Access Redan Marriage Records
Marriage records for Redan are managed by the DeKalb County Probate Court in Decatur. Redan is in eastern DeKalb County with a population of about 30,000. The Probate Court handles all marriage license applications and stores the records once a ceremony takes place. There is no local marriage office in Redan itself, so couples drive to the courthouse in Decatur to apply. Both new license applications and requests for copies of older Redan marriage records go through this same court. The drive from Redan to the courthouse is about 15 minutes, depending on the time of day.
Redan Quick Facts
Redan Marriage License Location
The DeKalb County Probate Court is where Redan couples go to get a marriage license. The courthouse is at 556 N. McDonough St., Suite 1100, Decatur, GA 30030. It is the only location in DeKalb County that issues marriage licenses. Redan does not have its own court or marriage office.
Walk-ins are accepted. Both people must be there at the same time. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. A driver's license works. So does a passport or state ID card. You need your Social Security number too. If either person was married before, bring proof that it ended. A final divorce decree or death certificate is what the court needs to see.
| Court | DeKalb County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 556 N. McDonough St., Suite 1100, Decatur, GA 30030 |
| Phone | (404) 371-2601 |
| Website | dekalbprobatega.com |
The DeKalb County Probate Court website is the best place to check hours and requirements before you drive from Redan.
The main portal for the DeKalb Probate Court shows links to marriage services, forms, and contact info for Redan residents.
How to Get a Redan Marriage License
Getting a marriage license in Redan is a same-day process. Drive to the courthouse in Decatur with your partner and your documents. The clerk checks everything and processes the application. Most couples walk out with their license within an hour. There is no waiting period in Georgia, and no blood test is needed.
Once you have the license, it is valid for 60 days. Hold your ceremony within that time frame. The officiant who performs the ceremony signs the license. Then file the signed document back with the DeKalb County Probate Court. If the 60 days pass without a ceremony, the license expires and you must start the process over.
The DeKalb County marriage license page walks through the steps for Redan residents and other DeKalb County couples.
This page covers every step from what to bring to how the application works at the courthouse. Review it before your visit to make things go smooth.
Marriage License Fees for Redan
How much you pay for a Redan marriage license depends on premarital education. Georgia offers a fee discount under O.C.G.A. § 19-3-30.1 for couples who finish an approved premarital course. The course has to be at least six hours and must cover topics like finances and communication skills.
Fees for a Redan marriage license at DeKalb County:
- Standard fee: $56 to $77
- Reduced fee with premarital counseling: $16 to $37
- Certified copy: $5
- Search fee: $10
The discount can save up to $40. Several churches and licensed counselors near Redan and Decatur offer the required course. The court staff can point you to approved providers. You pay the license fee at the courthouse on the day you apply. Call (404) 371-2601 ahead of time to check what forms of payment the court accepts.
Searching for Redan Marriage Records
The DeKalb County Probate Court is the main source for Redan marriage records. All licenses issued in the county are on file there. You can go to the courthouse in Decatur to request a search, or you can try online tools first.
The DeKalb County Government probate court page provides contact information and details on court services.
This government page gives another way to find information about Redan marriage records and other DeKalb County probate services.
The Georgia Probate Records portal is an online option. You can search by name and date to find records from DeKalb County and many other Georgia counties. It is a quick way to check for a Redan marriage record from home.
For older records, the Georgia Department of Public Health holds marriage records from 1952 through 1996. The DPH search fee is $10 and copies cost $5 each. Request through dph.georgia.gov. For records before 1952, try the Georgia Archives.
Redan Marriage License Requirements
Georgia law applies equally to Redan and every other city. Under O.C.G.A. § 19-3-2, both people must be at least 18 years old. No exceptions exist. O.C.G.A. § 19-3-1 says both parties must freely consent to the marriage. The court checks this when you apply in person.
You do not have to be a Georgia resident. Out-of-state couples can apply at the DeKalb County courthouse with no extra requirements. The state overview of marriage license rules is at georgia.gov. Standard probate forms are posted at gaprobate.gov.
After the ceremony, O.C.G.A. § 19-3-36 requires the officiant to return the signed license to the Probate Court. Once recorded, the license becomes a permanent Redan marriage record. Certified copies are available from that point forward for any legal purpose you might need them for.
Nearby Cities for Marriage Records
Redan is in the eastern part of DeKalb County, near several other cities that file marriage records through county probate courts. Some share the same DeKalb County court. Others are in neighboring counties with their own probate offices.
DeKalb County Marriage Records
Redan is in DeKalb County, and the Probate Court in Decatur manages all marriage license filings for the area. DeKalb County is one of the largest in Georgia, serving more than 750,000 residents. For full details on the county court system, fees, office hours, and how to request copies, visit the DeKalb County marriage records page.