Johnson County Court Records

Johnson County court records are maintained by the Superior Court Clerk in Wrightsville, the county seat in central Georgia. This page covers how to search Johnson County court records through Georgia's statewide online tools and through direct requests at the Wrightsville courthouse, including civil and criminal filings, real estate records, and domestic relations cases.

Johnson County Superior Court Clerk

The Superior Court Clerk in Wrightsville is the official keeper of Johnson County court records. The clerk's office maintains civil case filings, felony criminal records, domestic relations matters, and real estate documents. Georgia law requires the clerk to keep these records and make most of them available to the public upon request during normal business hours.

Johnson County is a small, rural county in central Georgia. The courthouse in Wrightsville is the only location for in-person record requests. The office is typically open Monday through Friday. Staff will search the case index by party name, case number, or filing year. For older files, it is best to call ahead so staff can locate archived records before your visit.

The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority Find My Clerk directory lists current contact information for the Johnson County clerk, including the courthouse address and phone number in Wrightsville.

Search Johnson County Court Records Online

The GSCCCA search portal covers all 159 Georgia counties including Johnson and provides free index searches of real estate documents, UCC filings, and civil case data. The database goes back many decades for real estate records filed with the Johnson County clerk. This is the primary online tool for property-related searches in the county.

The image below shows the GSCCCA search interface, Georgia's statewide court and real estate records portal, which covers filings in Johnson County and all other Georgia counties.

This portal is a solid first stop for any Johnson County real estate or civil case index search.

For case documents filed since 2005, PeachCourt provides online access to superior court filings in Johnson County. Search by party name or case number and download documents for $0.50 per page. PeachCourt is the fastest way to access recent Johnson County court records without traveling to Wrightsville.

Types of Records Kept by Johnson County Court

Johnson County Superior Court handles felony criminal cases, civil disputes above the magistrate limit, divorce and family law matters, real property cases, and equity proceedings. The clerk's office in Wrightsville files and stores all related documents. Most of these records are open to the public under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70.

Real estate records are a core part of what the Johnson County clerk manages. Deeds, liens, mortgages, and plats recorded with the county clerk are accessible through the GSCCCA system. These documents are used by property buyers, title companies, and lenders doing business in the county.

Not all records are open. Juvenile filings, sealed orders, and documents protected by O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72 are restricted. Magistrate court records are kept separately from superior court files. If you are looking for a small claims or minor civil matter, ask the clerk's office where to direct that request.

In-Person and Mail Requests for Johnson County Records

You can request Johnson County court records at the Wrightsville courthouse during regular weekday hours. Bring identifying information: the full name of the party, the approximate year of filing, and the case type if you know it. Staff will search the index and retrieve the file or point you to the right archive location.

Mail requests are accepted. Write out a description of the record you need, include your contact information, and send payment for copy fees. Georgia law sets per-page copy rates, with certified copies carrying a higher fee than plain copies. Contact the clerk's office to confirm the exact amounts and payment methods before mailing anything.

Additional Online Tools for Johnson County Records

The FANS notification system from GSCCCA sends free email alerts when new documents are filed under a name or property in Johnson County. This is useful for monitoring real estate activity or tracking new filings tied to an ongoing case or a specific person without checking the portal daily.

The screenshot below shows the Georgia courts statewide portal, which provides access to e-filing services and court information for all Georgia counties including Johnson.

GSCCCA also operates an eCertification portal where you can order certified copies of certain court and real estate documents without visiting Wrightsville. Check what document types are available for Johnson County before making your request.

The Georgia Judicial Gateway gives general guidance on Georgia's court system and links to county-level resources. If you need help understanding which court handles a specific matter in Johnson County, it is a good place to start.

Nearby Counties

Johnson County is in central Georgia and is surrounded by several counties. Each has its own Superior Court Clerk and courthouse for records requests.