Candler County Court Docket and Case Records

Candler County court docket records are maintained by the Superior Court Clerk in Metter, Georgia, as part of the Ogeechee Judicial Circuit. This page explains how to search and request court records from Candler County courts.

Candler County Superior Court and the Docket

The Candler County Superior Court Clerk is at 35 South East Broad Street, Metter, GA 30439. The phone number is (912) 685-2836. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The clerk's office keeps the official court docket for all Superior Court cases filed in Candler County, covering civil suits, criminal felony matters, and family law proceedings.

Candler County sits in the Ogeechee Judicial Circuit. The Ogeechee Circuit also covers Bulloch, Effingham, Jenkins, and Screven counties. The circuit judge holds court terms in Metter on a rotating schedule. Between sessions, the Candler County clerk records all docket entries, accepts new filings, and manages case files. Statesboro in Bulloch County is the circuit's largest city and has additional court resources for this part of southeast Georgia.

Under Georgia's Open Records Act, O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 through § 50-18-74, court docket records are accessible to any member of the public. The clerk must respond to written requests within three business days. In-person requests are typically handled the same day at the Candler County Courthouse in Metter.

Searching Candler County Court Records Online

The re:SearchGA portal provides free online access to Candler County Superior Court docket records. Enter a party name or case number to search. The system returns cases with filing dates, case types, judge assignments, and a full history of docket events. This is the quickest way to find a Candler County case without making the trip to Metter.

re:SearchGA is updated as clerks process new filings. For active Candler County cases, you can monitor progress through the portal. For older records not yet in the digital system, a direct request to the clerk's office is the best approach.

The GSCCCA website covers court-related real property instruments. If a Candler County case results in a judgment lien or other property filing, GSCCCA indexes those instruments by party name and document type. This makes it a good complementary resource when researching property-related litigation in the county.

Court Case Types in Candler County

Candler County Superior Court dockets contain several main case categories. Civil dockets cover contract disputes, personal injury claims, and property cases. Each civil case is tracked from initial filing through final resolution. The entire history of docket events is available for public inspection.

Felony criminal cases are a regular part of the Candler County docket. Indictments, arraignments, bail hearings, trial settings, and sentencing all appear in the docket log. If you are checking on a specific criminal case in Metter or Candler County, the Superior Court docket is the authoritative source. Misdemeanor matters generally go to State or Magistrate Court.

Family law cases in Candler County go through the Superior Court docket. Divorce filings, custody disputes, paternity cases, and child support modifications all generate docket entries that are generally available to the public. Some specific documents in sensitive family cases may be restricted by the judge.

Note: Juvenile court records and sealed case files are excluded from the public docket under Georgia law. Contact the clerk if you are unsure about specific case restrictions.

How to Get Copies of Candler County Court Records

In-person document requests are the most direct route. Visit the clerk at 35 South East Broad Street in Metter. Bring a photo ID and the case number or party names. The clerk will search the docket and make copies. Fees under O.C.G.A. § 15-6-77 are $0.50 per page for standard copies. Certified copies cost $2.50 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional certified page.

Mail requests can be sent to the Candler County Superior Court Clerk at 35 South East Broad Street, Metter, GA 30439. Describe the records you need and include payment for fees. Allow one to two weeks for processing. Calling ahead to confirm availability can save time when mailing requests for specific documents.

Certified copies of some documents can be ordered online through GSCCCA's eCertify tool. This is a practical option for those who cannot travel to Metter. Confirm the document type is available in the system before ordering.

Electronic Filing and Docket Tracking

Attorneys file court documents in Candler County electronically through GSCCCA's eFiling portal. The system processes submissions and updates the docket in real time. Public users can track case activity for electronically filed cases through the same portal. This is one of the best ways to monitor active civil cases in Candler County Superior Court.

The Georgia Courts eAccess system provides additional court record access. Some Candler County case data appears here depending on case type and filing year. Checking both eAccess and re:SearchGA ensures a thorough online search of Candler County court dockets.

Candler County Clerk Contact

Direct all court docket records requests for Candler County to the Superior Court Clerk:

• Address: 35 South East Broad Street, Metter, GA 30439
• Phone: (912) 685-2836
• Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Judicial Circuit: Ogeechee

The Candler County Courthouse in Metter also houses Magistrate Court and Probate Court. The clerk's office can guide you to those courts if your records search goes in that direction.

Nearby County Court Dockets

Candler County borders Bulloch, Emanuel, Tattnall, Evans, and Toombs counties. Statesboro in Bulloch County is the closest qualifying city with full court facilities. For multi-county searches, the re:SearchGA portal covers most nearby counties in one search. Nearby county pages include Bulloch County, Emanuel County, Tattnall County, and Toombs County.