Forsyth County is located in the northeastern part of Georgia. It was founded in 1831 and named after Governor John Forsyth. The county is spread over 247 square miles, of which 224 square miles is land. As of the 2020 census, the county is home to 251,283 people, and the county seat is Cumming.

Courts in Forsyth County

The Superior Court is the highest court in Forsyth County, with the probate, state, juvenile, magistrate, and municipal courts being the other courts. These courts address a wide range of situations, from serious criminal charges to minor civil disputes, and guarantee that legal problems are handled effectively and justly. The Forsyth County Superior Court has exclusive jurisdiction over felony, property title, equity, and domestic relations cases. It also issues writs of certiorari to correct errors made by lower courts.

The Forsyth County State Court hears misdemeanors and traffic offenses. It also hears civil cases without financial limits.

The Forsyth County Probate Court oversees the admission of wills, estates management, and guardianship assignments. It also handles commitment to mental health institutions.

The Forsyth County Magistrate Court handles small claims, minor criminal charges, and landlord-tenant conflicts.

The Forsyth County Juvenile Court handles all juvenile matters. It hears juvenile delinquency, traffic offenses involving minors, and child abandonment cases.

Lastly, the Municipal Court of Cumming handles municipal ordinance violations and traffic offenses in the City of Cumming.

Where to Find Public Court Records in Forsyth County

The public can access a range of Forsyth County public court records, such as court proceedings, writs, warrants, court filings, and judgments. The Forsyth County Clerk of Court maintains all the county’s public court records in compliance with state and county laws. Members of the public can obtain these records by visiting the Forsyth County Clerk Court's Office to view or request confidential records. Records can be requested in person or via written request to the Clerk's Office, and copies are available for a fee. They can also access public court records online through the re:SearchGA portal.

Types of Public Court Records in Forsyth County

Forsyth County provides the public with a variety of court records that address a wide range of legal issues. This is done to build the citizens' trust in the judiciary and to ensure transparency and accountability. These records include the following:

• Family Court Records: annulments, divorce decrees, and maintenance orders
• Criminal Court Records: misdemeanors and felonies
• Civil Court Records: trade secrets, product liabilities, employment disputes, personal injury, professional malpractices, and contract breaches
• Probate Court Records: documentations of wills, estates, trusts, and guardianships

Confidential Court Records in Forsyth County

Certain court records in Forsyth County are sealed to preserve privacy and protect sensitive information. Unlike public court records, which are accessible to the public, confidential court records are accessible to specified personnel or by court order. Confidential court records in Forsyth County include all or parts of the following:

• Most juvenile delinquency records, except for serious felonies
• Medical and mental health records
• Adoption records
• Substance abuse treatment records
• Certain information about victims of domestic and sexual abuse
• Sexually transmitted disease (STD) test results and treatment records
• Personal identifying information such as Social Security number, driver’s license number, and license plate numbers
• Misdemeanors and felonies after certain years
• Intellectual property

Juvenile Delinquency in Forsyth, GA

Unfortunately, in many areas of the Forsyth County, juvenile delinquency issues are on the rise. There are many reasons for the rise in youth offenders. The juvenile sentence in Georgia often depends on the severity of the crime, the number of crimes, and other family matters.

A lot of counties, including, Forsyth County, are focusing on family therapy and relationships rather than punishment for juvenile crimes. Future Forsyth County juvenile delinquency numbers will show whether or not this approach is working.

Government of Forsyth County, GA

https://georgia.gov/

County Seat:	Cumming
Government Type:	County
Authority:	Home Rule
Year Organized:	1832
Total Square Miles:	247
2019 Population:	227,967
Persons/Square Mile:	0.00
County Contact:	110 E Main St County Courthouse Cumming , GA 30040-2473 http://www.forsythco.com

Forsyth County, GA Courts