Treutlen County Marriage Records

Treutlen County marriage records are maintained by the Probate Court in Soperton, Georgia. This small county in middle Georgia handles all marriage licenses and record requests through the Probate Court on Second Street. Soperton is the county seat, and the office serves the entire county. If you want to apply for a marriage license or look up a record from a past Treutlen County marriage, the Probate Court is the place to go. This page explains the steps, fees, requirements, and search methods for Treutlen County marriage records.

Treutlen County Probate Court

The Treutlen County Probate Court is at 650 Second Street South, Suite 10, in Soperton. This is the only office in Treutlen County for marriage license applications and marriage record searches. The court is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Both people who want the license must show up at the same time. Walk-ins are accepted.

Treutlen County is one of the smaller counties in Georgia by population. The Probate Court office is compact, but the staff handles all the same functions as larger counties. Waits are typically short. If you are driving in from out of the area, a quick phone call ahead of time can confirm hours and make sure the office is open.

Marriage License Fees in Treutlen County

The marriage license fee in Treutlen County is $56 without a premarital counseling course. Couples who complete a qualifying course of at least six hours can pay just $16 instead. The course must be done within 12 months of the application under O.C.G.A. § 19-3-30.1. Bring the certificate of completion to the Treutlen County Probate Court.

A certified copy of a Treutlen County marriage record costs $10. Extra copies ordered at the same time are $5 each. The court accepts cash and money orders. Check with the office about card payments.

Searching for Treutlen County Marriage Records

The best way to search Treutlen County marriage records is to visit the Probate Court in Soperton. Give the clerk the full names of both people and the date of the marriage. The clerk will check the index and can print a certified copy for $10. Most searches are done quickly since the office is small and records are well organized.

You can also request records by mail. Send your request to the Treutlen County Probate Court at 650 Second Street S, Suite 10, Soperton, GA 30457. Include names, the approximate marriage date, your return address, and a money order for $10. Processing and mailing may take several weeks.

For online searching, the Georgia Probate Records website has a marriage search tool. You can look up records by name and county. Not all Treutlen County records may be online, but checking there first can save a trip.

The Georgia Probate Records portal shown above covers courts across the state, including Treutlen County.

Treutlen County Marriage License Rules

Both applicants must be at least 18 years old under O.C.G.A. § 19-3-2. Each person must appear in person at the Treutlen County Probate Court. Bring a valid photo ID such as a driver's license, state ID, or passport. Social Security numbers are required on the form.

Anyone who was previously married needs to bring proof that the prior marriage ended. A certified divorce decree or death certificate will work. Under O.C.G.A. § 19-3-1, you cannot get a license while still married to someone else. All documents in a language other than English must come with a certified translation.

Georgia has no waiting period. The ceremony can happen the same day the Treutlen County Probate Court issues the license. No blood test is needed. The license is valid for 60 days from the date of issue.

Note: Treutlen County is a small office, so plan your visit during regular weekday hours to be sure staff is available.

After the Ceremony in Treutlen County

The officiant signs the license after the wedding. They must return the completed license to the Treutlen County Probate Court within 30 days. The court records it and mails a certified marriage certificate to the couple. This process takes about 30 days.

If you want a copy sooner, go back to the Probate Court in Soperton after the license is on file. Ask for a certified copy and pay $10. The clerk can usually print it while you wait. This is much faster than waiting for the mailed copy.

State Records for Treutlen County Marriages

The Georgia Department of Public Health maintains marriage records from June 1952 to August 1996. For a Treutlen County marriage in that window, you can request a copy from the state. The fee is $10 and is non-refundable. Mail to the State Office of Vital Records at 1680 Phoenix Boulevard, Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30349. Call (404) 679-4702 for more details. Allow 8 to 10 weeks for mail requests.

For Treutlen County marriages before 1952 or after 1996, go to the Probate Court in Soperton. The Georgia Archives may have older records. The Council of Probate Court Judges website has general forms and information about Georgia Probate Courts.

The Georgia.gov site above gives an overview of the marriage license process for all Georgia counties.

Online Tools for Treutlen County

You can start your marriage license application online at the Georgia Probate Records website. The form stays active for 30 days. You still need to appear in person at the Treutlen County Probate Court with your ID and fee to complete the process. Starting online just makes the in-person visit shorter.

The standard forms page from the Council of Probate Court Judges has forms you can use for various probate matters, including some marriage-related requests.

Nearby Counties

Treutlen County is surrounded by several other Georgia counties. Each one has a Probate Court that issues marriage licenses and keeps records.