Douglas County Marriage License Search

Marriage license applications in Douglas County are handled by the Probate Court in Douglasville. Douglas County is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area and has seen significant growth over the years. The probate court processes a steady volume of marriage license applications. Both people must appear at the court together with valid photo identification to apply. Walk-ins are accepted during regular hours. The court staff is friendly and can help you through the process quickly, especially if you fill out the application online ahead of time.

Douglas County Probate Court Details

The Douglas County Probate Court in Douglasville handles all marriage license filings for the county. The court is in the Douglas County Courthouse. It is a busy office given the county's growing population, but the staff keeps things moving efficiently.

Try to arrive well before closing if you want same-day processing. The court is closed on weekends and state holidays. For specific questions about your application, call (770) 920-7252 before you visit.

Douglas County is just west of Atlanta along I-20. Many couples who live in the western suburbs apply here rather than dealing with the higher volume in Fulton or Cobb counties. The process is the same regardless of which county you choose.

Marriage License Requirements in Douglas County

Both applicants must show up in person. No exceptions. Each person needs valid photo ID. The court accepts the following:

• State driver's license or ID card
• Valid U.S. or foreign passport
• Certified birth certificate
• Military ID card

Anyone previously married needs a certified copy of the final divorce decree or a death certificate for the former spouse. The document must be an official certified copy, not a photocopy. The court uses this to confirm all prior marriages were legally ended.

There is no blood test or waiting period in Georgia. You must be at least 18 years old. A person who is 17 can only apply with a court-issued emancipation order. Nobody under 17 can get a marriage license under Georgia law.

Georgia residents can apply in any county. If neither person lives in Georgia, you must apply in the county where the ceremony will take place. The online application lets you fill out the form before your visit. Print it and bring it to the Douglas County Probate Court.

Douglas County Marriage License Fees

A marriage license in Douglas County costs $56. Couples who have completed a premarital education program pay $16. That is a $40 discount set by Georgia state law.

The counseling program must be at least six hours long. You need to finish it within 12 months of your application date. Licensed counselors, religious leaders, and certain online providers can offer qualifying programs. Bring the completion certificate with you when you apply.

The Douglas County Probate Court may accept cash, checks, and credit or debit cards. Call (770) 920-7252 to confirm which payment methods are available. Some courts charge a convenience fee for card payments.

Douglas County Marriage License Resources

For a statewide overview of the marriage license process, visit the Georgia.gov marriage license page.

This state page covers everything from required documents to fee structures. It applies to the Douglas County Probate Court and every other probate court in Georgia.

After the Wedding in Douglas County

Your officiant signs the marriage license after the ceremony. The completed license must be returned to the Douglas County Probate Court within 30 days. You can mail it or drop it off at the courthouse in Douglasville.

The court will record the license and mail a certified marriage certificate to you. Processing takes a few weeks. If you do not receive your certificate within 45 days, call the court. Always make a copy of the signed license before sending it back.

Need extra copies? You can request certified copies of your marriage certificate from the Douglas County Probate Court. There is typically a fee for each additional copy. These certified copies are useful for name changes, updating IDs, and other legal purposes.

Search Douglas County Marriage Records

Douglas County marriage records are on file at the Probate Court. Call (770) 920-7252 to ask about a specific record or to get a certified copy. The Georgia Probate Records search offers an online option for locating records.

The Georgia Department of Public Health maintains state marriage records from June 1952 through August 1996. For records outside that period, the county court is the primary source.

Cities in Douglas County

Douglasville is the county seat and the main city in Douglas County. Residents of all cities within the county get their marriage license from the Douglas County Probate Court.

Nearby Counties

Douglas County is west of Atlanta and borders several metro area counties. You can apply for a marriage license at any Georgia county probate court.