Murray County
Murray County was established from parts of Cherokee County in 1832. Its governmental seat is in Chatsworth, its largest city. The county has over 39,973 residents and is spread across 344 square miles. It also has six municipalities, with Chatsworth City and Eton being the most notable.
Murray County's trial court system includes the Superior Court, Juvenile Court, Probate Court, Magistrate Court, and Municipal Courts. The Superior Court has jurisdiction over all civil and criminal cases. It hears cases related to felonies, property disputes, and family matters. The Juvenile Court addresses matters involving minors, such as delinquency, marriage or employment consent, and termination of parental rights. The Probate Court has exclusive authority over wills, estates, guardianships, conservatorships, mental health commitments, and certain minor criminal issues. The Magistrate Court handles preliminary hearings, minor offenses, civil claims under $15,000, landlord-tenant disputes, and protective orders. Lastly, the Municipal Courts hear ordinance violation cases and handle certain criminal proceedings.
Public court records in Murray County are official documents detailing legal proceedings and their outcomes. These records are generally accessible to the public and may include details such as docket numbers, pleadings, motions filed, and the court's verdict. The Murray County Clerk of Court is responsible for managing, maintaining, and providing access to these records. Examples of the public court records are:
- Civil records
- Criminal records
- Family records
- Probate records
Individuals looking to obtain the court records can send an email to the Clerk's Office or make an in-person visit at:
121 North Third Avenue
Chatsworth, GA 30705
Phone: (706) 695-2932
Note that the Clerk's Office operates Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., except on public holidays. Individuals who may not be able to make an in-person visit during these hours may also access the records online through the following steps:
- Create an account on the state-managed online court records portal, PeachCourt
- Log in and choose either the Murray County Superior Court or State Court, depending on where the case was heard
- Enter relevant case details, such as party names or case numbers, to streamline the search
- Review the search results until the desired record is located
Obtaining certified copies of court records from the Clerk's Office costs $2.50 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page. However, note that certain records deemed confidential by state laws may not be made available to requesters.
