Find Macon Phone Directory Numbers

The Macon phone directory covers the consolidated Macon-Bibb County government, including the Clerk of Superior Court, State Court, Magistrate Court, and other public offices. Macon and Bibb County merged into a single government in 2014, so city and county services now run through one body. With 157,056 residents, Macon is one of the largest cities in central Georgia. This page lists the phone numbers, addresses, and office hours you need to reach the right department. Georgia's Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 gives the public a right to access most records held by these offices.

Macon Phone Directory for the Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of Superior Court in Macon is Erica L. Woodford, Esq. She was elected in 2012 and runs the office with the help of Chief Deputy Stephanie Woods Miller, Esq. The office is at 601 Mulberry Street, Room 216, Macon, GA 31201. You can also mail requests to P.O. Box 1015, Macon, GA 31201. The fax number is (478) 621-6033.

Call (478) 621-6527 to reach the clerk's main line. This is the number to use for general questions about recorded documents, court records, and public filings. The office handles deeds, liens, plats, civil case files, criminal case files, and more. Staff can tell you what records are on file and how to get copies. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Walk-in visitors are welcome during those hours.

Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-71, the clerk must respond to open records requests within three business days. Most simple requests get handled faster than that. For certified copies, bring a photo ID and be ready to pay the copy fee at the window. Fees follow the state rate of 10 cents per page for standard copies, plus any certification charges.

Court Phone Numbers in the Macon Phone Directory

Macon has several courts, and each one has its own phone number. The State Court is at (478) 621-6200. This court handles misdemeanors, traffic violations, and civil cases under a certain dollar threshold. If you have a pending case in State Court, call that number to ask about your court date, fines, or required paperwork.

The Civil and Magistrate Court line is 478-300-9094. Magistrate Court in Macon deals with warrant applications, small claims, and housing disputes. Small claims cases in Georgia can involve amounts up to $15,000 under O.C.G.A. § 15-10-2. Call the magistrate line to ask about filing fees, forms, and court schedules.

For questions about the Macon-Bibb County Commission, the Clerk of Commission is Janice Ross. Her office is at 700 Poplar Street, Macon, GA 31201. The phone number is 478-803-0365. This office handles commission meeting minutes, ordinances, and other government records that fall outside the court system. If you need records about county policies, zoning decisions, or commission votes, that is the office to contact.

GSCCCA Records in the Macon Phone Directory

The GSCCCA clerk page for Bibb County is at gsccca.org. This page shows the current clerk's name, the office address, and a link to the statewide search portal. You can use this site to look up deed records, lien filings, and other recorded documents for Macon and all of Bibb County without making a phone call.

The GSCCCA page pictured above is a fast way to verify clerk contact info and access the online search tools. The statewide search at gsccca.org/search covers all 159 Georgia counties, including Bibb. Basic index searches are free. You need an account to view full document images. This tool is useful for title searches, property research, and verifying recorded instruments before you call the clerk office in Macon.

The search portal shown above lets you query all recorded indexes for Bibb County and every other county in the state. Enter a name or document type to start your search. For Macon residents, this often replaces the need for an in-person visit when you just need to confirm basic record details.

Macon Phone Directory for Open Records Requests

Macon-Bibb County uses an online portal called JustFOIA to manage open records requests. The portal is at maconbibbcountyga.justfoia.com. The county describes it as a web tool that helps you communicate about what documents you need. You can submit a request, track its progress, and get notified when records are ready.

You can also submit a request through the county's open records page at maconbibb.us/open-records. That page explains the process and links to the JustFOIA portal. Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-71, the county must respond within three business days. The response might be the records themselves, an estimate of how long it will take to gather them, or a denial with a legal basis. Denials can be appealed.

Fees for open records in Macon follow the state schedule. The first 15 minutes of staff time are free. After that, the county can charge based on the hourly pay of the lowest-paid worker who can do the search. Copies cost 10 cents per page. Electronic records sent by email often cost less than printed copies. If the total cost will be high, the county will give you an estimate before doing the work.

Phone requests also work. Call (478) 621-6527 for court records or 478-803-0365 for commission records. Some offices in Macon prefer written requests so they have a clear record of what you asked for, but a phone call is fine to start the process and ask questions before you file a formal request.

How to Use the Macon Phone Directory

Start with the clerk at (478) 621-6527 for court and recorded documents. Call the State Court at (478) 621-6200 for misdemeanor and traffic cases. Use 478-300-9094 for civil and magistrate matters. For commission records, try 478-803-0365. If you are not sure which office to call, the clerk's main line is always a safe starting point. Staff there can point you in the right direction.

The consolidated government structure in Macon means you will not get passed between separate city and county offices for most requests. That simplifies the process quite a bit. The courthouse at 601 Mulberry Street is the main location for in-person visits. Bring a photo ID, and plan to arrive well before closing time if you need copies made. The JustFOIA portal is the best option for formal open records requests when you want a paper trail.

For property records and deed searches, start with the GSCCCA online tool before calling the office. It is free for basic lookups and available around the clock. The phone directory numbers on this page are current as of the latest update, but office hours and staff can change. Call ahead to confirm if you plan to visit in person. The Macon phone directory here covers the main offices, but the county website at maconbibb.us has a full department listing if you need a less common office.

Georgia Statutes for Macon Phone Directory Records

Several state laws shape how records are handled in Macon. The Georgia Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 through 50-18-77 is the main law. It gives any person the right to inspect and copy public records. The law applies to all Macon-Bibb County offices, including the courts, the commission, and every other department.

O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72 lists the types of records that are exempt from disclosure. These include certain law enforcement files, personnel records, and records that would violate personal privacy. If your request is denied, the denial must cite the specific exemption. You can challenge a denial in Superior Court. Macon-Bibb County courts handle these challenges locally.

Nearby Cities in the Georgia Phone Directory

Macon sits in the center of the state and is well connected to other major cities. Columbus is about 100 miles to the west, Augusta is roughly 170 miles to the northeast, and Warner Robins is just 20 miles to the south. Each city has its own phone directory page with local contact info for courts and government offices.

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Bibb County Phone Directory

Macon and Bibb County share a consolidated government, so the county page covers the same offices listed here along with additional county-level departments. For boards, commissions, and agencies that serve the broader Bibb County area, visit the county phone directory page.

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