Find Court Docket Records in Lowndes County
Lowndes County court docket records are on file with the Clerk of Superior Court in Valdosta. This page covers how to search the Lowndes County docket online, request copies, and find case information for Superior Court filings in this south Georgia county.
Lowndes County Court Docket: Where to Start
The Lowndes County Superior Court docket is available through multiple channels. Georgia's statewide case search system, re:SearchGA, is the best place to begin an online search. This free portal covers Lowndes County Superior Court and returns party names, case numbers, filing dates, and hearing schedules for cases in the system. You can search without creating an account.
Lowndes County is the seat of the South Georgia Judicial Circuit. That circuit designation affects how cases are assigned and how the docket is organized. When using re:SearchGA, selecting Lowndes County filters results to cases filed in the county's Superior Court. Criminal and civil cases each have their own case number format in the Lowndes County court docket.
Georgia's E-Access page at georgiacourts.gov/eaccess-court-records lists all active online court record tools by county. If re:SearchGA does not have what you need for Lowndes County, this page may point you to a county-specific resource. It is worth checking before making a trip to the courthouse in Valdosta.
The re:SearchGA system provides free online access to Lowndes County court docket data without requiring registration.
Clerk of Superior Court - Lowndes County
The Clerk of Superior Court in Lowndes County is the official keeper of all court docket records for the county. The office is located at 327 North Ashley Street, Valdosta, GA 31601. Phone: (229) 333-5127. You can find current hours and filing information at the Lowndes County Clerk of Superior Court page.
Walk-in access is available at the Valdosta courthouse. Staff will help you look up Lowndes County court docket records, confirm case status, and pull documents from the file room. State law under O.C.G.A. § 15-6-77 governs copy fees throughout Georgia: $2.50 for the first page of a certified copy and $0.50 for each page after that. Uncertified copies cost $0.50 per page. You pay nothing to simply view records at the public counter.
If you cannot visit in person, the clerk's office accepts mail requests for Lowndes County court records. Include the case number or party names, specify the documents you want, and send payment. Call (229) 333-5127 to confirm the current mailing process and get a fee estimate before you send anything.
What the Lowndes County Court Docket Contains
The Lowndes County Superior Court docket covers several categories of cases. Felony criminal matters come to Superior Court after grand jury action. Civil cases over the jurisdictional limit, including contract disputes, personal injury suits, and real property claims, file here as well. Family law cases, including divorce, child custody, support, adoption, and name changes in Lowndes County, are all part of the Superior Court docket and are accessible to the public under Georgia's Open Records Act.
O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 through § 50-18-74 establishes the right of access to Lowndes County court docket records. These statutes are part of Georgia's Open Records Act. Court records in Lowndes County are public unless a judge has specifically ordered a case or document sealed. Sealed records require a court order and are not the norm.
Probate and magistrate matters in Lowndes County go through separate courts. If you are searching for a will, estate record, or a small claims case, contact the Lowndes County Probate Court or Magistrate Court directly. Those records are not in the Superior Court docket system.
Note: Juvenile court records in Lowndes County are generally restricted and not part of the public docket. Access to those records requires a court order or specific statutory authority.
Statewide Tools That Cover Lowndes County Records
Beyond re:SearchGA, the GSCCCA statewide index covers property, lien, and UCC records in Lowndes County. This system is useful when you need to check for recorded judgments that may have attached to real property in Valdosta or elsewhere in Lowndes County. The GSCCCA index runs separately from the case docket but both pull from records filed with the Lowndes County clerk.
The eCertification portal from GSCCCA lets you request certified electronic copies of Lowndes County court documents without visiting the courthouse. Once you have an account, you can search for filed documents and order certified copies that carry the clerk's digital seal. These copies are accepted by most courts and lenders in place of paper originals.
For ongoing monitoring of Lowndes County filings, the FANS alert system sends email notifications when new documents matching your search criteria hit the Lowndes County court docket. You can track individuals, business names, or property addresses. The service is free to set up and runs automatically once configured.
Getting Copies of Lowndes County Court Documents
There are three main ways to get copies of Lowndes County court docket records. First, visit the clerk's office at 327 North Ashley Street in Valdosta. This is the fastest option if you are in the area. Second, mail a written request with case details and payment to the clerk. Third, use the eCertification portal for electronic certified copies.
For most purposes, uncertified copies are fine. If you are filing documents in another court or need official proof of a judgment, get a certified copy. Certified copies from the Lowndes County clerk carry the court's seal and the clerk's signature. Fee structure: $2.50 for the first certified page, $0.50 for each additional page under O.C.G.A. § 15-6-77. Plan for processing time if you go the mail route.
Cities in Lowndes County
Lowndes County includes the city of Valdosta, which has its own court docket records page with city-specific resources and information for residents who need to access or file records through the Valdosta area courts.
Neighboring Counties
Lowndes County sits in the far south of Georgia near the Florida state line. These counties share borders with Lowndes County and each maintains its own Superior Court clerk and docket records system.