Marriage records in Bartow County, Georgia, are available through several channels. BartowCourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for the county. You can also contact the issuing authority — the Bartow County Probate Court — directly, visit in person at the courthouse in Cartersville, or submit a request by mail. The Georgia Department of Public Health's State Office of Vital Records maintains statewide marriage indexes as well, offering an additional access point for older or cross-county searches.
Bartow County Marriage Records Search
In Georgia, the Probate Court in each county issues marriage licenses and maintains local marriage records. The Bartow County Clerk of Superior Court may also hold recorded marriage-related documents as part of the county's broader civil records collection. The Probate Court's marriage records include marriage license applications, issued licenses, and returned marriage certificates filed after the ceremony.
Historical marriage records for Bartow County date back to the mid-1800s, though the completeness of early records varies. For marriages from June 9, 1952 onward, the Georgia Department of Public Health also maintains a statewide index. If you need a record and are unsure which office holds it, start by contacting the Probate Court.
Bartow County Probate Court
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Bartow County
Fees for marriage record copies in Georgia are set by state statute and local fee schedules. The following table reflects standard fees for the Bartow County Probate Court. Contact the court directly to confirm current amounts before submitting a request.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Certified copy of marriage license/certificate | $10.00 |
| Additional certified copy (same order) | $5.00 |
| Search fee (if no record is found) | $10.00 |
Fees are typically payable by cash, money order, or certified check for in-person and mail requests. Some offices accept personal checks — call ahead to verify accepted payment methods. Processing for in-person requests is usually same-day. Mail requests generally take 5–10 business days, depending on volume.
For statewide vital records requests through the Georgia Department of Public Health, fees and processing times differ. The state office charges $25.00 for a certified copy, which includes a search fee. Expedited processing and online ordering through the state portal carry additional service charges.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Bartow County
There are three main ways to obtain a marriage certificate from Bartow County:
Online
The Georgia Department of Public Health partners with an authorized vendor to process online vital records requests statewide. You can order a certified marriage certificate through the Georgia Vital Records online portal. This option covers marriages recorded in the statewide index (June 9, 1952–present). Additional processing and shipping fees apply when ordering online.
For county-level record searches, the Bartow County Real Estate Division page references the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority portal, which may include searchable indexes for recorded documents. The Georgia Courts E-Access portal also provides court record search tools, though marriage-specific records are typically housed in the Probate Court.
In Person
Visit the Bartow County Probate Court at the address listed above during regular business hours. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Walk-in requests are accepted, and certified copies are generally available the same day.
By Mail
Send your request to:
Include the following with your mail request:
- Full names of both spouses
- Approximate date of marriage
- Your relationship to the individuals on the record
- A copy of your valid photo ID
- Payment by money order or certified check made payable to the Bartow County Probate Court
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
If you are uncertain whether the record is held locally or at the state level, the Probate Court staff can direct you. For records predating 1952, the county Probate Court is typically the only source. You can also reach Bartow County government offices for general inquiries about county services and departments.