Magistrate Court Services

This website is supported through technology resources utilized by the Lanier County Probate Court to enhance court operations, public access, and administrative efficiency. To provide a unified public access point, informational resources and links related to Magistrate Court services are also included. Each court operates independently under its own statutory authority, and inclusion on this platform does not alter jurisdiction, governance, or funding responsibilities.

Magistrate Court Jurisdiction

Civil claims generally under $15,000
Dispossessory cases
Garnishments
Warrant applications
Preliminary criminal proceedings
County ordinance violations
Other statutory duties

Court Information

Information about Magistrate Court jurisdiction, court schedules, and access to court calendars.

Online Filing

Access the Magistrate Court online filing system for submitting cases and court documents electronically.

Forms & Fees

Access Magistrate Court filing fees, standard court forms, and locally used documents.

Records Requests

Submit requests for Magistrate Court records that are not available through online portals.

Court Schedule

Magistrate court is held on the 3rd Thursday of each month on Criminal Offense and Deposit Account Fraud Cases. Arraignments at 10:00 a.m. and Bench Trials at 1:00 p.m.

Court Calendars

Magistrate court dockets are viewable through the button below.

Magistrate Court Records

To request magistrate court records not available online, please visit the Records Requests menu for further directions.

Magistrate Forms & Informational Resources

Filing Fees:

Standard Forms:

Magistrate Court Non-Standardized Forms:

Online Magistrate Filing

Important Notices

Court staff cannot provide legal advice.

Laws and legal procedures may change. Individuals are responsible for verifying current requirements under Georgia law.

Online resources are provided for convenience; users should verify information with the appropriate agency when necessary.