Marriage records in Gordon County, Georgia, can be found through several channels. GordonCourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for the county. You can also contact the Gordon County Probate Court — the office that issues marriage licenses in Georgia — directly. Records are available in person at the courthouse, by mail, and in some cases through online state vital records services. The Gordon County Records portal also provides links to marriage certificates and related documents.
Gordon County Marriage Records Search
In Georgia, the Probate Court in each county is responsible for issuing marriage licenses, and marriage records are maintained at the county level by that court. The Gordon County Probate Court issues marriage licenses and retains records of marriages performed within the county. These records include marriage license applications, issued licenses, and returned marriage certificates filed after the ceremony.
The Clerk of Superior Court also maintains certain recorded documents and can assist with public records requests under the Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 through 50-18-76). However, for marriage-specific records — licenses and certificates — the Probate Court is the primary custodian.
Additionally, the Georgia Department of Public Health's Office of Vital Records maintains statewide marriage records for events occurring from June 9, 1952, to the present. For marriages before that date, the county Probate Court is typically the only source.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Gordon County
Fees for marriage record copies in Georgia are set at the county level for Probate Court records and at the state level for records obtained through the Georgia Department of Public Health. Below are the standard fees based on Georgia state vital records and typical county Probate Court schedules.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Certified copy — Georgia Vital Records (state level) | $10.00 |
| Additional certified copy (same order, state level) | $5.00 |
| Certified copy — Gordon County Probate Court | Contact Probate Court for current fee |
| Search fee (state level, if no record found) | $10.00 |
The Gordon County Probate Court may charge a separate fee for searches and certified copies. Contact the court directly at (706) 629-9533 to confirm the current local fee schedule. For the Clerk of Superior Court's services and fees, visit their website — though note that marriage license fees are handled through the Probate Court, not the Clerk's office.
Processing times vary. In-person requests at the Probate Court are often fulfilled the same day. State-level requests submitted online or by mail typically take 5–10 business days for standard processing.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Gordon County
There are three main ways to obtain a marriage certificate connected to Gordon County:
Online
The Georgia Department of Public Health allows online ordering of certified marriage certificates for marriages recorded from June 9, 1952, onward. Orders are placed through the Georgia Vital Records online portal. You will need:
- Full names of both spouses
- Date of marriage
- County where the license was issued
- Valid photo ID
- Credit or debit card for payment
In Person
Visit the Gordon County Probate Court at the address listed above during regular business hours. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Same-day service is generally available for records on file at the court. You can also visit the Gordon County government offices in Calhoun for general guidance on county services.
By Mail
To request a marriage certificate by mail from the county, send the following to the Gordon County Probate Court:
- A written request including full names of both spouses, approximate date of marriage, and your relationship to the individuals on the record
- A copy of your valid government-issued photo ID
- A check or money order for the applicable fee (call ahead to confirm the amount)
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
For state-level mail requests, send your completed application to:
You can also submit records requests to the Gordon County Clerk of Superior Court by mail or fax at 706-629-2139 for documents that fall under their jurisdiction. Visit the Public Records & Documents page for details on the Georgia Open Records Act process.
If you are unsure which office holds the record you need, start by calling the Probate Court. For broader public records inquiries, the county records portal links to birth, death, and marriage certificate resources as well as the open records request system.