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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 The 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. Domestic Standing Order Chief Judge Ellen McElyea has introduced an Amended Domestic Standing Order mandating a Family Law Workshop for all Self-Represented Litigants. 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

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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 ​

Civil Information Form Legitimation Petition Verification Mother's Consent Acknowledgment of Service and Consent to Venue Domestic Relations Financial Affidavit Child Support Worksheet Child Support Addendum Income Deduction Order Parenting Plan Order of Legitimation Rule Nisi with Certificate of Service Domestic Standing Order Summons Case Disposition Form 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, clerk.cherokeega.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 clerk.cherokeega.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. ​

Magistrate Court Clerk's Office Memo Expanding Electronic Filing 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 customer service in a non-partisan and professional manner while affording dignity and respect to every individual. Common Legal Terms Legal Terms Magistrate Forms and Efile Cherokee County Clerk of Courts offer 24-7 efiling options and forms for specific case types. Uniform Magistrate Court Rules Uniform Magistrate Court Rules Cherokee County Marshal's Office The Cherokee County Marshal's Office was established in 1991 in the city of Canton, Georgia located approximately 50 miles north of Atlanta. How to Request a Copy If you come to our office, you can obtain copies by using our public search terminals or request assistance from the clerks in the office Docket Search-Purchase Copies This Online search program is provided by the Clerk of Courts as a convenience to attorneys, litigants and the general public. Fees All fees are set by law and subject to change. Please verify the fee amount with the Clerk's office. CDC Eviction Memorandum Tenant's Declaration (To Be Given To Landlord) Summary of CDC Order Federal Register CDC Order

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

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​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ The U.S. Passport Card can be used to enter the United States from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda at land border crossings or sea ports-of-entry and is more convenient and less expensive than a passport book. The passport card cannot be used for international travel by air. How to apply ​ All U.S. citizens may apply for a passport card. If you already have a valid U.S. passport book, you do not need to have a passport card in addition to your passport book to travel internationally. If you are interested in applying for a U.S. passport card and you have a U.S. passport book and are eligible to use Form DS-82, you may apply for the card by mail. ​​ You can use Form DS-82 to renew your passport book at the same time that your apply for your passport card. To find out whether you qualify to use Form DS-82 and apply by mail, please visit Renew a Passport . To find out more on passport application requirements and where to apply in person, please visit our First Time Applicants page. If you are interested in applying for a U.S. passport card but you have never had a U.S. passport book or are not eligible to use Form DS-82 , you must apply in person using Form DS-11. ​ All passport cards will be returned using First Class Mail. Passport cards cannot be shipped to you using overnight delivery. Security ​ To increase speed, efficiency, and security at U.S. land and sea border crossings, the passport card contains a vicinity-read radio frequency identification (RFID) chip. There is no personal information written to the RFID chip. This chip points to stored records in secure government databases. ​ With RFID technology, Customs and Border Protection inspectors will be able to access photographs and other biographical information stored in secure government databases as the traveler approaches an inspection station. The passport card uses state-of-the-art security features to prevent against the possibility of counterfeiting and forgery. A protective RFID-blocking sleeve is provided with each passport card to protect against unauthorized reading or tracking of the card when it is not in use.