Dunwoody Court Records Access
Dunwoody court records come from two levels of the Georgia court system: the Dunwoody Municipal Court, which handles city ordinance violations and traffic citations within the city, and the DeKalb County Superior Court, which covers felony criminal cases, civil matters, and family law filings for the entire county. Dunwoody was incorporated in 2008, making it one of the newer Georgia cities with its own municipal court system. This page covers how to search for and access Dunwoody court records online and in person.
Dunwoody Quick Facts
Dunwoody Municipal Court Records
Dunwoody Municipal Court handles traffic citations, city ordinance violations, and misdemeanor cases that occur within Dunwoody city limits. The court was set up after incorporation in 2008 and operates as part of the city government. Records from this court are separate from DeKalb County's court system, though both serve Dunwoody residents.
Dunwoody Municipal Court records are public under Georgia's Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70. The law gives any person the right to inspect or copy most records held by government agencies, including city courts. Some records may be withheld under exemptions in O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72, but traffic and ordinance files are generally open. The court clerk handles open records requests and can confirm what is available for a specific case.
The Dunwoody Municipal Court page at dunwoodyga.gov/government/departments/court lists court schedules, payment options, and contact information for the clerk's office. For Dunwoody traffic citations, the Georgia statewide ticket portal at georgiacourts.gov/municipal/locate-or-pay-my-ticket/ lets you search by citation number or license plate to find active cases.
The screenshot below is from the Georgia municipal court ticket lookup portal, a statewide tool that covers active traffic citations from Dunwoody and other Georgia municipal courts.
This statewide portal lets you search for Dunwoody Municipal Court citations by citation number or license plate and pay fines or set court dates online without a phone call.
Dunwoody Court Records at DeKalb County Superior Court
For Dunwoody cases beyond the city court's jurisdiction, the DeKalb County Superior Court is the relevant court. It handles felony criminal matters, civil lawsuits over $15,000, divorce and custody filings, and other serious legal issues. The Superior Court Clerk maintains all these records and provides public access. Because Dunwoody is in DeKalb County, the county court is the right place for most significant legal records tied to the city.
DeKalb County operates several courts in addition to Superior Court. State Court handles smaller civil cases and some misdemeanors. Magistrate Court covers small claims and warrant hearings. Probate Court manages wills and estates. Juvenile Court handles cases involving minors. Each court keeps its own records. If you are not sure which court handled a Dunwoody case, a general name search at the Superior Court Clerk is a good first step. Staff can direct you to the right court if the record is not in their system.
The GSCCCA search at gsccca.org/search covers recorded instruments filed by the DeKalb County Superior Court Clerk. This includes deeds, mortgages, judgment liens, and UCC filings tied to Dunwoody properties and parties. The system is free for basic index searches. Most records from recent years are available online; older files may require an in-person visit. You can also search the full GSCCCA platform at gsccca.org for additional tools and premium document retrieval options.
PeachCourt at peachcourt.com handles e-filed civil and domestic cases in Georgia. Dunwoody residents with civil or family law cases at the DeKalb County level may find their case status and filings through PeachCourt without a trip to the courthouse. Attorneys also use PeachCourt to submit papers and get case notifications for active Dunwoody cases.
How to Search Dunwoody Court Records
The process for finding Dunwoody court records differs slightly depending on which court handled the case. Use these steps to find what you need.
For Dunwoody traffic and city ordinance cases, start with the Georgia municipal ticket portal at georgiacourts.gov. This covers active and recent citations. For older cases or records not in the statewide system, contact Dunwoody Municipal Court directly through the city website. Clerks can search by name or citation number and provide copies of case documents. Current hours and contact details are at dunwoodyga.gov.
For DeKalb County Superior Court records tied to Dunwoody, several options are available. The GSCCCA search handles recorded instruments. PeachCourt handles e-filed civil and domestic cases. For a comprehensive case search that covers name-based lookups across multiple case types, an in-person visit or phone call to the DeKalb County Superior Court Clerk is the most thorough approach. Use the clerk finder at gaclerks.org to confirm the office address and hours before going.
The GSCCCA FANS system at fans.gsccca.org provides a free alert service for new document recordings in DeKalb County. If you want to know when a new lien, deed, or other instrument is recorded against a Dunwoody address, FANS can send you an email notice automatically. This is useful for property managers, lenders, and attorneys tracking Dunwoody real estate activity.
Getting Dunwoody Court Records in Person
Some records are best retrieved in person, especially older Dunwoody files not yet in digital systems. Walk-in access at the relevant clerk's office gives you direct access to paper case files and the ability to get certified copies the same day.
For DeKalb County Superior Court records covering Dunwoody, the county clerk's office is the main in-person location. Bring the full name of at least one party in the case and the approximate year it was filed. Staff can search by name or case number and provide plain or certified copies for a fee. Call ahead to confirm hours and whether appointments are needed. The clerk finder at gaclerks.org has current contact details for the DeKalb County office.
For Dunwoody Municipal Court records, the city court clerk handles in-person requests. Recent citation and ordinance records are typically available quickly. Archived records may take a few days. The city court page at dunwoodyga.gov has current office hours and contact details. Most routine Dunwoody court records are straightforward to obtain once you contact the right office.
DeKalb County Court Records
Dunwoody is in DeKalb County. All county-level court records for Dunwoody, including Superior Court filings and recorded instruments, are held by the DeKalb County court system. For a complete guide to DeKalb County courts, clerk offices, and records access, visit the county page.