georgia's six-month residency requirement applies to Woodstock residents. Under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-2, at least one spouse must have lived in Georgia for six months before the filing date. Woodstock residents file at the Cherokee County Superior Court clerk's office in Canton.
No-fault divorce is available when the marriage is irretrievably broken. Fault grounds under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-3 list thirteen specific circumstances, including adultery, desertion, and cruel treatment. Many Woodstock residents choose the no-fault route because it's simpler and faster when both parties agree. If fault grounds apply and you want to raise them, speak with an attorney first to understand the implications.
Official Georgia forms are free at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/. Download the divorce petition, financial affidavit, and parenting plan if needed. Complete them and file at the Cherokee County clerk's office in Canton. The clerk will stamp your copies and issue a case number. Pay the filing fee at the window when you submit.
Serve the other spouse after filing, as required by O.C.G.A. § 19-5-1. The Cherokee County Sheriff can serve papers. An acknowledgment of service signed by the other spouse works too if they are cooperating. File the proof of service with the clerk before the case can be scheduled for hearing.
Woodstock Divorce Record Fees
Cherokee County charges $2.50 for a plain (uncertified) copy and $5.00 for a certified copy of a divorce decree or related document. These rates apply to both in-person and mail requests. If you're not sure whether you need a certified copy, ask the person or agency requesting the document - banks, courts, and government offices usually specify what they require.
For divorces from 1952 through 1996, the Georgia DPH at https://dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords offers verifications for $10 each. This option works when you just need basic confirmation of a divorce during that era. For a certified court copy that includes the actual decree or judgment, contact the Cherokee County clerk directly.
Mail requests to the Cherokee County clerk at 90 North Street Suite G-170, Canton GA 30114 should include party names, approximate filing year, contact information, and payment by check or money order made out to the Clerk of Superior Court. Confirm payment methods by calling (678) 714-8778 before sending your request.
Legal Help for Woodstock Residents
Georgia Legal Aid covers Cherokee County and offers free civil legal services to income-qualifying residents. Visit https://www.georgialegalaid.org/ to find the office for the Cherokee County area and apply online. Family law cases, including divorce and custody, are part of their services. Apply early because wait times can vary depending on demand.
Georgia E-Forms at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/ gives all filers free access to official court forms. For Woodstock residents handling a simple uncontested divorce, these forms combined with the clerk's online case search cover most of what you need. The Cherokee clerk's office staff can also answer basic procedural questions without providing legal advice.
If your case is contested or involves significant assets, children, or domestic concerns, the State Bar of Georgia referral service can connect you with a family law attorney in the Cherokee County area. Canton and Woodstock both have local attorneys who regularly appear in the Cherokee Superior Court. Early legal advice is almost always worth the cost in complicated cases.
Cherokee County Divorce Records
Woodstock is in Cherokee County. All divorce filings for Woodstock residents go through the Cherokee County Superior Court. The county page has full details on fees, forms, online search, and getting copies.