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- Divorce Packets | ClerksOffice
Uncontested Divorce Packet With Minor Children Uncontested Divorce Packet Without Minor Children Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings INFORMATION, NOT LEGAL ADVICE The forms and information available on this website are not intended as legal advice and should not be considered as such. They are provided only for reference purposes. The content and format of forms not specifically determined by a Georgia statute or court rule may require modification to suit the specific facts of a given case. The publication of these forms is in no way a representation that they are appropriate for use in a particular case or situation, or that they are adequate for use without modification and/or elaboration. In addition, the law may change at any time, making current forms outdated. You should always research and review those statutes and procedural rules that pertain to your case to ensure that the complaint, answer, motion, or other document you are filing is accurate and in compliance with current Georgia law. To ensure the proper use of any of these forms, you should consult a licensed attorney. FREE, NOT FOR SALE The information and forms available on this website are free. They are not for sale. By using this website, you agree not to sell or make a profit in any way from any information or forms that you obtained through this website (this does not include licensed attorneys utilizing these forms in a specific case). CONTACT AN ATTORNEY WITH ANY QUESTIONS If you have questions about how any of the information and/or forms contained on this website relate to your case, we strongly recommend that you contact a licensed attorney. For attorney referral, please contact the Blue Ridge Bar Association www.blueridgebarassociation.com CERTIFICATION By using the forms on this website, cherokeecourtclerk.com , you are certifying that you have read, understand, and agree with this DISCLAIMER. The Clerk of Courts, its officials, employees, agents and/or anyone contributing to the creation of the forms, instructions, other materials, frequently asked questions, and all other information provided on or by cherokeecourtclerk.com assume no responsibility for, and shall be held harmless for, any and all damages (direct, indirect and/or consequential) resulting from your reliance and/or use of any information, forms, and/or materials. The use of the information and forms on clerk.cherokeega.com does not guarantee any particular outcome in court.
- Board of Equalization | ClerksOffice
Board Of Equalization Hearing Calendars: February 15, 2023 9:00am Appeal Reschedule Form Appeal Withdrawal Form Application for Board of Equalization Appointments to the Board of Equalization Ad CHEROKEE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION To the citizens of Cherokee County: During the last legislative session, Senate Bill 346 was passed and signed into law by Governor Sonny Perdue on May 13, 2010, with an effective date of January 1, 2011. This new law sets forth the changes to the Board of Assessors and the Board of Equalization. One important section of the bill changes the oversight responsibilities from the Board of Equalization; and assigns these duties to the Clerk of Superior Court. This was done to ensure a neutral third party, the Clerk, would administer the operations in an effort to alleviate the appearance of impropriety and partiality. As the Clerk of Superior Court, I take these responsibilities very seriously. It is important to understand that as the manager of these duties, I am responsible for the process NOT the decision rendered by the Board of Equalization. My office will always stand in the middle as the keeper of the record and will continue to be the unbiased holder of all filed paperwork. We have nothing to do with property values or decisions made by the board. I will make certain the process is fair to everyone and that each person is heard and treated with respect. The members of the Board of Equalization are appointed by the Grand Jury; they are not employees of Cherokee County. The board members are citizens of Cherokee County just like you and me. Their appointment is not by a taxing department nor is their oversight by a taxing authority. Each board member takes an oath of office to faithfully and impartially discharge his or her duties as identified in the Georgia Code. Members are required to have forty (40) hours of training when first appointed and eight (8) hours of continuing education each subsequent year. As always, your comments are welcomed and encouraged. You can email your comments to BOEcomments@cherokeega.com . Sincerely, Patty Baker Clerk of Courts
- Superior Court Clerk's Office | ClerksOffice
Superior Court Clerk's Office The Superior Court is a court of general jurisdiction handling both civil and criminal law actions. Superior Court Judges preside over cases involving misdemeanors, contract disputes, premises liability, and various other actions. In addition, the Superior Court has exclusive equity jurisdiction over all cases of divorce, title to land, and felonies involving jury trials, including death penalty cases The Superior Court Clerk's office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm. The office is located on the Ground floor of the Justice Center in suite G-170 and the Deed Record Division is on the Ground Floor in suite G-150. Superior Court Calendar Court sessions may be handled in person or by zoom as directed by the judge. 2022 Calendar - 2A 2022 Calendar- 2C 2022 Calendar- 2D Cherokee Family Violence Center The Cherokee Family Violence Center enhances the safety of those impacted by intimate partner violence through services that empower victims while advocating for a community standard of zero tolerance for violence in the home. Child Support Department of Human Services Division of Child Support Services Child Support Commission Income Deduction Order Court Administrator The Court Administrator and staff support the Judicial Branch by providing the timely, professional and innovative administrative support necessary to maintain the efficient and effective operation of the Courts Court of Appeals of Georgia he Georgia Court of Appeals is the intermediate appellate court in Georgia. It was established in 1906 and has fifteen judges who serve in five divisions. Divorce Packets The forms and information available on this website are not intended as legal advice and should not be considered as such. They are provided only for reference purposes. DUI/Drug Court This website is intended for participant's who are currently in the Cherokee County DUI/Drug Court Program or the Cherokee County Misdemeanor Drug Court Program. Efile Superior Court Odyssey® eFileGA allows users to easily open court cases and e-file documents from a single website to a number of Georgia courts anytime and from anywhere — 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Fee Schedule Fee Schedule Page Form Generator Odyssey Guide & File™ allows courts to develop their own interview process and electronic forms to simplify the filing process for self-represented litigants while adhering to the court's filing rules. Create and manage interviews easily and efficiently. General Civil and Domestic Information Forms Cherokee County Clerk's Office is unable to provide forms or packets. All forms must be drafted by an attorney or the individual requesting court action. Indigent Defense The Blue Ridge Judicial Circuit, desiring to continue a just, efficient, and vigorous Indigent Defense program which meets the requirements of the Georgia Indigent Defense Act of 2003 and the standards for Indigent Defense promulgated by the Georgia Public Defender Standards Council. Legal Advice The Clerk of Court and the deputy clerks are committed to providing you with superior customer service. We will be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have about the services of this office or the procedures you must follow for a particular court process. Legitimation The forms and information available on this website are not intended as legal advice and should not be considered as such. They are provided only for reference purposes. The content and format of forms not specifically determined by a Georgia statute or court rule may require modification to suit the specific facts of a given case. Name Change of Adult Packet Petition to Change Name of Adult. Notice of Change of Address NOTICE OF CHANGE OF ADDRESS Obtaining Copies If you would like a regular copy online, you can purchase and print them from our online portal Docket search-purchase copies Office of the District Attorney If you received a Superior Court criminal jury trial subpoena to appear as a witness for the State of Georgia in Cherokee County, the subpoena states that you must appear in court as a witness. However, after completing the following instructions you may place yourself on call instead of appearing. Parenting Seminar This seminar is court ordered and mandatory for all couples seeking divorce, separate maintenance, paternity (once established), change of custody, visitation, legitimation (once established), and by specific order of the Court in Georgia that have children under 18 years of age. RULE 22 INFORMATION RULE 22-REQUEST RULE 22-NEW RESOURCES Subpoenas There are two types of Subpoenas that we can generate. The cost for Subpoenas is $5.00 each. Witness Subpoena Subpoena for the Production of Documents Superior Court Criminal Forms Waiver of Arraignment-Fillable (click here to download) Rule 22 Form (click here to download) Rule 22 Supreme Court Rules (click here to download) Supreme Court of Georgia Supreme Court of Georgia Nathan Deal Judicial Center 330 Capitol Avenue, S.E. 1st Floor, Suite 1100 Atlanta, Georgia 30334 Phone: (404) 656-3470 Fax: (404) 656-2253 Temporary Protective Orders Protection Order If you have been abused or harassed, you can request a Protective Order. If you have a relationship with the person you want protection from you may ask the Court for a Family Violence Temporary Protective Order. Uniform Superior Court Rules Uniform Superior Court Rules
- Temporary Protective Orders | ClerksOffice
Family Violence Temporary Protective Order (TPO) Protection Order If you have been abused or harassed, you can request a Protective Order. If you have a relationship with the person you want protection from you may ask the Court for a Family Violence Temporary Protective Order. If you are not related to the person you may petition the Court for protection from stalking. If the Court grants your petition, you will initially receive an Ex Parte Temporary Protective Order. If the Court grants your Ex Parte Temporary Protective Order, you will receive a court date to return for a hearing at which time you may ask the Court for a 12-Month Protective Order. The information and documents below are intended for information purposes and your convenience ONLY and does not constitute legal advice. This does not replace legal advice from an attorney and if you feel you need legal advice, you should contact an attorney. Nothing on this website shall be a guarantee, warranty or other assurance that the information or documents provided are accurate or current; that any action on such information or documents is legally advisable; or that the forms or documents provided are proper for filing or will be accepted by any court. TPO Filing Information please include TPO questionnaire with filing information Family Violence Forms : Petition for Temporary Protective Order Family Violence Ex Parte Protective Order Affidavit of Notice Family Violence 12 Month Protective Order Family Violence 3yr/Permanent Protective Order Dismissal of Temporary Protective Order Family Violence Continuance Order Form Order to Modify Protective Order Child Support Addendum to Family Violence Protective Order Stalking Forms: Petition for Stalking Protective Order Stalking Ex Parte Protective Order Stalking 12 Month Protective Order Stalking 3 yr/ Permanent Protective Order Stalking Permanent Protective Order Pursuant to Criminal Conviction Dating Violence Forms : Petition for Dating Violence Temporary Protective Order Dating Violence EX PARTE Protective Order Dating Violence Twelve Month Protective Order Family Violence Intervention Programs and Articles: Stalking Fact Sheet National Institute of Justice-Stalking Other Forms: Stalking Protective Order pursuant to criminal conviction Child Support Addendum of Protective Order Family Violence Intervention Program Compliance Form Family Violence Intervention Program Status Order Sheriffs Entry of Service
- Deeds And Records Department | ClerksOffice
Deeds And Records Department House Bill 974 modifies real estate filing requirements effective 7/1/2023. Read more by clicking here. Deeds-Liens-Plats Search Landmark is the current land records systems for Cherokee County. With Landmark you will be able to perform a name search and view images by book and page number for Real Estate, Lien and Plat records. Information on this page is from 1989 – current date at top of the screen. Statewide Land Records Search (GSCCCA) Premium Search UCC Index Real Estate Index PT-61 Index Lien Index Plat Index Notary Index Carbon Registry Index Trade Name Georgia law requires that every person, firm or partnership carrying on in this state any trade or business under any trade name or partnership name which does not disclose the individual ownership of the trade, business or profession shall before commencing to do business, file a registration statement in the office of the Clerk of Superior Court and that notice of such filing shall be published in the legal organ of the county once a week for two weeks. EFiling We are pleased to announce that the Cherokee County Clerk of Superior Courts’ Deed Office has initiated the electronic recording (e-recording) of land record documents. We have several e-Recording vendors to choose from including: Simplifile, CSC, ePN, Indecomm and GSCCCA. Recording Activity Notification Recording Activity Notification is a free electronic notification service that alerts a subscriber via email every time a document is recorded with a requested name. The link can be found at the top of http://deeds.cherokeega.com. If you have any questions please call the Clerk’s Office at 678-493-6540 Land Records Prior to 1989 Search Cherokee County Clerk of Superior Courts is proud to announce a new search available to the public called OnPoint . With OnPoint you will easily be able to search the old Real Estate Indexes on-line. Filing Activity Notification System (FANS) This is a FREE, consumer-friendly process that notifies property owners any time filings are made related to their registered property! Please follow the prompts to receive notifications! Legal Advice Notice The Clerk of Court and the deputy clerks are committed to providing you with superior customer service. We will be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have about the services of this office or the procedures you must follow for a particular court process. However, that state law prohibits our staff from rendering legal advice or recommending specific ways to pursue legal action (OCGA 15-19-51). Military Veterans Patty Baker, Clerk of Courts would like to take an opportunity to thank you for your service. It is because of the selfless service of Veterans, that the United States of America remains the greatest country in the world. FAQS Frequently Asked Questions UCC E-file This portal was created by the GSCCCA in cooperation with the Superior Court Clerks of Georgia in an effort to improve the technology of the Superior Court Clerks' offices and to streamline the document filing process to state or local government. Obtaining Copies If you need to obtain a copy of a document filed in Deed Department first determine the type of copy you require. Georgia law determines the cost charged for copies, the Clerk of Court's office cannot waive these fees. We have a statutory obligation to collect fees for copies. Hazardous Site Inventory Georgia Hazardous Site (HSI) https://epd.georgia.gov/hazardous-site-inventory Safe Dam Act https://epd.georgia.gov/watershed-protection-branch Plat Information All plats must be filed electronically. Plats will no longer be accepted for filing in paper format. The move to require the eFiling of plats was mandated with the passage of HB 1004 (15-6-67) during the Georgia General Assembly legislative session. Register at https://efile.gsccca.org/ to begin the eFiling process. DISCLAIMER The Cherokee County Public Records presents the information on this web site as a service to the public. We have tried to ensure that the information contained in this electronic search system is accurate. Cherokee County Public Records makes no warranty or guarantee concerning the accuracy or reliability of the content at this site or at other sites to which we link. It is understood that the data contained on this website is subject to constant change and that its accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Assessing accuracy and reliability of information is the responsibility of the user. The user is advised to search on all possible spelling variations of proper names, in order to maximize search results. The Cherokee County Public Records shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for any damages in connection with the use of the information contained herein. Please Note: This office cannot research information about recorded documents by telephone. The information maintained is public record, and anyone may come in to research documents. Deputy clerks are available to assist Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Superior Court Clerk's office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm on the Ground Floor in suite G-150. Contact Information: Deeds and Records 678.493.6540 Mailing Address: 90 North Street, Suite G150, Canton, Ga 30114
- Cherokee County Clerk of Courts
Cherokee County Clerk of Courts The Mission of the Cherokee County Clerk’s office is to maintain and safeguard all documents appropriately presented for recording. We strive to provide quality custom er service in a non-partisan and professional manner while affording dignity and respect to every individual. Jury Duty If you have been summoned for Jury Duty or have questions regarding service Forms & Documents Clerk's Office provides numerous forms that can be accessed here Deeds and Records Access public records through the County provided website Docket Search If you need to obtain a copy of a document filed in Superior, State or Magistrate court Obtaining Copies Georgia law determines the cost charged for copies, the Clerk of Court's office can not waive these fees. Home: Services Clerk's Offices Superior Court Clerk's Office Visit Site State Court Clerk's Office Visit Site Magistrate Court Clerk's Office Visit Site THE CLERK’S OFFICE CAN NOW ACCEPT LEAVES OF ABSENCE VIA THE E-FILING SYSTEM FOR SUPERIOR AND STATE COURTS. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic and in efforts to make all filing more efficient, the Clerk’s Office has worked diligently to be able to accept as much filing as possible electronically. Fortunately, Leaves of Absence have now been added to what can be accepted. Please follow these instructions to file your Leaves electronically. Go to www.efileGA.com and select Cherokee Superior Court, regardless of whether you are filing in State Court. For your case number, please enter your BAR NUMBER. The Clerk’s Office has set up accounts for all attorneys that have filed Leaves of Absence in recent years by the attorney’s bar number. Do not forget to add all appropriate parties as service contacts that need to be served copies of your Leave of Absence. Please also choose a WAIVER ACCOUNT under Payment Accounts, so no fee is assessed as per O.C.G.A. § 15-6-11. If you receive an error saying the case does not exist, please contact us at loa@cherokeega.com so your account can be added. Do not file the LOA into the individual case, as the notices need to be kept in a chronological file per USCR 16. If you have questions or need help filing, do not hesitate to contact the Clerk’s Office at 678-493-6511. Board Of Equalization The BOE is a division of the Superior Court Clerk and is comprised of three members who own property and live in Cherokee County. They are appointed by the Grand Jury and take an Oath of Office to faithfully and impartially discharge the duties involved in hearing appeals and rendering a decision. Fee Schedules This site provides a listing of fees charge by the court in accordance with State and Local Laws Legal Advice The Clerk of Court is committed to providing you with superior customer service. We will be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have about the services of this office or the procedures you must follow for a particular court process. There are limitations to this service so please read more. Re:Search Finally, attorneys and paralegals can search case information from 18 Georgia counties at once! Track cases and get real-time alerts Track existing and potential clients re:Search and track opposing counsel re:Search and track expert witnesses Find new business with new case alerts Calendars The Clerk of Superior, State, and Magistrate Courts Offices will make every effort to keep this site current. However, changes may be made that are not reflected on this site. Should you have any concerns, please contact our office at 678-493-6511 between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday. Grand Jury Presentments A presentment is a charge the grand jury brings on its own initiative. In contrast, an indictment is almost always first drawn up by a prosecutor and then submitted to the grand jury for approval. In federal courts, a presentment cannot by itself initiate a prosecution. Links and Resources This site provides numerous resources that can be accessed online and in person. Please note that some of these links will access sites outside of the Clerks Office. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these fees, please contact our office at 678-493-6511 between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm. Standing Orders COVID SUPERIOR STATE MAGISTRATE Covid19 Information/Links This page was created to display current orders, links and memorandums involving Socially Distant Services. We also, regularly post updates on our FaceBook page at Clerk of Court Facebook. GSCCCA Resources The Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority provides several resources to assist Clerk's with the execution of their duties. Notary Public This site provides numerous resources that can be accessed online and in person. Please note that some of these links will access sites outside of the Clerks Office. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these fees, please contact our office at 678-493-6511 between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm. ZOOM Traffic Court DOCUMENTS FOR CASES WITH ATTORNEY DOCUMENTS FOR SELF-REPRESENTED (NO ATTORNEY) PROBATION INSTRUCTIONS Efiling As of Jan. 1, 2019, all Georgia courts are operating with mandatory civil eFiling. The General Assembly passed SB 407 in March 2018, which created a basic statutory framework for mandatory civil eFiling. Guide Book Efile Updated 2022 https://efilega.tylertech.cloud Inclement Weather The Clerk of Court has been designated as the single point of contact between each individual court and the emergency operations center Cherokee County Emergency Management SOP Order Declaring Weather-Related Judicial Emergency Online Payments State Court - Tickets and Misdemeanors Magistrate Court - Ordinances Superior Court Payments Electronic Subpoenas Pursuant to OCGA 24-13-21(c-h), this subpoena form is being provided to the attorney of record and shall be completed prior to service upon the witness. Witness Subpoena electronic witness subpoena Production of Evidence Subpoena Subpoena for Production of Evidence JusticePath Calendar App JusticePath Mobile is your mobile connection to official court information. You no longer need to crowd busy courthouse lobbies while patiently waiting to be directed where to go. With JusticePath Mobile, you know what's going on and where you're going before you even step foot in the courthouse. Stay up-to-date with real time messages and push notifications directly from the display providers. Passport Information We do NOT take PASSPORT photos, please arrive with your photos We will now accept applications from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. We gladly offer this service to residents as a convenient alternative to other local acceptance facilities.
- Grand Jury Presentments | ClerksOffice
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- Legal Advice Notice | ClerksOffice
Legal Advice Notice The Clerk of Court and the deputy clerks are committed to providing you with superior customer service. We will be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have about the services of this office or the procedures you must follow for a particular court process. Please be advised, however, that state law prohibits our staff from rendering legal advice, restating the law or recommending specific ways to pursue legal action (OCGA 15-19-51 ) . Many people are confused as to what legal advice includes, legal advice examples are: Which county documents should be filed Which court holds jurisdiction When answers are due How to prepare paperwork What paperwork is necessary for filing a case The time limits for responding or appealing a decision Interpreting legal documents or orders What paperwork is necessary for filing a new deed or lien Interpreting deeds, liens, plats or UCC’s The only person that can give you legal advice is an attorney, litigation can be complicated we strongly suggest you consider seeking legal advice prior to filing paperwork. If you would like to find local attorneys you can visit the website Blue Ridge Bar Association If you do not want to seek the advice of an attorney, there is a law library located on the second floor of the Justice Center, the website for that office is Cherokee County Law Library
- Hazardous Site Inventory | ClerksOffice
Georgia Hazardous Site Inventory Information about how the inventory is developed and the class system used to differentiate the sites (Revised July 1, 2022) Individual list of sites on inventory (sorted in various ways): Use these lists to determine the Site Number, then view the Site Summary document containing that number for more detailed information: Sites Listed by Name in Alphabetical Order Sites Listed by County Sites Listed by Site Number Sites Listed by Class Maps of HSI Site Locations (Revised July 1, 2022): Organized by County Name: All Maps Site Summaries: (Note: PDF file is large, we suggest downloading it rather than viewing) Site Summary Hazardous Site Inventory Spreadsheet
- Jury Duty | ClerksOffice
Available Forms (Updated 11/9/2022): Age 70 and Older Affidavit Deferral Affidavit Convicted Felon Affidavit Sole Caregiver Affidavit Military or Military Spouse Affidavit Primary Caregiver Affidavit Non-US Citizen Affidavit Full-Time Student Affidavit Home School Teacher Affidavit Medical Certificate of Excuse To fill out your Juror Information Form or to print your Certificate of Service please click here to get to the Ejuror website . This is your Superior Court juror message for Friday, March 24, 2023. JUROR MESSAGE FOR 3/17/2023 TRIAL WEEK – SUPERIOR Superior Court Jurors in the case of “State of Georgia v. David Stripling” please report as instructed by Judge Cannon . All other Superior Court jurors are excused for the week. Your debit cards will be loaded Friday after 6:00 P.M. You do not need to activate or register your cards. Judge McElyea, Judge Cannon, Judge Baker, Judge Wallace, and Clerk Patty Baker thank you for your service. This is the end of the Superior Court juror message for Friday, March 24, 2023. Thank you. JURY DUTY INFORMATION Frequently Asked Questions In the event we experience inclement weather, please see the Inclement Weather Information tab (to the left) for office closings. Funds-Transfer-Request-Form WARNING: TELEPHONE FRAUD INVOLVING JURY DUTY The Cherokee County Clerk of Courts, Patty Baker, or her staff will not call Jurors that have failed to report for Jury Duty service and ask for any personal information such as social security number, birth date, bank account number, or credit card information. It has been reported scammers trying to commit identity theft have been contacting potential victims and telling them they failed to report for jury duty. They ask for confidential information for “verification” purposes and if the information is refused they tell the potential victim a warrant will be issued for their arrest. So far the scam has been reported in Michigan, Ohio, Texas, Arizona, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Oregon and Washington State. There have been no reports of this scam in the State of Georgia at the present time. Please never give out your personal information to any court official over the telephone. The FBI are urging anyone who may receive a phone call regarding jury duty with the intent to commit identity theft to please contact your local FBI office at www.fbi.gov Recent Juror Experience: "Mrs. Baker, I was a juror this week, and I wanted to compliment you, your staff, and everyone in Cherokee Co. government working in the court house this week. Everyone from the police at the front gate to the judges was extremely polite, professional, and everything looked well run. I was nervous about jury duty but this has been a very positive experience. I just want to say thanks you all!"