Peachtree City Death Records

Peachtree City death index records are filed through the Fayette County Probate Court in Fayetteville. Peachtree City is the largest city in Fayette County, but all vital records requests still go through the county probate court at the county seat. The court handles death certificate searches, issues certified copies, and processes mail requests for anyone who needs a death record tied to Peachtree City. You can go in person, send a letter, or use the state's online tools. This page covers everything you need to know about getting a Peachtree City death record.

Fayette County Probate Court

The Fayette County Probate Court manages all death certificates for Peachtree City. In Fayette County, the probate court serves as the local vital records custodian instead of the health department. This office can search for records, print certified copies, and handle requests from family members, legal reps, and funeral directors. Walk-in visits during normal business hours are the quickest way to get a Peachtree City death certificate.

The court is at 1 Center Drive in Fayetteville, GA 30214. It is a short drive from Peachtree City. Bring a valid photo ID and the full name and date of death for the person whose record you need. Staff can usually find the record and print it the same day. The office has access to death records going back to 1919 through the state system.

Note: The probate court in Fayetteville handles all Peachtree City death record requests since the city does not have its own vital records desk.

Peachtree City Death Certificate Costs

Peachtree City death certificates cost $25.00 for the first certified copy. Extra copies are $5.00 each when you order them at the same time. State law under O.C.G.A. § 31-10-26 sets these fees. Every county in Georgia charges the same rates for death certificates.

Cash and credit cards work at the counter. Mail orders require a money order or certified check. Personal checks are not accepted. The fee covers the search even if no record is found. In that case, you get a not-on-file letter. People dealing with an estate or insurance claim for someone in Peachtree City should order at least two copies to save a return trip later.

Searching Peachtree City Death Index

The fastest way to find a Peachtree City death record is a visit to the Fayette County Probate Court. Staff search by name and date of death. If the record is on file, you can get a certified copy right then.

Online ordering is available through Georgia's ROVER system. Create an account and enter the details of the deceased person. The state mails the certificate, but it takes 8 to 10 weeks. VitalChek and GO Certificates are third-party options. They charge service fees on top of the state cost. All three systems can pull Peachtree City death records from the same statewide database.

Under O.C.G.A. § 31-10-15, a death certificate must be filed for every death in Georgia. The attending physician completes the medical section within 48 hours. Peachtree City death records enter the system quickly after the event. Very recent records may be at the county office before showing up in the online tools.

Who Can Get Peachtree City Death Records

Certified death certificates are only issued to people with a direct and tangible interest. Spouses, parents, adult children, legal guardians, and estate administrators qualify. Funeral directors can get copies too. Georgia Rules 511-1-3 spell out the full eligibility list.

Plain paper copies are open to anyone. The Social Security number is removed from these copies. They are not certified and have no legal standing, but they work for genealogy and research. The Fayette County Probate Court issues both types for Peachtree City death records at the standard fee.

Peachtree City Death Records by Mail

Mail your request to the Fayette County Probate Court at 1 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA 30214. Include a money order for $25.00, the deceased person's full name and date of death, your relationship, and a copy of your photo ID. County mail requests typically process in 2 to 4 weeks.

You can also write to the state office at Georgia Department of Public Health, Vital Records, 1680 Phoenix Blvd Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30349. Call (404) 679-4702 with questions. State mail takes 8 to 10 weeks. The Fayette County office is faster and easier for Peachtree City residents. A walk-in visit is always the quickest path.

Older Death Records for Peachtree City

The Georgia Archives has historical death records that include Fayette County files. They offer a free digital collection of 1919 to 1927 death records. The FamilySearch Georgia Death Index covers 1933 through 1998 at no cost.

Peachtree City was incorporated in 1959, so records from before that date are filed under Fayette County. These free tools let you verify that a record exists before paying for a certified copy from the probate court.

Fayette County Probate Court Page

The Georgia DPH listing for Fayette County Probate Court shows the office location and vital records details for Peachtree City residents.

This listing covers the court address, services available, and how Peachtree City residents can request death records from Fayette County.

Nearby Cities

Newnan is the closest qualifying city to Peachtree City and uses a neighboring county office for death records.