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Estates - Probate of Wills and Administration
Guardianships - Adults and Minors
Licenses - Marriage Licenses and Firearms Licenses
Vital Records - Birth and Death
What is the Jurisdiction of the Probate Court?
The Probate Court jurisdiction includes estates, wills, administration, guardianship, and incapacity issues. We issue marriage licenses, firearms licenses, and United States Passports. Crisis intervention services are available through involuntary commitment and document preparation for temporary protective orders. Vital records including birth certificates and death certificates are filed in the Probate Court.
Where to Find Us
We are located on the third floor of the Putnam County Courthouse in the East Wing, Room 318. The public entrance is on the Marion Street side of the courthouse. There is a handicap accessible parking lot on the Sumpter Street side of the courthouse. Handicapped individuals may enter from the Sumpter Street entrance of the courthouse by ringing a buzzer for entry by the deputies. Upon entry to the courthouse you will have to pass through the security check point.
Contact Us
Patrice Howard, Probate Judge
Phone:
(706)-485-5476
Fax:
(706)-485-2515
Email:
probatecourt@putnamprobate.com
Address:
100 South Jefferson Avenue
Suite 318
Eatonton, GA 31024