Lanier County Lakeland Government Records

Lanier County public records are available in Lakeland. This south Georgia county maintains court files, property deeds, and vital records. The Georgia Open Records Act ensures access to these documents. O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 through 50-18-78 governs public access. Lanier County agencies must respond to requests within three business days. You do not need to live in Georgia to request records.

Lanier County Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of Superior Court maintains court records in Lanier County. The office is in the courthouse in Lakeland. They handle civil and criminal case filings. Real estate records including deeds and liens are filed here. You can search for mortgages and property transfers. The clerk provides copies of court documents.

Lanier County is part of the Alapaha Judicial Circuit. The Superior Court hears felony cases and civil suits. The clerk keeps court minutes and case dockets. Jury lists are also maintained. Most records are public under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70. Some juvenile and sealed cases have access restrictions.

Lanier County Probate Court and Vital Records

The Probate Court in Lanier County handles vital records and estates. The office is in Lakeland. You can obtain birth and death certificates here. Marriage licenses are also issued by this court. Estate records and wills are on file. Gun permits are managed here as well.

Vital records in Lanier County go back to 1919. Proper ID is required for certified copies. The Probate Court handles guardianships and conservatorships. These records assist with family history research. Marriage records show all licenses issued in the county.

Lanier County Sheriff's Office Records

The Lanier County Sheriff's Office maintains incident and arrest records. The office is on West Main Street in Lakeland. You can request accident reports and incident records. Active investigation files may be restricted. Most routine reports are available to the public.

Jail records show current inmates and recent bookings. These include charges and bond amounts. The Sheriff's Office manages the sex offender registry. This information is public under Georgia law. Contact the office for record requests.

Lanier County Property and Tax Information

The Tax Commissioner handles property tax records in Lanier County. The office is in Lakeland. You can search property ownership records. Tax payments and assessments are tracked here. Vehicle registrations are also processed.

The Tax Assessor maintains property valuations and maps. You can view parcel information and sales data. Assessment appeals follow an annual schedule. Property records are public under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70. Staff can explain the valuation process.

Georgia State Resources for Lanier County

State agencies provide records for Lanier County. The GSCCCA offers statewide real estate searches. You can find deeds and liens across Georgia. The FANS system alerts you to property filings.

The Secretary of State maintains business records. Search corporations and licenses online for free. The Department of Public Health handles vital records orders. Certified copies cost $25.

Learn about open records at the Governor's Office. The Attorney General publishes guides on O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70.

Cities in Lanier County

Lanier County includes these incorporated cities.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Lanier County.