Probate Court

The Probate Court has exclusive jurisdiction over the probate of wills, the administration of estates, the appointment of guardians and conservators for incapacitated adults and minor children, and commitments to involuntary evaluation and treatment for people with mental health, drug or alcohol issues. The Probate Court also issues both marriage and firearms licenses and performs a number of other administrative duties.

Brooks County Probate Court

Kathy Shiver, Judge
Belinda Parker, Clerk of Court

Email: probate.brookscountyga.gov

1 Screven Street, Suite 4
Quitman, Georgia 31643
Phone: 229 – 263 – 5567
Fax: 229 – 263 – 5058

Please Note

  • Marriage Licenses and Weapons Carry Renewals are completed between 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • New Weapons Carry Applications are completed on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday between the hours of 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  • Customers must arrive before 4:00 PM to allow sufficient time to conclude all business with the Court at or before 4:30 PM. No payments will be accepted after 4:00 PM.

Useful Websites

www.georgiaprobaterecords.com

  • Search probate records
  • Apply for a marriage license
  • Apply for weapons carry license
  • Renew a weapons carry license

www.georgiacourts.gov/probate

  • Complete and print standard probate forms or petitions
  • View informational videos to determine which petition to file