Search Glascock County Divorce Records

Glascock County divorce records are held by the Superior Court Clerk in Gibson, Georgia, and cover every divorce case filed in the county, including final decrees, separation agreements, and custody orders. This page explains how to find and request Glascock County divorce records, what the process looks like for in-person and mail requests, and where to get help if you are navigating a divorce case in this small rural county.

Where to Get Glascock County Divorce Records

The Glascock County Superior Court Clerk in Gibson is the official keeper of all divorce records filed in the county. Glascock is one of Georgia's smallest counties by population, and the clerk's office reflects that scale. Staff handle a manageable caseload and can usually locate records quickly when you call or visit. The office is in Gibson, which is the county seat.

Glascock County is part of a judicial circuit that shares resources with neighboring counties. Because of the small size, many residents drive to a neighboring county's legal services office for certain needs. Still, the clerk's office in Gibson remains the only official source for certified divorce documents for cases filed in Glascock County.

Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, divorce records are presumptively public in Georgia. The clerk must allow access unless the file has been sealed by a judge. In a small county like Glascock, sealing is rare. If you have the names of the parties and a rough date, the clerk can usually locate the file without a case number.

The Georgia DPH vital records site at dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords provides an overview of what is available through state channels. For cases from 1952 through 1996, a divorce verification is available for $10.

Note: Because Glascock County is small, the clerk's office may have limited staff. Calling ahead to confirm hours and current processing times before visiting is strongly recommended.

Online Search and Remote Access Options

Glascock County participates in the Georgia E-Access portal at georgiacourts.gov/eaccess-court-records/. This free tool lets you search by party name or case number across participating Georgia counties. Not every county has fully digitized older records, so some older Glascock filings may not appear in the portal.

The GSCCCA statewide index at gsccca.org also includes Glascock County. You can search for a case there at no cost. The index shows basic filing information. Document images, when available, may require a login or a fee through the portal.

The screenshot below is from the GSCCCA statewide portal at gsccca.org, which indexes all Georgia Superior Court records including Glascock County divorce filings.

The GSCCCA is free to search and a practical first step before calling or writing to the Glascock County clerk.

For a small county like Glascock, getting a case number from the online portals before contacting the clerk is especially useful. The clerk's office handles both the search and the copy request, and having a case number ready saves time for everyone.

Glascock County Divorce Filing Requirements

Filing for divorce in Glascock County follows the same state rules that apply across Georgia. At least one spouse must have lived in Georgia for six months prior to filing, per O.C.G.A. § 19-5-2. The case is filed in the county where the defendant resides. If the defendant lives outside Georgia, you may file in Glascock County if that is where you live.

Georgia recognizes thirteen grounds for divorce under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-3. Most uncontested cases use irretrievable breakdown of the marriage as the ground. After filing and serving the other party, a 30-day waiting period must pass before a judge signs the final decree. Agreed cases often resolve near that minimum; contested cases take much longer.

State-approved forms are free at eforms.georgiacourts.gov. These forms cover basic uncontested divorces. For contested cases involving disputed property or custody, a private attorney is strongly advisable.

Copy Fees and Request Process

Glascock County follows Georgia's standard fee structure for court document copies. Certified copies generally cost around $2.50 for the first page and $0.50 for each page after that. Plain copies without certification are less expensive. Call the clerk at (706) 598-2084 for the current fee schedule before sending payment.

For mail requests, write to the Glascock County Clerk of Superior Court at 62 Main Street, Gibson, GA 30810. Include the full names of both parties, approximate year of filing, type of document needed, and your return contact information. Enclose a check or money order for the estimated copy cost. The clerk will contact you if additional payment is needed.

Legal Help for Glascock County Residents

Glascock County is served by Georgia Legal Aid at georgialegalaid.org, which provides free civil legal services to income-eligible Georgia residents. Their regional offices cover rural counties like Glascock and can assist with uncontested divorce filings, child support, and related family law matters. The Georgia State Bar also has a lawyer referral program if you need a private attorney.

Self-represented filers can use the forms at eforms.georgiacourts.gov. The site walks you through which forms to use and how to complete them. For a straightforward uncontested case with no children and limited property, many people are able to file without an attorney using these tools.

Divorce Decrees vs. Divorce Certificates

A divorce decree is the full court order signed by the judge. It spells out all the terms of the divorce and is issued by the Superior Court. Certified copies come from the Glascock County clerk. A divorce certificate, by contrast, is a brief summary issued by the Georgia Department of Public Health. The DPH only has records from 1952 through 1996.

For most legal uses, including remarriage, a name change, or immigration matters, you need the certified decree from the court. The DPH certificate is sometimes used for general verification purposes but does not substitute for the decree when specific terms of the divorce are needed. Both documents serve distinct purposes, and knowing which one you need before you request it saves time and money.

Nearby Counties

Glascock County sits in east-central Georgia and borders several counties with their own Superior Court clerks for divorce filings and records.