How to Search Fulton County Public Records
Fulton County is Georgia's most populous (1.09M residents), home to Atlanta and 14 other cities across 534 sq mi of north-central Georgia.
- Court cases (Superior): Fulton Superior Court Clerk — fultonclerk.org — civil, criminal, family cases.
- Statewide: Georgia Courts — georgiacourts.gov — appellate and trial court info.
- Jail / inmate: Sheriff's inmate inquiry — fultonsheriff.org/Inmate-Inquiry — current Fulton County Jail.
- Vital records: Fulton County Board of Health Vital Records — fultoncountyboh.com/services/vital-records — birth, death.
- Property: Fulton County Tax Assessor — fultonassessor.org — parcels; Superior Court for deeds.
Population
1.09M
Cities
15
Square Miles
534
Founded
1853
Departments
40+
SearchSystems Editorial
Edited by Sam Rokni — Editor & Owner, SearchSystems.net. Public records professional since 1999. NAPBS founding member. Full bio & credentials.
Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Fulton County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Georgia state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Fulton County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Fulton County, Georgia — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
1,090,354
Population
Census estimate
450,856
Households
Census estimate
$86,267
Median income
Annual household
$398,300
Median home value
Census ACS
Atlanta
County seat
In Georgia
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
4 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
4 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Fulton County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Fulton County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | eServices | Fulton County Superior Court, GA County Attorney Open records requests |
| Criminal records | Inmates Most Wanted - Fulton County Sheriff’s Office |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Fulton County state portal below |
| Property records | Georgia Real Estate Records | Search By County Book and Name… Fulton County Board of Assessors – Official Website of Fulto… |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Fulton County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Fulton County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | Licenses & Permits | Atlanta, GA |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Fulton County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Fulton County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Fulton County Records
2026
Fulton County official government portal active
The official Fulton County government website at www.fultoncountyga.gov continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Fulton County court records portal verified
State court system links for Fulton County verified against the Georgia judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Fulton County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Fulton County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Fulton County property records online
Fulton County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Fulton County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Fulton County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Fulton County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Georgia statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Georgia state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Fulton County Records
❌ Myth: "Fulton County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Fulton County are held by the Georgia state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Fulton County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Fulton County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Georgia state repository has verified, current Fulton County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Fulton County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Fulton County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- www.fultoncountyga.gov — Official Fulton County government website
- georgiacourts.gov — Court records — official source
- fultoncountyil.gov — Property records — official source
- www.atlantaga.gov — Licenses — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Fulton County & Georgia Records
For records not specific to Fulton County, use Georgia's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Georgia statewide record systems:
- Georgia Court Records →
- Georgia Criminal Records →
- Georgia Property Records →
- Georgia Vital Records →
- Georgia Voter Records →
- Georgia Wants & Warrants →
- Georgia Licenses →
- Georgia Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Georgia statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Fulton County, Georgia
Fulton County is located in north-central Georgia. The county seat is Atlanta (official site: http://www.fultoncountyga.gov/).
- Households: 450,856
- Median household income: $86,267
- Median home value: $398,300
- Below poverty line: 12.5%
- Population density: 2,069.7 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 35
- NCES schools indexed: 198
Fulton County Property Profile
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A property profile is a compilation of information, maps and photos of a selected property in Fulton County. The information is pulled from data maintained by various County departments and other agencies relating to such things as tax assessment, zoning and land use, school zones, and voting districts and integrated within Fulton County's Geographic Information System (GIS...
eServices | Fulton County Superior Court, GA
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Via our eServices platform, you can file and search Real-Estate and Judicial records online, while also providing external resources that allow you to acquire copies of records filed in the offices of The Fulton County Superior and Magistrate Courts.
County Attorney Open records requests
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Criminal Division: (404) 613-5040 or statecourt.downtown@fultoncountyga.gov *Open Records Requests for the Criminal Division may be submitted via the Fulton County Open Records Center. Fulton County Clerk of Superior & Magistrate Courts Lewis R.
Calendar • Main Calendar
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Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more · View All Calendars is the default. Choose Select a Calendar to view a specific calendar. Subscribe to calendar notifications by clicking on the Notify Me® button, and you will automatically be alerted ...
Georgia Courts – Home
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The Judicial Council/Administrative Office of the Courts has developed the Georgia Judicial Gateway (GJG) to facilitate access to numerous services provided by both public and private entities. This Portal is provided to enable Citizens and Court Professionals to access Vital Judicial Services ...
Georgia Real Estate Records | Search By County Book and Name | GSCCCA
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The Clerks Authority Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority · Index of documents on file in the Authority's Central Indexing System from 1/1/1990 thru 3/25/2026
Fulton County Board of Assessors – Official Website of Fulton County, GA Board of Assessors
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In addition, local legislators approved HB 1535 and HB 1558, both of which may modify property tax laws and affect taxpayers in certain parts of Fulton County. Click here to see an overview of the legislative changes. In accordance with O.C.G.A. 48-5-264.1, the appraisal staff will routinely field check properties to verify sales, check the status of building permits and review properties that have been appealed.
Fulton County Taxes - Home
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Property Taxes · General Information · Duties And Responsibilities Of Fulton County Tax Offices · TAX ASSESSORS · Maintain property ownership · Maintain property owner mailing address · Assess valuation of property · Accept and process homestead exemptions ·
GIS MAP - Fulton County
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Pay Property Taxes · Pay Fines · Request Vital Records · Financial Reports · Contacts · Live Here · Housing · Healthcare · Water Supply and Quality · Education · Senior Centers · Overdose & Addiction Awareness, Education & Prevention · Work Here · Career Training and Resources · Visit Here · Visitor’s Guide · Fulton County Camping and Recreation Area ·
Inmates
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Log in to the federal Judiciary’s electronic public access services. Close PACER Case Locator PACER Log in Manage PACER Account
Most Wanted - Fulton County Sheriff’s Office
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Page (post) titleHomePage (post) title BACKGROUND CHECKS BOND ADMINISTRATION UNIT FIELD OPERATIONS MOST WANTED NULLA BONA RAFFLES RAFFLES APPLICATION FORM CONFIDENTIAL DRUG TIP FORM CIVIL PROCESSING UNIT RECORD RESTRICTION SECONDARY METAL RECYCLERS SEX OFFENDER SEARCH SPECIALIZED UNITS CASH BOND REFUND FORM ELECTRONIC MONITORING COMPANIES The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office has identified the following individuals as wanted fugitives.
Over 400 Kilograms of Methamphetamine Seized in Fulton County - Leads to 2 Arrests | Georgia Bureau of Investigation
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Fulton County, GA (November 24, 2025) – The GBI has arrested and charged Juan Hernandez, age 40, of Atlanta, GA, and Nelsonen Sorto, age 36, of Atlanta, GA, with Trafficking Methamphetamine following a joint drug investigation by the Georgia ...
Licenses & Permits | Atlanta, GA
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Applying for a vending permit - City of Atlanta offers multiple ways for vendors to do business in the City Estimate your business tax Different businesses fall under different tax classes. Click here to determine which tax class your business falls under. Property taxes Commercial property taxes are handled by the Fulton County Tax Commissioner,
Submit Complaint
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Please provide a detailed explanation of your complaint. Include names, addresses, dates, etc. regarding all parties involved · Your complaint will be given serious consideration by the board and further investigative action may be taken, if appropriate. You may be contacted by the board ...
Request Vital Records | Georgia Department of Public Health
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This page simply highlights the different ways that vital records can be obtained through the State Office of Vital Records. It only summarizes the main points of purchasing records and is not intended to be the final authority.
Georgia Clerks Authority | Georgia Clerk of Courts | GSCCCA
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Due to construction that will allow us to better serve you, the Clerks’ Authority will suspend all walk-in service beginning Thursday, April 16, 2026. Read More Important Notice · Chanae Clemons , Superior Court Clerk of Clayton County Georgia, speaks about Clayton County and its community, ...
Fulton County
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Field notes are the narrative record of the cadastral survey . They are written in tabular format and contain the detailed descriptions of entire survey process including the instrumentation and procedures utilized, calling all physical evidence evaluated in the survey process, and listing all ...
Fulton County Government
Business, Voter & Other
Fulton County, Georgia government portal.
co.fulton.ga.us
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Fulton County?
Fulton County court cases are filed with the Clerk of Superior Court. Search the County Attorney Open records requests portal: https://www.fultoncountyga.gov/inside-fulton-county/fulton-county-departments/office-of-the-county-attorney/open-records-requests. For federal matters, see PACER.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Georgia if I wasn't convicted?
In Georgia, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Georgia's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.
Does an active warrant show up on a background check in Georgia?
Yes. Active warrants in Georgia appear on name-based criminal background checks through the Georgia Bureau of Investigation system the moment they are entered. Some employers also run a separate NCIC warrant query, which catches federal warrants as well.
How do I run a Georgia background check?
Georgia background checks are handled by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. Name-based searches are available through the official state portal (per-search fee applies). Fingerprint-based checks — required for licensing, foster care, and many employers — must be submitted through an approved vendor.