Canton Phone Directory Access
The Canton phone directory lists contact info for city offices, the city clerk, police records, and Cherokee County court services that handle cases for Canton residents. Canton is the county seat of Cherokee County, with a population near 38,049, and serves as the hub for both city and county government in the area. This page brings together the phone numbers, web links, and office details you need to reach the right department, all pulled from official city and county sources so you can get through on your first try.
Canton Quick Facts
Canton City Clerk Phone Directory
The Canton City Clerk is the main point of contact for public-facing city business. Open record requests are submitted to the Office of City Clerk. If you need a city document, a copy of a city ordinance, or you just want to know which department to call, start here. The clerk handles a wide range of administrative tasks and can point you in the right direction when you are not sure where to go.
You can reach the city clerk through the Canton city website at cantonga.gov/government/city-clerk. The website has forms, contact details, and links to online services. Walk-in visits are welcome during normal business hours at Canton City Hall. Staff can assist with payments, filings, and document requests at the front counter.
Canton routes most public record requests through its JustFOIA portal. That system keeps things organized and gives you a way to track the status of your request without calling in to check.
Canton Phone Directory for Open Records
Georgia law gives the public a right to inspect and copy most government records. This right comes from O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 through § 50-18-77, known as the Georgia Open Records Act. In Canton, open record requests go through the city clerk's office. You do not need to give a reason for your request. The law says anyone can ask.
Canton uses the JustFOIA platform at cantonga.justfoia.com for all open record requests. All previous requests and response documents are viewable there online. This makes the process more transparent than what you find in many other Georgia cities. You can see what others have asked for and what the city sent back. It works well for both simple and complex record pulls.
The city must respond within three business days under state law. There is no charge for the first quarter hour of staff time spent pulling records. After that, fees are based on the hourly pay of the lowest-paid employee who can fulfill the request. Standard copies cost 10 cents per page. If the city denies your request, they must cite the specific exemption under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72 that applies.
Put your request in writing. A phone call works for general questions about what records exist. But the formal process starts with a written request through the portal or by email.
Cherokee County Clerk Phone Directory
Canton sits in Cherokee County, and the county clerk of court handles most court records for the area. The Cherokee County Clerk of Superior Court is Patty Baker. Her office is at 90 North Street, Suite G150, Canton, GA 30114. The main phone line is 678-493-6511. Since Canton is the county seat, the courthouse is right in town. You do not have to drive far to get to county offices.
The Cherokee County Clerk at cherokeecourtclerk.com handles civil cases, criminal felony cases, real estate filings, and other court records. This is the first place to call for most public record requests at the county level. The office is open Monday through Friday during regular business hours. Walk-ins are welcome for simple requests like case lookups and certified copies.
The Cherokee County website has a records portal where you can look up information about obtaining copies. The screenshot below shows the Cherokee County records information page.
From this page you can find instructions for getting copies of court documents, real estate records, and other filings held at the Cherokee County Clerk office. Fees vary by document type. Certified copies cost more than plain copies. Call 678-493-6511 to ask about current pricing before you visit.
| Office | Cherokee County Clerk of Superior Court |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Patty Baker |
| Address | 90 North Street, Suite G150 Canton, GA 30114 |
| Phone | 678-493-6511 |
Canton Phone Directory for Deed Records
Cherokee County deed records are searchable online through the county's LandmarkWeb portal at deeds.cherokeega.com/LandmarkWeb. This tool lets you search by name, document type, or date range. It covers deeds, liens, plats, and other recorded instruments for properties in Canton and the rest of Cherokee County.
The screenshot below shows the Cherokee County deed search portal.
After pulling up a result in the deed search tool, you can view basic index information at no cost. If you need an actual copy of the document, the clerk office can provide one for a fee. The online search saves a trip to the courthouse for basic lookups. It is the fastest way to check on a property record in Canton without picking up the phone.
For statewide searches that span all 159 Georgia counties, the GSCCCA at gsccca.org also covers Cherokee County deed records, lien records, and court filings. Between the two portals, you can find most property records tied to Canton addresses without leaving your desk.
Georgia Open Records Laws and Canton
Georgia's Open Records Act applies to every government office in Canton and Cherokee County. The law at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 says that public records belong to the people of Georgia. Government offices hold those records as custodians. They must make them available for inspection and copying unless a specific exemption applies. The exemptions are listed at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72 and cover things like active criminal investigations, certain medical records, and personnel evaluations.
Canton has made access easier than many cities by using the JustFOIA portal. The system logs every request and every response. That level of transparency goes beyond what state law requires. It means you can review past requests to see if someone has already asked for what you need. If they have, the response may already be posted and available for free.
If a city office denies your request, you have the right to challenge it. The law says the losing party may have to pay the other side's legal fees. This gives agencies a strong reason to follow the rules. Most requests in Canton are handled without issues. Simple requests often come back within a few days.
Canton Phone Directory Tips
Call early in the morning when lines are less busy. Right at 8:00 AM is often the best time. Midday tends to be the peak for call volume at both city and county offices. If you reach a voicemail, leave a clear message with your name, phone number, and what you need. Staff typically return calls within one business day.
For open records, use the JustFOIA portal when you can. It creates a paper trail and lets you track progress without making follow-up calls. Written requests are required to start the formal process under Georgia law. A phone call alone does not count as a formal request.
Cherokee County Phone Directory
Canton sits in Cherokee County, and many public records for Canton residents are held at the county level. The Cherokee County Clerk of Superior Court, the Probate Court, and the Magistrate Court all serve Canton. For a full list of Cherokee County government phone numbers, court contacts, and office locations, visit the Cherokee County phone directory page.
Nearby Cities
Several cities near Canton have their own government offices and phone directories. If you need contact info for an office in one of these cities, check the pages below.