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1. How do I contact another government agency or department by phone?

Please call the Commissioner's Office at 478-237-3881 and they will direct you where you need to go.

2. How do I find the location of another governmental department or agency?

Call the Commissioner's Office at 478-237-3881 and they will give you directions where you need to go.

3. How much is my car tag?

You will need to call the Tax Commissioners Office at 237-3351

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1. Where can I get paperwork for a specific type of court case?

For forms, please visit www.georgialegalaid.org or www.southernjudicialcircuit.org.

In any legal matter, it is recommended that one consult an attorney for legal advice and assistance. State of Georgia Southern Judicial Circuit.

2. When is my court date?

Emanuel County Superior Court holds hearing days each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Emanuel County Superior Court trial terms are January, April, July, and October.

Emanuel County State Court holds hearing dates / arraignments on the third Tuesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. Emanuel County State Court trial terms are April and October.

Emanuel County Juvenile Court meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month. For specific information regarding a juvenile hearing, please contact Department of Juvenile Justice or your assigned hearing officer.

3. Can I pay my traffic citation without coming to court?

Yes. Traffic citations may be paid without appearing in court, unless prohibited in specific cases (D.U.I.). If you wish to pay your citation without appearing, you may mail a money order to the Emanuel County Sheriff's Department or contact the Emanuel County Clerk of Court at 478-237-8911 for assistance with credit card payments.

4. How do I renew my notary?

Go online to www.gsccca.org. Fill out paperwork online and print. Have 2 endorsers from Emanuel County sign for you and then bring paperwork with $37.00 to the Clerk's Office.

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1. Where do I apply for a Septic System Permit?

Applications for Septic Permits are available at the Emanuel County Health Department.
478-237-7501

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1. Can I register to vote online?

Yes, register by going online to the Secretary of State website.

2. What do I need to vote?

All you need is a valid picture identification card (i.e. a driver’s license or military identification).

3. What is the age requirement for voter registration?

Seventeen and one half

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1. Will 911 give me local addresses?

NO you should not call 911 for non-emergencies.

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1. How long before judgment is obtained?

For Civil Court, it takes 45 days. Foreclosures take 14 days. And dispossessories vary based on type but can take 7 days or more.

2. What is Tack and Mail?

Tack and Mail is a dispossessory where no money is asked for.

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1. Do I need to probate a decedent’s estate?

No, but if a will does exist it has to be placed on file with the Probate Court.

2. Can I get my birth record in this county if I was born in another?

Yes, you may file to retrieve a birth record if you were born in Georgia. online.

3. Where do I get my passport?

You may goto the Superior Court to obtain your passport; we do not do passports.

4. How do I contact my probation officer?

We do not do probation services; this is a common misconception. You may contact the Probation Office at(478) 289-2602 or (478) 237-4911.

5. What do I need to obtain a marriage certificate?

You may obtain a marriage certificate through us. Marriage Certificate Application

6. Do you perform marriage ceremonies?

Yes we do! Just stop by and schedule an appointment.

7. Why do I need to obtain a weapon / gun carrying license?

You may obtain Georgia Weapons Carrying License by coming to the probate court. Sometimes this License is called a Pistol, Firearms, Gun, Carry, or Concealed License.

8. How may I obtain a birth certificate?

You may obtain a birth certificate through us by either stopping by the probate court or completing our mailable form. Request Certified Copies

9. How may I obtain a death certficate?

You may obtain a death certificate through us by either stopping by the probate court or completing our mailable form. Death Certificate Information

10. How do I get my birth certificate if one was never made?

You will need to follow the delayed birth certificate issuance instructions. Delayed Birth Certificate Information

11. Where do I get my divorce papers?

Superior Court Clerk 478-237-8911

12. What if I need to make a change to my birth certificate?

You may make a change to your birth certificate by filing for an Amended Birth Certificate. Amended Birth Certificates

13. What if I need to change my child's birth certificates?

If your child is under the age of one you may file for a Current Years Correction. For more information about filing for a Current Years Correction you may click here Current Years Corrections If your child is over the age of 1 you need to file for an Amended Birth Certificate.

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1. When is the proper time to file for property tax special exemptions?

Homestead Exemptions may be filed any time during the year but conservation covenants must be filed between January 1 and April 1 or during the 1st 45 days of an appeal.

2. How can I access my property information?

Come by our office at 101 South Main Street, 3rd Floor from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. Your property records are also available online.

3. Where do I get a car tag?

The Tax Commissioners office and their phone number is 478-237-3351.

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1. What do I need to determine the new title ad valorem tax (TAVT) when transferring a title?

You need to know the VIN (vehicle identification number) from your vehicle.

2. How do I register an out of state vehicle in this county?

Bring title, Georgia driver's license, Georgia based insurance, and last registration from previous state. If vehicle has a lienholder, bring lienholder's name, address, and account number (In this case, a title will not be available).

3. When is the due date for property tax?

The due date for property taxes is December 20 of every year.

4. When are mobile home taxes due?

April 1 of every year