Find Stonecrest Marriage License
Marriage licenses for Stonecrest residents come through the DeKalb County Probate Court. The City of Stonecrest does not issue marriage licenses. You need to go to the probate court in Decatur, the DeKalb County seat. Stonecrest is one of the newest cities in Georgia, incorporated in 2017, with a population just over 61,000. The probate court requires both an online application and an in-person appointment. Plan ahead because the process takes two steps before you walk out with a license.
Stonecrest Marriage License Quick Facts
Where Stonecrest Residents Apply
Stonecrest residents apply at the DeKalb County Probate Court in Decatur. The office is at 556 N. McDonough Street, Room B190, Decatur, GA 30030. This is about a 20-minute drive from Stonecrest. Both applicants must be there in person.
The DeKalb County Probate Court website has details on the application steps for Stonecrest couples.
This shows the DeKalb County Probate Court page with instructions for marriage license applicants from Stonecrest and other DeKalb cities.
| Court | DeKalb County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 556 N. McDonough St, Room B190, Decatur, GA 30030 |
| Phone | (404) 371-2601 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (by appointment) |
DeKalb County requires you to complete an online application first, then book an appointment to finish the process at the courthouse. Do not skip the online step. Walk-ins without an appointment will be turned away.
Stonecrest Marriage License Requirements
Both people must appear at the DeKalb County Probate Court. Bring a valid photo ID. A driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID will work. You also need your Social Security number.
If you were married before, bring proof that the prior marriage is over. A certified divorce decree, annulment, or death certificate is what the court needs. Without this, the clerk will not process your application. Georgia does not require a blood test or a waiting period. The license is valid right away once issued.
The online application asks for basic details about both applicants. Fill it out before your appointment. Print the confirmation page and bring it with you. This makes the in-person visit faster. Both applicants must be at least 18 years old. A 17-year-old can apply only with a court order of emancipation.
Georgia residents can use any county's probate court. You are not locked into DeKalb County just because you live in Stonecrest. But DeKalb is the most logical choice for most Stonecrest residents.
Marriage License Fees in Stonecrest
DeKalb County charges $66 for a standard marriage license. This is a bit higher than the state average. Couples who finish a qualifying premarital education course pay $26 instead. That saves $40.
The premarital course must be at least six hours long. A licensed counselor, therapist, or clergy member must lead it. Complete it within 12 months of your application date. Bring the certificate to your appointment at the DeKalb County Probate Court in Decatur.
All fees at the DeKalb County Probate Court are non-refundable. Extra certified copies of the marriage certificate cost additional money. Ask the clerk about current pricing when you visit. Card payments may have a convenience fee attached to them.
After Your Stonecrest Wedding
Your officiant signs the license after the ceremony. Return the signed license to the DeKalb County Probate Court within 30 days. You can mail it to the Decatur office or drop it off in person. The court records the marriage and mails you a certified certificate.
Recording takes a few weeks. If you have not received your certificate within 45 days, call (404) 371-2601 to check on it. Keep a copy of your signed license for your own records while you wait.
Search Stonecrest Marriage Records
Search for marriage records at the Georgia Probate Records search tool. This statewide database includes records from DeKalb County and other participating counties. Search by name and filter by county.
The Georgia Department of Public Health has marriage records from June 1952 through August 1996. For records outside that period, contact the DeKalb County Probate Court. Third-party vendors like VitalChek process Georgia vital records orders too, with extra service fees.
Stonecrest residents who need copies of older DeKalb County marriage records can request them by mail or in person at the probate court. Include the full names of both spouses and the approximate date of the marriage to speed up your search.
Other DeKalb County Cities
Stonecrest shares DeKalb County with several other cities. Brookhaven and Dunwoody are also in DeKalb County and use the same probate court in Decatur. If you live near the border of another county, you may find it easier to apply at a different probate court. Georgia law lets you use any county.
DeKalb County Marriage License Records
Stonecrest is in DeKalb County. All marriage licenses are issued through the DeKalb County Probate Court in Decatur. For full details on fees, offices, and resources, visit the county page.