Miller County Court Docket Records

Miller County court docket records are maintained by the Superior Court Clerk in Colquitt, Georgia. Colquitt is a small city in southwest Georgia and serves as the county seat of Miller County. These public records cover all civil, criminal, and family law cases filed in the Superior Court of Miller County. This page explains how to search those dockets online, how to request copies, and what information the docket includes.

Miller County Clerk of Superior Court

The Miller County Superior Court Clerk's office is at 155 South First Street, Colquitt, GA 39837. The phone number is (229) 758-4102. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The clerk manages all Superior Court filings and record requests for civil, felony criminal, and family law cases in Miller County, including divorce, child custody, and adoption proceedings.

Miller County is in the Pataula Judicial Circuit. The circuit covers Miller, Early, Baker, Calhoun, and Clay counties in southwest Georgia. Circuit judges rotate among all five counties. For judge assignments or hearing dates, call the clerk's office or check the statewide docket portal. County contact information is available at millercountyga.gov.

Walk-in searches are available during regular office hours. Bring the case number or a party name to help the clerk locate your record. Miller County is one of the smaller counties in Georgia, so staff can often assist quickly. Call ahead for very old archived files. Staff will help locate documents but cannot offer legal advice.

Search Miller County Court Dockets Online

The re:SearchGA portal provides free access to Georgia Superior Court dockets, including Miller County. Search by party name, case number, or date range. The portal displays docket entries, case status, and party roles. Scanned documents are available for many filings. No account is required to search.

The re:SearchGA portal is the best free tool for searching Miller County court docket records.

This tool covers all Superior Court case types and is updated on an ongoing basis.

The GSCCCA covers all 159 Georgia counties and is useful for deeds, liens, and related property-court filings. To order certified copies without driving to Colquitt, use the eCertification portal. Electronic filings for courts that participate are handled through eFileGA.

Requesting Miller County Court Records

For in-person requests, visit 155 South First Street, Colquitt, GA 39837 during office hours. Provide the case number or party names and describe the records you need. Copies are made at the office. Cash and checks are standard payment options. For multi-document requests, a written list helps staff pull files efficiently.

Georgia sets copy costs under O.C.G.A. § 15-6-77. Standard copies are $0.50 per page. Certified copies cost $2.50 for the first page and $0.50 for each page after. Certified copies carry the court's official seal and are required for legal proceedings and formal financial or property transactions. Ask for certified copies specifically when you need them.

To request by mail, write to Miller County Superior Court Clerk, 155 South First Street, Colquitt, GA 39837. Include the case number or party names, a description of the records needed, a check or money order for the estimated cost, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Standard requests are generally returned within a few business days.

What the Miller County Docket Contains

The docket is a full, time-stamped record of every action taken in a case. Civil dockets list the complaint, defendant responses, motions, discovery orders, continuances, and final judgments. Criminal dockets show charges, indictments, arraignments, bond hearings, plea entries, trial dates, and sentencing. Domestic dockets cover divorce filings, temporary protective orders, child support motions, custody agreements, and final decrees.

Sealed and restricted records are not available to the public. Georgia closes juvenile court records entirely. Expunged cases and files under court seal do not show up in any public database. Victim information and certain mental health records may be withheld or redacted. If a record does not appear in your search, contact the clerk to ask whether it has been restricted.

Georgia Open Records Law

Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, any person has the right to inspect and copy most government records in Georgia. Court clerk records are included. No reason is needed to make a request. The law applies to residents and non-residents, individuals and businesses alike.

Offices must respond within three business days. The response includes the records, a firm delivery date, or a written explanation for any withholding. If only part of a record is protected, the rest must be released in redacted form. Miller County's clerk follows these same standards.

Common exemptions cover Social Security numbers, bank account numbers, and protected victim data. Court-sealed records are fully off-limits regardless of the type of request. Complaints about improper denials can be filed with the Georgia Attorney General's open government office.

Statewide Tools and Resources

The Georgia Courts e-Access portal connects to court databases across the state. The GSCCCA eCertification portal lets you order certified copies online without going to Colquitt. Federal cases involving Miller County fall under the Middle District of Georgia, with dockets accessible through PACER at pacer.gov.

Georgia Legal Services Program at glsp.org provides free civil legal assistance to qualifying residents in rural counties. The State Bar of Georgia at gabar.org has a referral service for residents who need private legal representation.

Cities in Miller County

Colquitt is the county seat of Miller County and its only incorporated city. The population of Colquitt is well under 25,000, which is the threshold used on this site for dedicated city docket pages. No city in Miller County qualifies for a separate page. Use the county tools and resources listed above for all Miller County docket searches.

Nearby Counties

Miller County is in the far southwest corner of Georgia and borders several other counties. Each has its own Superior Court Clerk and access to the same statewide docket tools.

Neighboring counties include Baker County, Calhoun County, Early County, Seminole County, Decatur County, and Mitchell County.