Find Murray County Court Docket Records

Murray County court docket records are kept by the Superior Court Clerk in Chatsworth, Georgia. They cover all civil, criminal, and domestic cases filed in the county and are open to the public under Georgia law. You can search the Murray County docket online using statewide portals or visit the clerk's office in person. This page explains how to access docket records, what they contain, and how to get official copies.

Murray County Clerk of Superior Court

The Murray County Clerk of Superior Court is located at 121 North 3rd Avenue, Chatsworth, GA 30705. Phone: (706) 695-2412. The clerk's office is the official keeper of all court records in Murray County, including civil filings, criminal case files, domestic relations documents, and real property records. Staff are available weekdays during standard business hours to assist the public with record searches and copy requests.

You can search the docket at the clerk's office using the in-house index. A public access terminal may be available for self-service searches. If you have a case number or know the approximate filing date, that speeds up the search. If you do not have that information, staff can search by the name of a party to the case. Most basic searches are completed within a few minutes.

The clerk's office also processes new filings, handles fee collection, and maintains the official court schedule. For docket inquiries, call ahead if you have specific questions about availability or access. The office serves both attorneys and members of the public. You do not need an attorney to search records or request copies.

Search Murray County Court Dockets Online

re:SearchGA is the primary online tool for Murray County court docket access. This statewide portal, run by Tyler Technologies for the Georgia court system, allows free searches by party name or case number. You can find civil, criminal, and domestic cases filed in Murray County Superior Court without visiting the courthouse. Results show case type, filing date, current status, and parties involved.

The image below shows the re:SearchGA search portal where Murray County docket records are accessible online.

Search Murray County court dockets on re:SearchGA.

GSCCCA, found at gsccca.org, is another statewide system worth knowing. It handles real property records, judgment liens, and UCC filings. If you are looking for a lien tied to a court case or a real estate filing in Murray County, GSCCCA is the right tool. Both portals are available at no cost for standard searches.

Requesting Murray County Court Records

Court records from Murray County can be obtained in person at the clerk's office in Chatsworth or by mail. In-person requests are usually filled the same day. For mail requests, write to: Murray County Clerk of Superior Court, 121 North 3rd Avenue, Chatsworth, GA 30705. Describe the record you need as clearly as possible, include the case number or party names, and send a check or money order for the copying fees.

State law sets copy fees for Georgia Superior Court records. Plain copies are $0.50 per page. Certified copies cost $2.50 for the first page and $0.50 for every additional page. Pay by check or money order made out to the clerk. If you are unsure of the page count, call first. Do not mail cash. Mail requests may take one to two weeks to process depending on the clerk's current workload.

If you only want to review a record without ordering a copy, you can inspect the file in person for free. Just ask the clerk to pull the case file. Many people review records on-site and take notes rather than paying for copies. This works well when you need general information rather than a certified document.

What the Murray County Docket Contains

The court docket records every formal action taken in a case. Civil case entries list the complaint, service of process, answers, motions, hearings, and final judgment. Criminal case dockets show charges, bond status, arraignment, hearings, and sentencing. Domestic relations dockets cover divorce petitions, temporary orders, custody hearings, and final decrees. Each entry is date-stamped and identifies the filing party and document type.

The docket itself is an index, not the full text of documents. It tells you what was filed and when. To get the actual document, use the docket entry as a reference and then request that specific item from the clerk. This two-step approach helps you identify exactly what you need before paying for copies.

Georgia Open Records Law

O.C.G.A. section 50-18-70 is Georgia's Open Records Act. It gives the public the right to inspect and copy most government records, including court dockets. Any person can make a request. You do not have to give a reason. Clerks must respond within three business days. If more time is needed, the agency must say so in writing and provide an estimated date for delivery.

Some records are not publicly available. Sealed case files, juvenile records, and adoption proceedings are restricted. The clerk will tell you if a file falls under a restriction. For standard civil and criminal docket entries, access is rarely a problem. The law strongly favors public access, and denials must be backed by specific legal authority.

Complaints about improper denials can be filed with the Georgia Attorney General's open records office. If you request a record and the clerk cites a restriction, ask for that reason in writing. That documentation helps if you need to challenge the denial. In most cases, routine docket searches proceed without any issues.

Statewide Resources

Several state tools help with court records beyond Murray County. The eCertification portal at ecert.gsccca.org lets you order certified copies of some court documents online. The eFileGA system at odysseyefilega.com supports electronic filing in courts that have joined the state platform. Federal cases involving Murray County parties can be found on PACER for the U.S. District Courts covering Georgia. Georgia Courts E-Access at georgiacourts.gov gives a broader view of court access options across the state.

Georgia Legal Services Program covers northwest Georgia and offers free civil legal help to people who qualify based on income. They can assist with court records questions, family law issues, and other civil matters. The State Bar of Georgia also has a lawyer referral service for people who need private legal counsel. Both resources are accessible to Murray County residents.

Cities in Murray County

Chatsworth is the county seat and main city in Murray County. Other communities include Eton and Crandall. None of the cities in Murray County reach the population threshold needed for a dedicated city page on this site. Residents of all communities in Murray County have their court matters handled through the Superior Court in Chatsworth.

Nearby Counties

Murray County is in the northwest corner of Georgia and shares borders with several other counties. Use the links below to find docket records in neighboring jurisdictions.

Nearby counties include Whitfield County, Gordon County, Gilmer County, Pickens County, and Walker County.