Fayette County
A complete resource for Fayette County residents. Court contacts, local services, and experienced legal help after an accident.
Cities We Serve in Fayette County
Fayette County Courthouse Information
The Fayette County Courthouse in Fayetteville, Georgia is one of the most historic courthouses in the state and has long served as the center of county government and judicial activity. Originally built in the 1800s, the courthouse is known for its classic Southern architecture and deep local history. In fact, the original Fayette County courthouse is recognized as one of the oldest courthouses in Georgia still connected to county history.
Today, the Fayette County judicial system handles a wide range of legal matters including criminal cases, civil disputes, family law matters, probate issues, traffic citations, and jury trials. The courthouse complex serves residents throughout Fayette County and remains a central landmark in downtown Fayetteville. The area around the courthouse includes county offices, legal services, and public records departments, making it one of the busiest government hubs in the county.
What Types of Cases Are Handled?
- Personal Injury Cases
- Civil Litigation
- Felony Criminal Cases
- Misdemeanor Criminal Cases
- Traffic and DUI Cases
- Family Law Matters
- Divorce and Child Custody Cases
- Probate and Estate Matters
- Small Claims Cases
- Landlord-Tenant Disputes
- Juvenile Court Matters
- Protective Orders and Temporary Protective Orders (TPOs)
- Jury Trials and Court Hearings
- Court Filings and Public Records Requests
- Guardianships and Conservatorships
- Real Estate and Property Disputes
Key Sites / Courts for Fayette County
Fayette County Superior Court
Address: 1 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Phone: (770) 716-4290
Services: Superior Court proceedings, felony criminal cases, major civil litigation, divorce and family law matters, jury trials, real estate and deed filings, court filings, and public court records requests.
Fayette County State Court
Address: 1 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Phone: (770) 716-4270
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Services: Traffic citation cases, misdemeanor criminal matters, DUI cases, civil lawsuits, probation matters, jury trials, court calendars, and public case searches.
Fayette County Magistrate Court
Address: 1 Center Drive, Suite 1230, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Phone: (770) 716-4230
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Services: Small claims cases, landlord-tenant disputes, garnishments, warrant applications, dispossessory actions, civil filings, mediation services, and court records access.
Fayette County Probate Court
Address: 1 Center Drive, Suite C2300, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Phone: (770) 716-4220
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Services: Marriage licenses, weapons carry permits, probate and estate matters, wills, guardianships, conservatorships, birth and death certificates, and mental health proceedings.
Fayette County Clerk of Superior Court
Address: 1 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Phone: (770) 716-4290
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Services: Superior Court filings, felony criminal case records, civil filings, deed and real estate records, certified copies, passport services, subpoenas, eFiling access, and public court records requests.
Law Enforcement Information
Fayette County Sheriff's Office
Address: 155 Johnson Avenue, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Phone: (770) 461-6353
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Services: Court security, inmate information, jail operations, warrant services, patrol operations, criminal investigations, courthouse security, traffic enforcement, public records requests, and county law enforcement operations.
Fayette County Jail
Address: 145 Johnson Avenue, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Phone: (770) 716-4720
Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Services: Inmate information, inmate visitation, detention services, bonding information, inmate processing, jail administration, and inmate medical services.
Fayette County Sheriff's Office – Criminal Investigations Division
Phone: (770) 716-4750
Services: Criminal investigations, felony investigations, evidence processing, and investigative support services.
Fayette County Sheriff's Office – Field Operations Division
Phone: (770) 716-4842
Services: Patrol operations, traffic enforcement, warrant services, public safety response, and county patrol support.
Fayetteville Police Department
Address: 760 Jimmie Mayfield Boulevard, Fayetteville, GA 30215
Phone: (770) 461-4441
Services: Police reports, accident reports, criminal investigations, traffic enforcement, patrol services, records requests, emergency response services, and community policing operations.
Major Hospitals and Trauma Centers
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
Address: 1255 Highway 54 West, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Phone: (770) 719-7000
Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Services: Emergency department, trauma and critical care, cardiac care, stroke care, surgery, orthopedics, women's services, labor and delivery, imaging, cancer care, rehabilitation services, and inpatient care.
Emory at Fayetteville
Address: 1265 Highway 54 West, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Phone: (404) 778-3401
Hours: Monday–Friday, varying clinic hours
Services: Primary care, specialty physician services, imaging, cardiology, oncology, orthopedic care, and outpatient medical services.
Peachtree Immediate Care – Fayetteville
Address: 1275 Highway 54 West, Suite 201, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Phone: (770) 460-4285
Hours: Daily, extended urgent care hours
Services: Urgent care, walk-in treatment, illness and injury care, X-rays, physicals, occupational medicine, flu testing, and minor emergency treatment.
Piedmont Urgent Care – Peachtree City
Address: 1975 Highway 54 West, Peachtree City, GA 30269
Phone: (678) 364-9675
Hours: Daily, 8:00 AM–8:00 PM
Services: Urgent care, illness treatment, minor injury care, diagnostics, physicals, virtual visits, and walk-in medical services.
Fayette County Health Department
Address: 140 Stonewall Avenue West, Suite 100, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Phone: (770) 305-5416
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Services: Public health services, immunizations, wellness screenings, women's health services, family planning, environmental health services, birth and death certificates, and community health programs
DMV Locations in Fayette County
Fayette County Tax Commissioner's Office – Main Tag Office
Address: 140 Stonewall Avenue West, Suite 100, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Phone: (770) 461-3652
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Note: Handles vehicle registration, title transfers, tag renewals, license plates, and property tax payments. Driver's license services are not available at this location.
Services: Vehicle registration, title transfers, tag renewals, license plates, property tax payments, and other motor vehicle-related services.
Georgia Department of Driver Services – Fayetteville (Driver's Licenses)
Address: 749 West Lanier Avenue, Suite 102, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Phone: (678) 413-8400
Hours: Tuesday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM / Saturday, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Services: Driver's license issuance and renewal, written tests, road tests, REAL ID services, identification cards, CDL services, reinstatements, and driving records.
Peachtree City Satellite Tag Office
Address: 215 Willowbend Road, Peachtree City, GA 30269
Phone: (770) 631-2500
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Note: Limited motor vehicle services location. Driver's license services are not available here.
Services: Tag renewals, vehicle registration assistance, title transfers, and county tag office services.