Access Gwinnett County Death Index
Gwinnett County death records are handled by the Probate Court in Lawrenceville. As one of the most populated counties in Georgia, the Gwinnett County Probate Court processes a high volume of vital records requests. Death certificates are available for deaths that occurred in the county, and state records go back to 1919. Whether you live in Lawrenceville, Duluth, Sugar Hill, or Peachtree Corners, the Probate Court on Langley Drive is the local source for death certificates. This page covers how to search the Gwinnett County death index, fees, eligibility, and alternative ways to find records online.
Gwinnett County Death Index Facts
Gwinnett County Probate Court Office
The Gwinnett County Probate Court is located at 75 Langley Drive in Lawrenceville, GA 30046. This is the main office for death certificate requests in Gwinnett County. Walk-in visits are the quickest option. Bring your photo ID and the full name and date of death for the person whose record you need. The staff can search the system and provide a certified copy during your visit.
Gwinnett County is one of the largest counties in Georgia by population. The Probate Court handles a large number of vital records requests daily. Wait times can be longer than at smaller county offices, so plan accordingly. The court serves as the local registrar and transmits death records to the state within two business days per Georgia Rules 511-1-3. Under O.C.G.A. § 31-10-15, the attending physician must complete the medical certification within 48 hours of death.
| Office | Gwinnett County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30046 |
| Type | Probate Court |
Note: Gwinnett County Probate Court may have longer wait times due to high demand in this metro Atlanta county.
Gwinnett County Death Certificate Fees
Death certificates from Gwinnett County cost $25.00 for the first certified copy. Extra copies are $5.00 each when ordered together. These fees are set by O.C.G.A. § 31-10-26 and apply across all Georgia counties. Cash, credit, and debit cards are accepted at the counter. Mail requests require a money order or certified check. Personal checks are not taken at the Gwinnett County Probate Court.
Get all your copies in one visit. The $5.00 rate for extras only applies within the same transaction. Coming back later for another copy means paying the full $25.00 again. People handling estates, insurance claims, or property transfers in Gwinnett County often need multiple copies, so order them all at once to save money.
How to Search Gwinnett County Death Index
Visiting the Probate Court in Lawrenceville is the most direct way to find a Gwinnett County death record. Staff search by name and date of death. You walk out with your copy that same day. For a county this large, the office is well equipped to handle high volumes.
Online tools give you another path. The ROVER system is Georgia's official online ordering site. Create an account, enter the details for the deceased, and pay by credit card. ROVER covers all Georgia deaths from 1919 forward, including every Gwinnett County record in the state system. VitalChek is a third-party vendor that processes orders with a service fee. GO Certificates is another approved vendor. Both can handle Gwinnett County death certificate requests.
Historical records are available for free. The Georgia Archives holds older death files and offers a digital collection of death records from 1919 to 1927 online. The FamilySearch Georgia Death Index spans 1933 to 1998. Both are free and useful for Gwinnett County genealogy projects.
Who Can Get Gwinnett County Death Records
Certified death certificates from Gwinnett County are available only to those with a direct and tangible interest. This includes spouses, parents, adult children, grandparents, siblings, and legal representatives. Estate executors and funeral directors also qualify. When you visit the Gwinnett County Probate Court, you may need to show proof of your relationship.
Anyone can request an informational copy. These copies have no legal weight and do not include the Social Security number. They are commonly used by genealogists and researchers working with the Gwinnett County death index. The Georgia Rules 511-1-3 detail who qualifies for each copy type.
Gwinnett County Death Records by Mail
You can request Gwinnett County death records by mail. Send your request to the Gwinnett County Probate Court at 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30046. Include a money order or certified check for $25.00 made payable to the Gwinnett County Probate Court. Provide the full name of the deceased, date of death, your relationship, and a copy of your photo ID. County mail requests typically take 2 to 4 weeks.
The state office also handles mail requests. Send to Georgia Department of Public Health, Vital Records, 1680 Phoenix Blvd Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30349. Call (404) 679-4702 for questions. State processing takes 8 to 10 weeks. Since Gwinnett County is close to Atlanta, visiting the Probate Court in Lawrenceville for same-day service is often the most practical choice.
The Gwinnett County Probate Court vital records page is shown below.
The Georgia Department of Public Health website lists the Gwinnett County Probate Court and its vital records services.
This page shows the Gwinnett County Probate Court address and the types of vital records available at the Lawrenceville office.
Cities in Gwinnett County
Several major cities fall within Gwinnett County. Residents of these cities use the Gwinnett County Probate Court for death certificates.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Gwinnett County. Check their offices if you are unsure where a death was registered.