Quitman County, GA Courts and Public Records
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The Superior Court serving Quitman County handles felony criminal cases, civil cases, and domestic relations matters. The county's Clerk of Superior Court keeps the court's records.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Quitman County Court (Suite 2) |
| Main Address | 111 Main St., P.O. Box 307, Georgetown, GA 39854 |
| Main Phone | (229) 334-2578 |
| Website | Georgia clerk directory (GSCCCA) |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Georgetown) |
| Handles | Felony criminal cases, civil cases, and domestic relations cases in Superior Court |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases (U.S. District Court for Georgia), parking tickets (citing city or agency), and probate matters (Probate Court) |
How to Search Quitman County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and the approximate dates ready before you search. Quitman County court records are kept by the Clerk of Superior Court.
Online
Go to GSCCCA.org to find the county clerk's listing.
Check the listing for which record types the clerk offers online.
Note that online access may not include every record type.
Best for: Finding the clerk's contact details
In Person
Go to 111 Main St., P.O. Box 307, Georgetown, GA 39854.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk's office which division handles your case type.
Best for: Records not available online
By Phone
Call (229) 334-2578 to confirm what the clerk needs.
Ask which records the clerk can send and how to request them.
Give the full name, case number, and approximate dates.
Best for: Confirming the right office or record
Search by Name on GeorgiaCourtAccess.org
Go to GeorgiaCourtAccess.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without a case number.
Confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Quitman County Court Statistics
County-level caseload is not published in a downloadable form, so this section reports Georgia statewide superior court workload figures. The county population is shown for context and is not a count of court filings.
225
Authorized superior court judges, Georgia statewide
1,474
Superior court cases per judge, Georgia statewide, three-year average 2022 to 2024
50,234
Georgia statewide population per superior court judge (2024)
2,254
Quitman County population, 2025 Census estimate
| Metric | Georgia statewide |
|---|---|
| Authorized superior court judges | 225 |
| Cases per judge (three-year average, 2022 to 2024) | 1,474 |
| Judicial workload value | 243.0 |
| State court judges | 134 |
| Juvenile court judges | 156 |
| Probate court judges | 201 |
| Magistrate court judges | 521 |
| Population, 2025 | 11,302,748 |
How Have Court Filings Changed in Quitman County?
Estimated total filings in Quitman County moved up over the last five years; dispositions are estimated at a similar level.
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| CY 2024 | ~436 | ~428 | ~+17.2% |
| CY 2023 | ~372 | ~366 | ~-3.9% |
| CY 2022 | ~387 | ~380 | ~+6.3% |
| CY 2021 | ~364 | ~357 | ~+9.6% |
| CY 2020 | ~332 | ~328 | ~+9.6% |
Estimated filings changed +31.3% between CY 2020 and CY 2024, from 332 to 436. The largest annual change was +17.2% in CY 2024. The latest change of +17.2% reflects statewide Georgia trends. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Georgia statewide figures scaled by Quitman County's 0.02% share of the state population.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Quitman County?
Criminal cases are estimated to be the largest category in Quitman County, at about 44.3% of filings in CY 2024.
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | ~193 | ~44.3% | ~+1.0% |
| Probate | ~65 | ~14.9% | ~+54.8% |
| Civil | ~62 | ~14.2% | ~+10.7% |
| Family law | ~23 | ~5.3% | ~+4.5% |
| Juvenile | ~11 | ~2.5% | ~+0.0% |
| Mental health | ~4 | ~0.9% | ~+0.0% |
Probate cases are estimated as the fastest-growing category and juvenile cases as the fastest-falling. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Georgia statewide figures scaled by Quitman County's 0.02% share of the state population.
How Does Quitman County Compare With Georgia Overall?
Quitman County is estimated to account for about 0.02% of the 2,099,078 cases filed in Georgia courts in CY 2024.
| Metric | Quitman County | Georgia | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~436 | 2,099,078 | ~0.02% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+17.2% | +17.1% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~436 | 1,697 | Estimated at the state level |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~428 | 1,665 | Estimated at the state level |
| Criminal share of filings | ~44.3% | 44.3% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Civil share of filings | ~14.3% | 14.3% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Family law share of filings | ~5.2% | 5.2% | Same as state (estimate) |
These county values are estimates built from statewide Georgia figures, so they track the state mix by design. Actual county dockets may differ. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Georgia statewide figures scaled by Quitman County's 0.02% share of the state population.
Quitman County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Georgia statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Quitman County. Agency reporting may be incomplete, and county crime counts are not available here. Statewide violent and property crimes combined fell 16.5% from 2024 to 2025. In 2025, reporting agencies covered about 91.1% of Georgia's population, so year-over-year changes can partly reflect which agencies reported.
31,216
Violent crimes, Georgia statewide, 2025
144,550
Property crimes, Georgia statewide, 2025
276.2
Violent crime rate per 100K, Georgia statewide, 2025 (population 11,302,748)
-16.5%
Change in total violent plus property crimes, Georgia statewide, 2025 vs 2024 (175,766 vs 210,520)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 582 | 5.1 | 747 | -22.1% |
| Rape | 3,191 | 28.2 | 3,535 | -9.7% |
| Robbery | 3,513 | 31.1 | 4,276 | -17.8% |
| Aggravated assault | 23,930 | 211.7 | 25,474 | -6.1% |
| Violent crimes total | 31,216 | 276.2 | 34,032 | -8.3% |
| Burglary | 16,513 | 146.1 | 22,177 | -25.5% |
| Larceny-theft | 111,417 | 985.8 | 130,378 | -14.5% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 16,620 | 147.0 | 23,933 | -30.6% |
| Property crimes total | 144,550 | 1,278.9 | 176,488 | -18.1% |
Rates use the Georgia 2025 population of 11,302,748. County-level rates are not published, so this section does not compare Quitman County with the state.
Quitman County Courthouse Locations
Quitman County has 1 listed Superior Court location, in Georgetown. Before you visit, call the court to confirm the courthouse assigned to your case.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Quitman County Court (Suite 2) | 111 Main St., P.O. Box 307, Georgetown, GA 39854 | (229) 334-2578 |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Quitman County?
Georgia cases are heard in different courts depending on the type of matter. The courts listed below serve Quitman County unless a matter is handled outside the county court system.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | Magistrate Court or State Court, where the county has one | Check the citation for the court listed. |
| Parking ticket | Issuing city or agency | Parking tickets are not handled by the Superior Court. |
| Misdemeanor | Magistrate Court or State Court, where the county has one | Misdemeanor cases are heard in the court that issued the charge. |
| Felony | Superior Court | Felony cases are handled by the Superior Court. |
| DUI | Magistrate Court or State Court for misdemeanor DUI; Superior Court for felony DUI | The charge type determines the court. |
| Domestic violence | Magistrate Court for warrants; Superior Court for felony cases | Contact the Clerk of Superior Court for case records. |
| Civil lawsuit | Superior Court or State Court, where the county has one | The amount and type of claim determine the court. |
| Small claims | Magistrate Court | Small claims are heard in Magistrate Court. |
| Eviction | Magistrate Court | Dispossessory (eviction) actions are filed in Magistrate Court. |
| Divorce | Superior Court | Divorce is a domestic relations matter in Superior Court. |
| Child custody or support | Superior Court | Custody and support are domestic relations matters. |
| Probate or estate | Probate Court | Estates and guardianships are handled by Probate Court. |
| Juvenile case | Juvenile Court | Juvenile records are restricted. |
| Appeal | Georgia Court of Appeals or Supreme Court of Georgia | Appeals go to the appellate court, not the trial court. |
Are Quitman County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Quitman County court records are public, with exceptions for sealed and restricted records. Georgia's Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 50-18-70 et seq.) and the courts' own records rules govern access.
Public records
Most civil, criminal, and domestic relations case files are open to the public, subject to the court's rules.
Restricted or confidential records
Juvenile, sealed, adoption, and family violence records are restricted. Access to these records requires a court order or is not allowed.
Online access
Check GeorgiaCourtAccess.org for name-based searches across record types. Online results are not official court records, and not every document is available online.
In-person access
Visit the Clerk of Superior Court at 111 Main St., P.O. Box 307, Georgetown, GA 39854, or call (229) 334-2578 to confirm which office holds your record.
Fees
This page does not list copy or search fees. Ask the Clerk of Superior Court for the current fees before you request records.
How to Search Quitman County Court Records Online
Use these steps to find Quitman County court records online, and confirm what the clerk's office provides before you request documents.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, civil, or family law.
- Choose the official portal for that case type, starting with the clerk listing at GSCCCA.org.
- Search by name or case number, or use GeorgiaCourtAccess.org to search by name.
- Review the case details and note any case number for later requests.
- Contact the Clerk of Superior Court for documents that are not available online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You Will Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | Clerk of Superior Court | Case information | Documents may need a request to the clerk |
| Traffic | Court that issued the citation | Case information for the citation | Confirm the court on the citation |
| Civil | Clerk of Superior Court | Case information | Documents may need a request to the clerk |
| Small claims | Magistrate Court | Case information | Confirm what the court provides online |
| Family law | Clerk of Superior Court | Case information | Restricted records are not available |
| Probate | Probate Court | Case information | Confirm what the court provides online |
| Juvenile | Juvenile Court | Limited case information | Juvenile records are restricted |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Quitman County
The court's payment methods for Quitman County are not listed in verified sources, so confirm options by phone before you pay.
- By phone: Call (229) 334-2578 to ask which payment methods the court accepts for your citation or fine and what the limits are.
Parking tickets are paid to the issuing city or agency, not to the Superior Court.
Quitman County Court Records FAQ
How do I search court records in Quitman County?
Call the Clerk of Superior Court at (229) 334-2578 or visit the office at 111 Main St., P.O. Box 307, Georgetown, GA 39854. You can also check GeorgiaCourtAccess.org by name.
Are court records in Quitman County public?
Most court records are public under Georgia's Open Records Act, but juvenile, sealed, adoption, and family violence records are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case?
Call the Clerk of Superior Court at (229) 334-2578 with the defendant's full name, or check GeorgiaCourtAccess.org for name-based results.
How do I find a court date?
Check the citation or notice you received, or call the court at (229) 334-2578 to confirm the date.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Call (229) 334-2578 to ask which payment methods the court accepts for your citation. Parking tickets are paid to the issuing agency.
How many cases does each Georgia superior court judge handle?
Georgia superior court judges handled 1,474 cases per judge on a three-year average from 2022 to 2024, statewide. County filing counts are not published.
How many superior court judges serve Georgia?
Georgia has 225 authorized superior court judges, according to the 2024 Superior Court Workload Assessment.
Did crime in Georgia rise or fall in 2024?
County crime counts are not available here. Statewide, reported violent crimes fell 8.3% to 31,216 in 2025 from 34,032 in 2024, and property crimes fell 18.1% to 144,550 from 176,488, as reported to the FBI. These are Georgia statewide figures, and reporting coverage changed between years.
Courts in the County
Quitman County Georgia Superior CourtMore Info
| Address: | 111 Main St., Georgetown, GA, 39854 |
| Phone Number: | 229-334-2578 |
| Fax: | 229-334-3991 |
| Website: | http://www.gqc-ga.org/Default.asp?ID=76&pg=Clerk+of+Superior+Court |
Useful Links
- Quitman County Courthouse - Official site for Quitman County Courthouse providing general court information and services available to the public.
- Quitman County Government - Access to government departments and resources for Quitman County, including legal services and county administration.
- Supreme Court of Georgia - Offers Georgia’s highest appellate court information, including case decisions, oral arguments, and court rules.
- Judicial Council of Georgia - A guide to Georgia’s state courts providing administrative support, policies, and judicial resources.
- GeorgiaLegalAid.org - Provides free legal information and resources for residents of Georgia, offering insights into various legal issues.
- Legal & Public Safety - Georgia.gov - Offers legal and public safety services from the state of Georgia, useful for understanding court procedures and public laws.
- Quitman County Arrest Records - Portal for accessing public arrest records and police reports specific to Quitman County.
- Quitman County Historical Society - Organization dedicated to the preservation of history, including past legal records and county historical documents.
- Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia - Resource for prosecuting attorneys across Georgia offering training, support, and prosecution-related legal information.
- State Bar of Georgia - Provides resources and support for Georgia attorneys, including regulatory standards, member services, and public resources.
- Georgia Court Appointed Services - Information on court-appointed services, offering vital data for those needing representation or legal appointments.
- Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice - Offers insights and services related to juvenile justice in Georgia, including rehabilitation and legal process guidance.
- Federal Judicial Center - Educational and research resource for federal courts in the U.S, offering judicial education and legal research.
- Georgia Public Notice - Online resource providing access to legal notices published in Georgia newspapers, including judicial notices.
- Carl Vinson Institute of Government - Offers training and expertise on government operations, including insights into municipal law and legal administration in Georgia.
- Quitman County Clerk of Superior Court - Office responsible for maintaining all Superior Court records in Quitman County, providing access to various legal documents.
- Georgia Archives - Offers access to historical legal documents and court records, serving as a repository for Georgia’s legal history.
- Georgia Department of Community Affairs - Provides local government assistance and resources, including legal frameworks and community development guidelines.
- National Center for State Courts - Offers comprehensive resources, research, and data on state court systems across the United States.
- Justia - US Law - Provides free access to a wide range of legal information, including case laws, codes, and regulations, relevant to Georgia.
Table of Contents
- Quitman County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Quitman County Court Records
- Quitman County Court Statistics
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Quitman County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Quitman County?
- How Does Quitman County Compare With Georgia Overall?
- Quitman County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Quitman County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Quitman County?
- Are Quitman County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Quitman County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Quitman County
- Quitman County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links