Searching Union County: what to expect
Union County keeps a modest online footprint — 3 of the 17 sources below are the county's own; the rest is statewide coverage. Georgia courts search county by county, and Union County has no public online docket listed — case records mean the clerk's office, or the statewide options on the Georgia court records page. Locally, qpublic.schneidercorp.com takes care of parcel and property-tax data, while unioncountyga.gov covers local vital-records requests. The county posts nothing for recorded documents, so that search runs through the statewide sources on our Georgia recorded documents page.
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Union County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Georgia state publishers on the review date. 6 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Union County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Union County, Georgia — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
27,601
Population
Census estimate
10,759
Households
Census estimate
$59,783
Median income
Annual household
$252,100
Median home value
Census ACS
Blairsville
County seat
In Georgia
Criminal records
1 source
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
3 sources
Vital records
2 sources
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Union County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Union County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | E-Access to Court Records – Georgia Courts Georgia Courts – Home |
| Criminal records | Georgia Bureau of Investigation |
| Wants & warrants | Most Wanted - UNION COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE |
| Property records | Georgia Property Records Search | Real Estate | GSCCCA qPublic - Union County, GA - Search |
| Vital records | Vital Records | Union County, GA Request Vital Records | Georgia.gov |
| Voter records | Elections & Voter Registration | Union County, GA Board of Registrars | Union County, GA |
| Professional licenses | Open Records Request | Union County, GA |
| Recorded documents | Georgia Clerks Authority | Georgia Clerk of Courts | GSCCCA Union County, GA | Official Website aserretart; of astute |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Union County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Union County Records
2026
Union County official government portal active
The official Union County government website at www.unioncountyga.gov continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Union County court records portal verified
State court system links for Union County verified against the Georgia judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Union County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Union County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Union County property records online
Union County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Union County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Union County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Union 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 Union County Records
MYTH"Union County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Union County are held by the Georgia state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Union County are gone everywhere."
FACTSealing 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 Union County data."
FACTOnly the official Georgia state repository has verified, current Union County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Union County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Union County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
MYTH"All county records older than 50 years are public."
FACTPartially 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 and Official Record Portals
- www.unioncountyga.gov — Official Union County government website
- georgiacourts.gov — Court records — official source
- gbi.georgia.gov — Criminal records — official source
- glorecords.blm.gov — Property records — official source
- georgia.gov — Vital records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Union County & Georgia Records
For records not specific to Union 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
Looking for a person, not a database? Start with the Georgia guides:
About Union County, Georgia
Union County is located in northern Georgia. The county seat is Blairsville (official site: http://www.unioncountyga.gov/).
- Population: 27,601
- Households: 10,759
- Median household income: $59,783
- Median home value: $252,100
- Below poverty line: 11.7%
- Land area: 322.1 sq mi
- Population density: 85.7 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 1
- NCES schools indexed: 5
Georgia Property Records Search | Real Estate | GSCCCA
Official Free
The Clerks Authority Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority · Each county participating in this optional Property Search utility has specific Property Search Good From/Thru Dates posted in the "Display County Property Search Good From/Thru Dates for Participating Counties*".
qPublic - Union County, GA - Search
Official Free
Online access to maps, real estate data, tax information, and appraisal data.
Georgia Real Estate Index (GSCCCA)
Official Free
Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority — official statewide real-estate index (deeds, liens, plats).
E-Access to Court Records – Georgia Courts
Official Free
You’ll be redirected to the provider’s website and must have an account to search court records · Human Trafficking Notice
Georgia Courts – Home
Official Free
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.
Vital Records | Union County, GA
Official Free
The Probate Court is the vital records for Union County. Certified copies of birth and death certificates can be obtained in the office in person or requested through the mail.
Request Vital Records | Georgia.gov
Official Free
Vital records include birth, death, marriage, and divorce records .
Request Vital Records | Georgia Department of Public Health
Official Free
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.
Elections & Voter Registration | Union County, GA
Official Free
The Board of Elections is responsible for preparing all election materials, including the certification of qualified individuals, ballot preparation, and the actual conduction of elections and certification of results.
Board of Registrars | Union County, GA
Official Free
This includes adding new voters; removing deceased voters, felons, etc.; entering voter history; and working with the Secretary of State office daily to verify voter eligibility. The Board of Registrars is also responsible for all early and absentee voting. The rules and regulations are governed by the Georgia State Election Code as well as the State Board of Elections.
My Voter Page - Georgia.gov
Official Free
Georgia's My Voter Page. Check registration status, districts, sample ballots, and your polling place — the official lookup for every Georgia voter, straight from the Secretary of State.
Georgia Bureau of Investigation
Official Free
Georgia Bureau of Investigation — official state criminal-history clearinghouse and investigative agency.
Document: O.C.G.A. § 42-1-15 O.C.G.A. § 42-1-15
Official Free
Validity, construction, and application of federal Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act
Open Records Request | Union County, GA
Official Free
Official public records resource for Union County, Georgia. It is the authoritative source for this record type in its jurisdiction. Hours, fees, and request forms live here and stay current.
Submit Complaint
Official Free
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.
Most Wanted - UNION COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
Official Free
Union County Sheriff's Office 378 Beasley Street Blairsville, GA 30512
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Business, Voter & Other
.gov
Business filing records for Georgia. UCC lien filings against a business often search from the same office. It is the first stop for confirming a business is real, active, and who stands behind it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Union County?
Union County court cases are filed with the Clerk of Superior Court. Search the E-Access to Court Records – Georgia Courts portal: https://georgiacourts.gov/eaccess-court-records/. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in Georgia?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most Georgia counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
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.
Are Georgia criminal records public?
Mostly yes. Georgia's public-records law makes adult arrests, court filings, and conviction histories accessible to anyone unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Juvenile cases and sealed records are generally excluded by statute.