Quitman County Marriage Records

Quitman County marriage records are on file at the Probate Court in Georgetown, Georgia. As one of Georgia's smallest counties by population, Quitman County handles a low volume of marriage license applications each year. The Probate Court on Main Street is the only office in the county that issues licenses and stores the official records. If you need to apply for a marriage license or look up an existing Quitman County marriage record, the court staff in Georgetown can help. The phone number is (229) 334-2151.

Quitman County Probate Court in Georgetown

The Quitman County Probate Court is at 111 Main Street in Georgetown, GA 39854. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The court is closed on weekends and state holidays. Both people must appear together to apply for a marriage license. One person cannot file on behalf of the couple.

Georgetown is a very small town in southwest Georgia, near the Alabama border along the Chattahoochee River. The courthouse is easy to find on Main Street. Because Quitman County has such a small population, the Probate Court handles fewer marriage license applications than larger counties. But the process is the same as any other Georgia county. The clerk follows state law and uses the same forms and procedures.

With a small staff, it is a good idea to call ahead at (229) 334-2151 before making the trip. Confirm the office is open and that the clerk will be available for a marriage license application. The Quitman County Probate Court handles more than just marriage records, so the clerk may be in court or handling other matters when you arrive.

Getting a Marriage License in Quitman County

Start the application on the Georgia Probate Records website. The online form collects basic information like names, dates of birth, addresses, and Social Security numbers. Once submitted, both parties must visit the Quitman County Probate Court in Georgetown in person. The entire process cannot be done online or by mail.

Bring valid photo ID. A driver's license, passport, military ID, or state-issued ID card works. If either person was married before, bring a certified final divorce decree or a death certificate. The Quitman County clerk checks all documents before issuing the license. If anything is missing, you will need to return another day with the right paperwork.

The fee is $77 without premarital counseling. With a counseling certificate, it drops to $56. O.C.G.A. § 15-9-60 sets these amounts. Cash and money orders are the safest payment methods for the Quitman County office. Call ahead to ask about card payments. Not all small courts have card readers set up.

No waiting period. No blood test. The Quitman County license is good for 60 days. After the ceremony, the officiant signs the license and sends it back to the Quitman County Probate Court within 30 days.

Note: Call (229) 334-2151 before your visit to confirm the Quitman County clerk is available for license services.

Searching for Quitman County Marriage Records

To find a Quitman County marriage record, call the Probate Court at (229) 334-2151. Give the clerk the names and an approximate date. The staff can check the files. You can also visit the Georgetown courthouse during business hours for an in-person search. Because the county is small, the volume of records is manageable, and the clerk may be able to find what you need quickly.

The Georgia Probate Records marriage search tool online may have Quitman County records in the database. Enter a name and select the county. If a match exists, basic details like the license date and names will appear.

For Quitman County marriages from 1952 to 1996, the Georgia Department of Public Health may hold copies at the State Office of Vital Records in Atlanta. The search fee is $10 and is non-refundable. Mail requests go to 1680 Phoenix Blvd., Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30349. Processing takes 8 to 10 weeks. Phone: (404) 679-4702.

The Georgia Archives page shown above is a resource for older Quitman County marriage records. The archives hold microfilm collections of vital records from many Georgia counties.

Certified Copies of Quitman County Marriage Records

Certified copies cost $10 for the first copy and $5 for each extra one. In-person requests at the Georgetown courthouse are often the fastest way to get copies. Cash and money orders are standard. Same-day service is common for simple requests.

Mail requests should go to the Quitman County Probate Court at 111 Main Street, Georgetown, GA 39854. Include both names, the marriage date, and a money order for the fee. Add a self-addressed stamped envelope. Processing takes about one to two weeks by mail. You might need certified copies for name changes at the Social Security office, insurance, or legal filings involving your Quitman County marriage.

Quitman County Marriage Requirements

Both people must be 18 or older. Georgia law under O.C.G.A. § 19-3-2 spells out who can marry. A 17-year-old needs a court emancipation order, and O.C.G.A. § 19-3-36 adds more rules for minors. The older party cannot be more than four years older, and both must finish premarital education. No one under 17 can marry in Georgia.

Georgia ended the blood test rule on July 1, 2003. There is no waiting period. You can get a license and have the ceremony on the same day at the Quitman County Probate Court. There is no residency requirement, though at least one party should be a Georgia resident. Non-residents can file in the county where the wedding will happen.

ID accepted at the Quitman County Probate Court:

• Driver's license from any state
• U.S. or foreign passport
• Military ID card
• State-issued photo ID
• Certified birth certificate

State Resources for Quitman County

The Council of Probate Court Judges has court directories for every Georgia county. The standard forms page offers downloads of forms used by all probate courts, including Quitman County. The Georgia.gov marriage page provides a general overview of the licensing process statewide.

For older records, the Georgia Archives in Morrow has microfilm of vital records from across the state. If you need a Quitman County marriage record from before the 1950s, the archives may be the only place to find it. Contact them at (678) 364-3710 for assistance with historical Quitman County records.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Quitman County. Confirm your address is in Quitman County before making the trip to Georgetown.