Marietta Court Docket Search
Marietta court docket records are maintained through Cobb County Superior Court, which is located in Marietta as the county seat, and Marietta Municipal Court for local traffic and ordinance matters. As the Cobb County seat, Marietta is home to one of the most active court systems in metro Atlanta. This page explains how to search Marietta court dockets, where records are filed, and how to request certified copies of court documents.
Marietta At a Glance
Court Records in Marietta
Marietta is the Cobb County seat, which means the Cobb County Superior Court is right here in the city. All major court filings for Marietta and the rest of Cobb County are maintained by Cobb County Superior Court. The Clerk of Superior Court keeps dockets for civil cases, felony criminal matters, divorce and custody filings, and probate records. The courthouse is at 70 Haynes Street in downtown Marietta.
Having the county seat in the city gives Marietta residents a geographic advantage for in-person court access. The Cobb County Clerk's office, the Superior Court judges' chambers, and the State Court all operate out of the Marietta courthouse complex. For anyone who needs to file papers, attend a hearing, or pick up copies in person, everything is right downtown.
Cobb County State Court handles misdemeanor cases and smaller civil matters. Both State Court and Superior Court dockets appear in re:SearchGA, allowing online access to Marietta-area court records from anywhere.
Marietta Municipal Court
Marietta Municipal Court is at 240 Lemon Street, Marietta, GA 30060. The court's phone number is (770) 794-5400. More information is available at the city's official municipal court page.
Municipal Court handles traffic citations from Marietta Police, city ordinance violations, and similar local infractions. Felony charges and serious civil matters go to Cobb County Superior Court. The Lemon Street courthouse sees a high volume of traffic and ordinance cases for the city's population and its busy road network. If you have a Marietta traffic ticket or city code issue, the municipal court is the right place.
Municipal court records are not in re:SearchGA. For Marietta Municipal Court case status, use the city's online portal at the link above or call (770) 794-5400. The court clerk can confirm warrant status, fine amounts, and hearing dates for city-level matters.
Search Marietta Court Dockets Online
Cobb County Superior Court and State Court dockets, which include Marietta cases, are available through re:SearchGA. Search by party name or case number to get filing dates, case type, parties, and current status. Cobb County is one of the largest and most active court systems in Georgia, and the docket moves quickly.
For Marietta property records and judgment liens tied to court cases, GSCCCA is the right tool. Cobb County real estate filings and UCC records connected to court judgments are indexed there. The Georgia Courts e-access portal also provides links to individual county systems and access information.
Marietta Municipal Court's page handles city-level case lookup. Here is the official court resource for Marietta:
For Superior Court records, the Cobb County Clerk's public terminals at 70 Haynes Street in Marietta allow free in-person searches. Staff there handle copy requests, case inquiries, and manual retrieval for older physical files.
Getting Copies of Court Records
Certified copies of Marietta court records come from the Cobb County Clerk of Superior Court at 70 Haynes Street. Standard Georgia copy fees apply: $0.50 per page for plain copies, $2.50 for the first certified page, and $0.50 for each additional certified page. Requests can be made in person, by mail, or through the GSCCCA eCertification portal for documents available electronically.
For Municipal Court records, contact the court at (770) 794-5400 to ask about copy availability. The municipal clerk handles city-level case records and can confirm whether a specific document exists in electronic form or requires a formal written request.
Open Records Access
Marietta court records are public under Georgia's Open Records Act, O.C.G.A. 50-18-70. Anyone can request to inspect or copy court records. Government agencies must respond within three business days. No reason is required to make a records request.
Sealed records are restricted. Juvenile court files are not public under Georgia law. Cases with specific court sealing orders are exempt. For most Cobb County Superior Court and State Court matters, the records are open and accessible through the clerk's office or re:SearchGA.
Legal Resources in Marietta
The Georgia Legal Services Program serves Cobb County residents, including those in Marietta, for income-qualifying civil legal help. The Cobb County Bar Association has a lawyer referral service for paid legal representation. The State Bar of Georgia directory at georgiacourts.gov is searchable by county and practice area.
The Cobb County Law Library is located in the courthouse on Haynes Street and is open to the public. It is a useful resource for legal research, statute lookups, and procedural guidance for self-represented parties.
Nearby Cities
Marietta sits near several qualifying Cobb County cities. Smyrna is just south of Marietta, also in Cobb County. Mableton is to the southwest. Kennesaw is north of Marietta. To the east, Woodstock is in Cherokee County. All Cobb County cities use Cobb County Superior Court for major matters.