Notice: A criminal case in the DeKalb Superior Court (DeKalb Judicial Circuit) is not assigned to a specific Judge until the District Attorney decides to bring charges in the case. Charges in a criminal case in Superior Court proceed by way of an indictment returned by the Grand Jury or by way of an accusation drawn by the District Attorney. When the indictment or accusation is filed with the Clerk of Superior Court, the case is then assigned to one of ten Superior Court Judges. Prior to a case being filed, the case is "unindicted" and identified with a "D" number. It is not assigned to a specific Superior Court Judge. All questions regarding "D" number cases should therefore be directed to the District Attorney's office.
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    Decatur, Georgia 30030

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DeKalb County, Georgia

556 N. McDonough Street

Decatur, Georgia 30030

404-371-4901

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Our Mission

DeKalb County Superior Courts

To provide an independent, accessible and responsive forum for the just resolution of legal disputes and criminal matters in a manner that preserves the rule of law and protects the rights of all parties. To act expeditiously in a manner that instills public trust and confidence that the Superior Court operates fairly, efficiently and effectively.

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Family Law Information
Center

Legal forms and instruction packets,attorney consultations, reference materials, and other services.

Superior Court Judges

Our judges preside over serious civil and criminal cases with a commitment to justice, integrity, and community service.

Jury Management

Empower jurors with clear instructions, real-time updates, and easy check-in.

Dispute Resolution

That citizens in dispute would have input into the method used to resolve their dispute.

We are committed to serving the residents of DeKalb County with integrity, transparency, and respect. Our court handles a wide range of civil and criminal matters, ensuring fair and impartial justice for all. Whether you’re here for jury service, filing documents, attending a hearing, or seeking information, our staff is here to assist you.

Please explore our services online or visit the courthouse for in-person support. We strive to make your experience accessible, efficient, and informative

Court Services

Divisions and Services

DeKalb County Superior Court includes divisions for civil, criminal, family law, and real estate matters, each offering services like case filing, protective orders, jury management, and dispute resolution. The Clerk’s Office supports these divisions with eFiling, record searches, passport processing, trade name registration, and notary services.

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Court Administrator

The Office of Court Administration was established to manage the planning, business functions and support operations for the Superior Court Judicial Divisions. This includes responsibility for budgeting and accounting, personnel administration, resource, systems and facilities management as well as court program development and supervision for the Superior Court.

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Process Servers

DeKalb County Superior Court process servers are appointed annually to serve legal documents such as summonses, subpoenas, and complaints. To become a Permanent Process Server (PPS), applicants must complete certification training, pass a state exam, and submit a detailed application packet to the Chief Judge.

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Meet Our Judges

DeKalb County Superior Court judges preside over felony criminal cases, civil disputes, family law matters, and appeals from lower courts. Each judge is each responsible for managing courtroom proceedings and judicial administration.

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Work With Us

The DeKalb County Superior Court invites collaboration with legal professionals, vendors, and community partners to support its mission of accessible, efficient justice. Opportunities include court-appointed roles, civic engagement programs, and procurement through the county’s contracting system.

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Family Law Information Center

The DeKalb County Superior Court Family Law division provides legal services and resources for matters such as divorce, child custody, legitimation, and support modifications.

It also operates a Family Law Information Center offering attorney consultations, legal forms, and guidance for self-represented litigants

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DeKalb County Judicial Operations

Agency-specific information:

Notice to the bar and citizens:

A criminal case in the DeKalb Superior Court (DeKalb Judicial Circuit) is not assigned to a specific Judge until the District Attorney makes a decision to bring charges in the case.
Charges in a criminal case in Superior Court proceed by way of an indictment returned by the Grand Jury or by way of an accusation drawn by the District Attorney. When the indictment or accusation is filed with the Clerk of Superior Court, the case is then assigned to one of ten Superior Court Judges.
Prior to a case being filed, the case is “unindicted” and identified with a “D” number. It is not assigned to a specific Superior Court Judge.
All questions regarding “D” number cases should therefore be directed to the District Attorney’s office.