Marriage records in Richmond County, Georgia, are available through several channels. RichmondCourt.us allows you to find publicly available information about the county's marriage records. Additionally, records can be obtained directly from the Probate Court office, which issues marriage licenses, either in person or by mail. Georgia's online tools and the Augusta Open Records Requests portal also assist in finding the necessary documents.
Richmond Marriage Records Search
In Georgia, marriage licenses are issued by the Probate Court of the county where the couple applies. For Richmond County, this function is performed by the Richmond County Probate Court, located in the Augusta-Richmond County Municipal Building. This court maintains the originals of issued marriage licenses, returned marriage certificates, and related documents.
The collection includes marriage licenses issued to couples who applied to the county's Probate Court, as well as signed certificates returned by officiants after the ceremony. Historical marriage records in Richmond County have been preserved since the 19th century.
To search for court cases, including those related to marriage records, you can use the Case Management Search system on the Augusta website. The E-Access to Court Records portal of the state of Georgia is also available, featuring records from the Richmond Superior Court.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Richmond
Fees for obtaining copies of marriage records in Richmond County are set according to the Probate Court's fee schedule and Georgia state law. Below is an approximate fee table.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Certified copy of marriage certificate | $10.00 |
| Additional certified copy (in the same order) | $5.00 |
| Record search fee | Included in the cost of the certified copy |
Alternatively, certified copies of marriage certificates for marriages registered in Georgia since 1952 can be ordered through the Georgia Department of Public Health, Vital Records. The fee for a state-certified copy is typically $25.00. The processing time for county-level requests is usually the same day for in-person visits. Mail requests are typically processed within 5–10 business days.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Richmond
There are several ways to obtain a copy of a marriage certificate, depending on which option is more convenient for you.
Online
The Georgia Department of Public Health offers online ordering of certified copies through its authorized provider. The Georgia Courts website provides additional links to state court resources. To order, you will need:
- Full names of both spouses
- Date of marriage
- County where the license was issued
- Payment by credit or debit card
In Person
Visit the Richmond County Probate Court at the address provided above. No appointment is necessary—simply present a valid photo ID and pay the fee. A copy is usually issued on the day of the visit.
By Mail
Send a written request to the Probate Court's address. Include in the envelope:
- A completed request form with the full names of the spouses and the approximate date of marriage
- A copy of your photo ID
- A check or money order made payable to Richmond County Probate Court
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
If you need records related to other court cases, use the forms page on the official Clerk of Superior Court Augusta-Richmond County website. For requests regarding other types of public records, Augusta offers an online open records portal, which is a convenient first step.