Fulton County Court Records

Fulton County court records are maintained by the Superior Court Clerk's office in Atlanta, Georgia, and this page covers every way to search those records online, by mail, or in person. As the most populous county in Georgia, Fulton handles an enormous volume of civil filings, criminal cases, domestic relations matters, and real estate documents - all public under Georgia law and accessible through the clerk's office and several online platforms.

Fulton County Superior Court Clerk

Clerk Ché Alexander leads the Fulton County Superior Court Clerk's office under the motto "People. Purpose. Passion." The main office is at 136 Pryor Street, Suite C155 J2-101, Atlanta, GA 30303. Mailing address is P.O. Box 4368, Atlanta, GA 30302. Phone is (404) 613-5313 and fax is (404) 613-5317. You can also email the office at clerkofsuperiorcourt@fultoncountyga.gov. Regular office hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Walk-in requests stop at 3:45 PM. Passport and notary services close at 4:00 PM.

Fulton County also runs two satellite service centers. The North Service Center is at Suite 253, 7741 Roswell Road, Atlanta, GA 30350, open 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM with a lunch break from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. Magistrate Court hearings are held at that location. The South Service Center is at Room 219 Suite B, 5600 Stonewall Tell Road, College Park, GA 30349, with the same hours and also hosts Magistrate Court proceedings. Both centers extend access for residents in the northern and southern parts of the county who cannot easily reach the downtown Atlanta main office.

The Fulton County Clerk's website at fultonclerk.org is the official source for current information, online services, and updates. The Good-Thru date on the site was February 11, 2026 at the time of this writing, so check for any updates.

Fulton County Clerk Online Portal and eServices

The Fulton County Clerk's office offers several online services that save a trip to the courthouse. The screenshot below shows the main clerk website, where you can access the Records Search Center, eServices, and other tools directly.

The clerk's homepage links to the full range of services including case records, real estate filings, passport appointments, and frequently asked questions. It is the best starting point for any Fulton County court records search.

The Records Search Center at fultonclerk.org/536/Records-Search-Center is where you look up case filings, docket entries, and recorded documents. The image below shows that search interface.

The Records Search Center pulls from the same database used by clerk staff. You can search by party name, case number, or document type. It is free to use for basic lookups, though document downloads may carry a per-page charge.

The eServices portal at fultonclerk.org/144/eServices handles online payments, e-filing access, and other digital services. The screenshot below shows the eServices landing page.

Through eServices, you can pay court-ordered amounts online, access case information, and find links to e-filing through PeachCourt. It is designed for attorneys, parties, and the general public alike.

E-Filing and Statewide Search Tools for Fulton County

Electronic filing in Fulton County superior court is done through PeachCourt, Georgia's official e-filing platform. PeachCourt also lets the public search and download case documents at $0.50 per page. Cases go back to 2005. Call 844-GA-EFILE for support or filing assistance.

For real estate records, deed searches, and UCC filings in Fulton County, the GSCCCA search portal is the primary tool. It covers all 159 Georgia counties and is updated regularly. Standard access is $14.95 per month, premium is $29.95, and printed pages run $0.50 each. Payment to GSCCCA is typically by check or money order.

The re:SearchGA portal covers online case access for about 25 Georgia counties - check whether Fulton County is currently listed as a participating county. The FANS alert system is free and sends email notifications when new documents are filed in any case you follow, including those in Fulton County. Sign up at the FANS site.

Fulton County Court Records FAQ and Services

The clerk's FAQ page at fultonclerk.org/386/Frequently-Asked-Questions-FAQS answers common questions about certified copies, record searches, and office procedures. The screenshot below gives a preview of that resource.

One point the FAQ clarifies: certified copies cannot be ordered at the same time as regular copies. They go through a different office and must be requested first. If you need certified copies, plan for a separate request and allow additional processing time.

The clerk's office handles a wide range of services beyond court filings. Those include passport services by appointment, notary commissions, apostille certificates at $3 per document, court-ordered payments, juror services, real estate records including deeds and trade names/DBAs, and UCC filings. If you need a service not listed here, the FAQ page or a phone call to (404) 613-5313 will point you in the right direction.

Types of Fulton County Court Records Available

Fulton County superior court handles felony criminal cases, civil matters above the magistrate threshold, domestic relations filings, real property disputes, and equity cases. The Civil Division and Criminal Division operate separately within the clerk's office. Real estate records - deeds, liens, and plats - are indexed in the Real Estate Division. Trade names and DBAs are also registered there.

Magistrate court handles small claims up to $15,000, dispossessory actions, and county ordinance matters. Both the North and South Service Centers host Magistrate Court hearings. State court covers misdemeanor criminal matters and some civil cases. Each court keeps its own records, so if you need something from magistrate or state court, contact those offices directly.

Most Fulton County court records are public under Georgia's Open Records Act, O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70. Sealed filings, juvenile records, and certain protected documents are exempt under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72. The clerk will advise you if a particular record is restricted.

Requesting Fulton County Records in Person or by Mail

Walk-in requests at the main Atlanta office stop at 3:45 PM, so plan to arrive well before closing. You can also visit either service center, which operates until 4:30 PM with a lunch break from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. Bring the full name of the party, the approximate filing year, and any case number or document reference you have.

For mail requests, send a written description of the record, your contact details, and payment to the clerk's office. Payment is by check or money order payable to GSCCCA for document copies accessed through that system. For documents ordered directly from the clerk, confirm the payee before mailing. Call (404) 613-5313 to get the current fee schedule and confirm where to send your request.

Cities in Fulton County

Fulton County includes some of Georgia's largest and most populous cities. Several have individual city pages.

Nearby Counties

Fulton County borders five counties. Each has its own Superior Court Clerk and maintains separate court records.