Henry County Phone Directory

Henry County sits just south of Atlanta and has grown fast in the last two decades, now home to more than 259,000 people. This phone directory covers the main public offices in Henry County, from the Clerk of Superior Court to the Magistrate and Probate Courts, so you can find the right number without getting passed around. The county seat is McDonough, where most court and government offices are based. If you need to reach a specific court division, file a records request, or just get hours and address info, you will find what you need on this page.

Henry County Clerk Phone and Address

The Clerk of Superior Court is the main records office in Henry County. Sabriya Hill holds the elected clerk position, with Kimberly Phelps serving as Chief Deputy. This office handles a wide range of records and services. Jury management, DD214 military discharge filings, notary public appointments, trade name registrations, charters, and UCC filings all go through this office. The civil and criminal divisions each have their own staff, and the clerk also records judgments and tax liens for the county.

The courthouse sits at One Courthouse Square in McDonough, GA 30253. Call the main line at (770) 288-8022 to reach the clerk. The fax number is (770) 898-7573. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. You can walk in during those hours for most requests, though some services may need an appointment. Under Georgia law at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, most records held by this office are open to the public. You can ask to see them without giving a reason.

The Henry County Clerk of Superior Court page lists all of the services and divisions in one place, making it easy to find what you need before calling.

From this page you can see the full scope of clerk services, find staff contacts, and get forms for common filings like trade names and notary applications.

Henry County Directory for State Records

The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority runs a statewide database that covers every county in the state. The GSCCCA page for Henry County shows the clerk office's contact details and links to the county's filing system. This is a good starting point if you are not sure which number to call or which office handles a certain type of record.

Through the GSCCCA search portal, you can look up real estate records, liens, and other filings across Henry County without going to the courthouse. Basic searches are free. Some document images require a paid account, but the index data is available to everyone. The Henry County real estate index goes back to 1940, with images from the same year. Older index books date back to 1822 but only run through 1939. This depth of records is unusual for a county of this size and makes the GSCCCA portal especially useful for property research.

The GSCCCA portal pulls data directly from the clerk's filing system, so what you see online matches what the office has on file. It can save you a call when you just need to verify a recording date or document number.

Search Henry County Phone Records Online

Henry County offers an online records search through the county records search portal. This system lets you look up real estate filings, court cases, and other recorded documents from your computer. You do need to create an account to use it, but the subscription fee is currently suspended, which means there is no cost to search or view records at this time.

Once logged in you can search by name, date range, or document type. The real estate index and images go back to 1940. Civil and criminal case records are also available depending on the time frame. Georgia's Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-71 says that agencies must make records available within three business days of a request. This online portal goes further than that by giving you instant access to most recorded documents.

If you run into trouble with the portal, call the clerk at (770) 288-8022 during business hours. Staff can walk you through the search process or pull up a record on their end.

For general county information and non-court records, the main Henry County government line is (770) 288-6000. The county offices are at 140 Henry Parkway in McDonough. This is a different building from the courthouse, so make sure you are going to the right address depending on what you need.

Henry County Public Records Phone Info

The Henry County court system maintains a public records page that explains what is available and how to request it. The Henry County Courts public records page covers court filings, case documents, and other records held by the various courts in the county. Court records include civil actions, criminal cases, and any documents filed as part of those proceedings.

This page is a good reference when you want to know what can and cannot be released. Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72, certain records are exempt from disclosure. That includes active criminal investigation files, some medical records, and information that would violate personal privacy protections. Everything else is open.

If the record you need is not on the public records page, try the Henry County Search Records page on the county government website. This page provides links to both the clerk's online search system and the GSCCCA portal. It acts as a hub for anyone who is not sure where to start looking.

Between these two pages you can find most of what Henry County makes available online. For anything not covered, a phone call to the clerk at (770) 288-8022 or an open records request will get you moving.

Henry County Court Phone Numbers

Henry County has several courts beyond the Superior Court, and each one has its own phone line and address. If you are not sure which court handles your matter, start with the type of case. Superior Court deals with felonies, civil cases over a certain dollar amount, divorces, and real property disputes. State Court handles misdemeanors and civil claims. Magistrate Court covers small claims, warrants, and preliminary hearings. Probate Court manages wills, estates, guardianships, and marriage licenses.

The State Court is at One Judicial Center, Suite 120, in McDonough, GA 30253. The phone number is (770) 288-7800. Magistrate Court is at 44 John Frank Ward Boulevard, Suite 260, McDonough, GA 30253, and picks up at (770) 288-7700. Probate Court is at 99 Sims Street, McDonough, GA 30253, with a phone number of (770) 288-7600. All of these courts operate on the same Monday through Friday, 8:30 to 5:00 schedule.

For police records, call (770) 288-8200. That line handles requests for incident reports, accident reports, and other law enforcement documents. The police records office is at 140 Henry Parkway in McDonough, which is the same building as the main county government offices. Keep in mind that some police records fall under the investigative exemption in O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72 and may not be released if the case is still active.

Open Records Requests in Henry County

Henry County offers an online open records portal for convenience. You can submit a request through the Henry County Open Record Requests page without leaving your home. The county also accepts requests by U.S. mail, email, fax, or in person at county offices. Georgia's Open Records Act, found at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 through 50-18-74, gives the public a right to inspect and copy most government documents.

When you submit a request, be as specific as you can. Include names, dates, case numbers, or any other details that will help staff find what you need. Vague requests take longer. The county has three business days to respond under the law, though larger requests may take more time. Staff will give you a cost estimate if there are fees for copying or searching. The full text of Georgia's Open Records Act is available online and spells out both your rights and the process agencies must follow.

If a request is denied, you have the right to challenge the decision in court. O.C.G.A. § 50-18-73 allows for attorney fees to be awarded to the prevailing party, which gives both sides a reason to act in good faith. Most routine requests in Henry County go through without any issues.

Georgia Records Laws for Henry County

Georgia's Open Records Act is the main law that governs public access to government documents in Henry County. It covers everything from court records to county administrative files. The law makes clear that public records belong to the people, not to the government offices that hold them. This principle runs through every section of the act.

The act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 defines what counts as a public record. It is broad. Basically any document, paper, letter, map, book, tape, photograph, computer-based or electronic record, or similar material prepared and maintained or received by a public office falls under the definition. Henry County's clerk office, courts, and administrative departments all hold records that fit this description. There are exemptions, but they are narrow and clearly listed in O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72.

Agencies that fail to comply can face penalties. A court can order disclosure and make the agency pay the requester's legal costs. This enforcement mechanism is important because it gives the law teeth. In practice, Henry County has been responsive to records requests, and most people get what they need without any legal action.

Cities in Henry County

Henry County includes several cities, with Stockbridge and McDonough being the largest. Both cities fall under the jurisdiction of the Henry County Clerk of Superior Court for court records and property filings. If you need records for a specific city within the county, the clerk office at (770) 288-8022 is the place to start.

Nearby Counties

Henry County borders several other counties in the metro Atlanta area. If the record or phone number you need is not in Henry County, it may be in one of these neighboring counties. Each has its own clerk office and court system.