Marriage records in Harris County, Georgia, can be accessed through several channels. HarrisGACourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for the county. You can also contact the issuing authority — the Harris County Probate Court — directly, visit in person at the courthouse in Hamilton, or submit a request by mail. For statewide vital records, the Georgia Department of Public Health maintains marriage certificates dating back to June 9, 1952.
Harris County Marriage Records Search
In Georgia, the Probate Court in each county is responsible for issuing marriage licenses and maintaining local marriage records. The Harris County Probate Court, located inside the Harris County Courthouse in Hamilton, handles all marriage license applications and retains the original marriage records filed in the county. The collection includes marriage licenses issued, returned marriage certificates, and historical marriage records dating back to the county's establishment in 1827. Some older records may also be available through the Georgia Archives for historical or genealogical research.
The Clerk of Superior Court handles other recorded documents such as deeds and liens but does not issue marriage licenses. For marriage-specific records, contact the Probate Court directly.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Harris County
Fees for marriage record services in Harris County follow the schedule set by Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 15-9-60 and related statutes). Contact the Probate Court to confirm current amounts, as fees may be updated periodically.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Marriage license application | $56.00 (standard); $16.00 (with approved premarital education certificate) |
| Certified copy of marriage certificate | $10.00 |
| Additional certified copies (same order) | $5.00 each |
Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 19-3-30.1) provides a reduced marriage license fee for couples who complete a qualifying premarital education course and present a certificate at the time of application. Processing for in-person requests is typically handled the same day during regular business hours. Mail requests may take longer depending on volume.
The Georgia Department of Public Health also issues certified copies of marriage certificates for marriages recorded statewide since June 9, 1952. Their fee is $25.00 per copy. Requests can be submitted through the Georgia Vital Records office.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Harris County
Online
The Harris County Probate Court does not currently offer an online ordering system for marriage certificates. However, you can order certified copies of Georgia marriage certificates through the state's online vital records portal managed by the Georgia Department of Public Health at dph.georgia.gov/vital-records. The state uses a third-party vendor (VitalChek) for online orders, which may include additional processing and shipping fees.
In Person
Visit the Harris County Probate Court at the courthouse in Hamilton during regular business hours:
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Certified copies are generally available the same day. Payment methods accepted may vary — call ahead at (706) 628-4944 to confirm.
By Mail
To request a certified marriage certificate by mail from the Harris County Probate Court, send the following:
- A written request including the full names of both spouses, the approximate date of marriage, and your contact information
- A copy of your valid government-issued photo ID
- A check or money order payable to the Harris County Probate Court for the applicable fee
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
Mail your request to:
Allow additional time for mail delivery and processing. If you need a record from a marriage that took place in another Georgia county, you must contact that county's Probate Court or request it through the Georgia Department of Public Health. For questions about court records or other filings, the Georgia Courts portal provides directories and access tools for courts across the state.