Harris County Land Records
Harris County sits on the Georgia-Alabama border in west central Georgia. Hamilton is the county seat. The county has over 34,000 residents. Harris County maintains public records at several offices in Hamilton. You can search court files, property deeds, and vital records.
Harris County Quick Facts
Harris County Superior Court Clerk
The Superior Court Clerk in Harris County keeps court and real estate records. The office is in the courthouse in Hamilton. They handle civil cases, criminal cases, and family matters. Real estate deeds and liens are filed here. Records date back nearly 200 years.
You can search records in person at the clerk's office. Staff will help you find case files. Copies are available for a fee. The office also issues notary commissions. They handle passport applications.
The Chattahoochee Judicial Circuit serves Harris County. This circuit covers several west Georgia counties. The clerk coordinates with circuit judges. Court calendars are available at the office.
| Address |
Harris County Courthouse 102 South College Street Hamilton, GA 31811 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (706) 628-4944 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Harris County Probate Court Records
The Probate Court in Harris County manages vital records and estates. They issue marriage licenses and birth certificates. Death certificates are also available. The court handles guardianship cases. Wills are filed and recorded.
The probate office is in the courthouse. You can get certified copies of records. Marriage licenses require both parties to appear. Photo ID is mandatory. The court also issues weapons carry licenses.
Estate records are public documents. You can search these files at the office. Genealogists use these records. Staff can help with research requests.
Harris County Property Records
The Tax Commissioner in Harris County assesses property values. They collect taxes for county services. Property maps show land boundaries. You can search ownership and tax history. The office is in Hamilton.
Tax records are open to the public. Assessment rolls are available. Tax bills are mailed annually. The office also handles vehicle registration. Tag services are provided.
The GSCCCA provides online deed access. You can search Harris County real estate records. This includes mortgages and liens. Visit their portal for subscriptions.
Harris County Sheriff's Office Records
The Harris County Sheriff's Office provides law enforcement services. They patrol the county and answer emergency calls. Incident reports are created for events. You can request copies at the office. The sheriff's office is on Whitesville Street.
The county jail is operated by the sheriff. Booking logs show recent arrests. Jail records are public information. Some details may be restricted. Active investigations remain confidential.
To obtain an incident report, visit the office. Provide details about the event. Staff will search for the record. Processing may take a few days.
Requesting Harris County Public Records
The Georgia Open Records Act covers Harris County. Anyone can request public documents. You do not need to reside here. No reason is required. Just ask for the records you need.
Contact the Open Records Officer. Submit a written request. Include your name and address. Describe the records clearly. The county must respond within three business days.
The Governor's Office provides state agency records. The Secretary of State has open records guides.
State Resources for Harris County
State agencies hold records from Harris County. The GSCCCA has real estate databases. Search deeds and UCC filings online.
The Department of Public Health has vital records. Order birth and death certificates. Certified copies cost $25.
The Secretary of State maintains business records. Look up corporations and licenses. This is a free service.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Harris County.