Find Pulaski County Divorce Records

Pulaski County divorce records are kept at the Superior Court Clerk's Office in Hawkinsville and cover all divorce cases the court has handled, from the first filing to the final decree. This page tells you how to find Pulaski County divorce records, how to search online, request copies in person or by mail, and where to get legal help if you need it.

Where to Get Pulaski County Divorce Records

The Pulaski County Superior Court Clerk in Hawkinsville is the official keeper of all divorce case files for the county. The office address is 102 South Lumpkin Street, Hawkinsville, GA 31036. Call them at (478) 783-1911. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The clerk handles certified copies, uncertified copies, case file review, and mail-in records requests for all Pulaski County divorce records.

Pulaski County divorce records are public records under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, Georgia's Open Records Act. Any member of the public can request access to a completed divorce file. Records sealed by court order are not publicly accessible, but those are rare. The clerk will let you know if a file is sealed when you inquire.

Hawkinsville is a small city in central Georgia. The courthouse serves all civil and family law cases for Pulaski County. Bring a photo ID when visiting in person. Having the names of both parties and the approximate year the divorce was filed helps staff locate records faster, especially older paper files.

The Georgia Courts E-Access portal screenshot below shows the statewide case search tool that covers Pulaski County civil filings, including divorce cases.

This statewide portal provides basic case status and docket information for Pulaski County divorce cases without needing to visit the courthouse.

Searching Pulaski County Divorce Records

Two main online platforms help you search Pulaski County divorce records before making a trip to the courthouse. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority at gsccca.org provides a statewide index of civil filings, including divorces from Pulaski County. Searches by party name or case number are free for basic lookups. This platform is usually the fastest way to confirm a case exists and get the case number.

Georgia Courts E-Access at georgiacourts.gov/eaccess-court-records/ is a second tool that covers case status and docket data for Superior Court cases statewide. Use both platforms to cross-reference what you find. Neither provides the full case file or certified copies. For those, you still need to contact the Pulaski County clerk's office directly.

Pulaski County is a small, rural county. Some older divorce cases may not appear in any online index because they predate electronic filing. If that's the case, call the clerk at (478) 783-1911 to ask about manual lookup in the physical records. Staff can check paper indexes and confirm whether a case exists in the county's files.

Note: Search under both the petitioner's and respondent's name on GSCCCA. Cases are indexed under both parties. Using only one name may produce no results even when a record does exist.

How Divorce Cases Are Filed in Pulaski County

Divorce cases in Pulaski County are filed with the Superior Court Clerk in Hawkinsville. Georgia law requires at least one spouse to have lived in Georgia for six months before a divorce can be filed, as set out in O.C.G.A. § 19-5-2. The case is typically filed in the county where the defendant lives. If the defendant lives outside Georgia, the plaintiff can file in their home county.

Georgia law under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-3 recognizes thirteen grounds for divorce. Irretrievable breakdown is far and away the most common. It does not require any proof of fault or misconduct by either party. After the defendant is served with the divorce papers, a 30-day waiting period starts. The court cannot issue a final decree until that period ends. Uncontested cases can wrap up soon after. Contested matters involving custody, property, or support take more time.

Free, state-approved divorce forms are available at eforms.georgiacourts.gov. These cover uncontested divorces both with and without minor children. The clerk's staff can direct you to the right form but are not permitted to give legal advice on how to use it.

Copy Fees for Pulaski County Divorce Records

The Pulaski County Superior Court Clerk charges fees for copies of divorce records. The fee depends on whether you need a certified or uncertified copy and how many pages the record contains. Certified copies carry the court seal and are required for legal use, such as remarriage applications, immigration forms, or court filings. Uncertified copies work for personal use but are not accepted as official documents by most agencies or courts.

For divorces from 1952 through 1996, the Georgia Department of Public Health provides a statewide verification service at $10 per request. Submit requests online at dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords. The DPH record confirms the divorce took place but does not include any of the terms from the court order. For the complete record, you need a certified decree from the Pulaski County clerk. Call the office to confirm current copy fees before sending a mail request.

Legal Resources for Pulaski County Residents

Pulaski County residents who need help with a divorce case can access free legal services through Georgia Legal Aid at georgialegalaid.org. Georgia Legal Aid provides free civil legal assistance to qualifying low-income residents statewide. Family law matters, including uncontested divorce filings, are within their scope. Check the site for eligibility guidelines and contact information for the regional office serving Pulaski County.

For those who plan to file without an attorney, the Georgia Courts E-Forms portal at eforms.georgiacourts.gov provides state-approved fillable divorce forms with instructions. If your case is contested or involves disputes over children, property, or support, a private family law attorney is the safer choice. The Georgia State Bar's Lawyer Referral Service can connect you with an attorney who handles family cases in the area.

Note: Pulaski County is part of the Oconee Judicial Circuit. Judges rotate through several counties in the circuit. Ask the clerk when Superior Court is next scheduled in Hawkinsville if you have pending court dates.

Divorce Decrees vs. State Verification Records

Two types of records can relate to a divorce in Georgia. The divorce decree is the actual court order from the Pulaski County Superior Court judge. It contains every term of the dissolution: who gets what property, custody and support for any children, alimony amounts, and name changes granted by the court. Certified copies of this document are issued by the clerk's office. They carry the court's official seal and are the legally binding record of the divorce.

A state verification from the Georgia DPH is a different document entirely. It summarizes the event with basic facts and covers divorces statewide from 1952 through 1996. A DPH verification costs $10 and can be requested at dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords. It does not show any of the terms from the court order. For anything that requires knowing the specific terms of the divorce, only the certified decree from the Pulaski County Superior Court Clerk will work.

Nearby Counties

Pulaski County is in central Georgia and borders several counties with their own divorce record systems.