Glynn County Divorce Records

Glynn County divorce records are kept by the Superior Court Clerk in Brunswick and include every dissolution case filed in the county, from simple uncontested decrees to contested proceedings involving property and custody. This guide explains how to search Glynn County divorce records online, how to request certified copies in person or by mail, and what legal resources are available to county residents working through a divorce.

Where to Get Glynn County Divorce Records

The Glynn County Superior Court Clerk in Brunswick is the official custodian of all divorce records filed in Glynn County. The office is located on H Street in downtown Brunswick. Staff can look up cases by party name or case number and produce certified copies of final decrees and related documents on request. Glynn County is part of the Brunswick Judicial Circuit, which handles a significant volume of family law cases in the Georgia coastal region.

Divorce records are public documents under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70. Any person may request access unless the case has been sealed by a judge. Most routine divorce cases are open. The clerk will indicate if a specific file is restricted when you inquire.

The courthouse is in central Brunswick. Street and lot parking are available in the area. If you are coming from St. Simons Island or Jekyll Island, plan for the bridge crossing and midday traffic on U.S. 17. Calling ahead to confirm that the record you need is accessible and not archived off-site is always a good idea.

The screenshot below is from the Glynn County official website at glynncounty.org, which provides contact information and links to clerk services.

The site has general information about county government services, and the clerk's section lists contact details for requesting court documents.

Online Search for Glynn County Divorce Records

Glynn County participates in the Georgia E-Access online court records system at georgiacourts.gov/eaccess-court-records/. The portal allows free searches by name or case number and returns basic case information including filing date, parties, and case status. For electronically filed cases, some document images may be available directly through the portal.

The GSCCCA statewide index at gsccca.org is another free starting point. It indexes Superior Court filings across Georgia, including Glynn County, and shows basic docket information. Neither portal replaces the clerk when you need a certified copy, but both are useful for locating a case number before making a formal request.

Note: Online availability of document images varies by case age and filing type. Cases filed on paper before the court went electronic may require an in-person request or mail request to access the documents.

Glynn County Divorce Filing Process

Under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-2, at least one spouse must have been a Georgia resident for six months before filing for divorce. The divorce complaint is filed with the Superior Court in the county where the defendant resides. If the defendant lives outside Georgia, you may file in the county where you live.

Georgia law at O.C.G.A. § 19-5-3 recognizes thirteen grounds for divorce. The most common in uncontested cases is irretrievable breakdown of the marriage, which does not require proving fault by either party. Once the complaint is filed and the defendant is properly served, Georgia imposes a 30-day waiting period before a judge can sign a final decree. Simple agreed cases can conclude close to that minimum. Any contested issue, whether over custody, support, or property, extends the timeline considerably.

Free state-approved divorce forms are available at eforms.georgiacourts.gov. These cover basic uncontested divorces with and without minor children.

Glynn County Divorce Record Copy Fees

Glynn County follows Georgia's standard fee framework for certified court documents. Certified copies of a divorce decree typically cost $2.50 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page. Uncertified plain copies are less expensive. Some counties also charge a search or retrieval fee for older records that must be located in archive storage.

Call the clerk at (912) 554-7274 to confirm the current fees before visiting or mailing payment. For mail requests, send a check or money order payable to the Glynn County Clerk of Superior Court at the H Street address. Include the names of both parties, approximate filing year, document type needed, and your contact information so the clerk can reach you if there are questions.

Legal Help in Glynn County

Georgia Legal Aid at georgialegalaid.org serves Glynn County residents who qualify based on income and provides free civil legal help for uncontested divorce cases, child support, and related family matters. The Georgia State Bar Lawyer Referral Service can connect you with a private family law attorney if your case is contested or involves complex property or custody issues.

The state E-Forms portal at eforms.georgiacourts.gov offers free downloadable forms for self-represented filers. The instructions explain which forms to use, how to complete them, and how to file with the clerk. For straightforward cases, many people in Glynn County handle uncontested filings on their own using these materials.

Divorce Decrees vs. Divorce Certificates in Glynn County

The divorce decree is the full court order signed by the judge. It contains all the terms of the divorce and is the document that legally dissolves the marriage. Certified copies come from the Glynn County clerk. The decree is what most agencies, employers, and courts want to see when a divorced status must be verified with terms.

The Georgia Department of Public Health issues divorce certificates, which are brief summaries of the event. DPH only covers divorces from 1952 through 1996. For divorces outside that range, the court decree is your only option. A DPH verification costs $10 and can be started at dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords. For most legal uses, the certified decree from the Glynn County clerk is what you need.

Nearby Counties

Glynn County is located on Georgia's coast and borders several other counties served by the Brunswick Judicial Circuit and nearby circuits.