Jasper County Death Records
Death records in Jasper County are managed through the Probate Court in Monticello. The Jasper County Probate Court is the local office where you can request certified copies of death certificates. Whether you need a record for legal purposes, estate matters, or family research, this office handles all death index requests for the county. Georgia's state records go back to 1919, and the Jasper County Probate Court may have some older files as well. This page explains how to get death certificates, the cost, who can request them, and where to search for historical Jasper County death records online.
Jasper County Death Index Facts
Jasper County Probate Court Details
The Jasper County Probate Court is located at 126 West Greene Street Suite 11, Monticello, GA 31064. This is where Jasper County residents go to get copies of death certificates. The Probate Court is open on weekdays during regular business hours. You will need a photo ID to request records.
When you visit the Jasper County Probate Court, bring the full name and date of death of the person whose record you need. Staff can search the death index right there and hand you a certified copy the same day in most cases. If the record is not on file locally, the staff may suggest checking with the state office in Atlanta. Deaths are filed in the county where they occur, so someone who lived in Jasper County but died elsewhere would have their record in a different county.
| Office | Jasper County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 126 West Greene Street Suite 11, Monticello, GA 31064 |
| Type | Probate Court |
Jasper County Death Certificate Costs
The fee for a Jasper County death certificate is $25.00 for the first certified copy. Additional copies cost $5.00 each when ordered at the same time. These are set by Georgia law under O.C.G.A. § 31-10-26. Every county in the state charges the same amount.
Cash, credit cards, and debit cards work for in-person visits at the Jasper County Probate Court. Mail-in requests need a certified check or money order. No personal checks. If the search turns up nothing, the fee still applies. You get a not-on-file letter instead of a certificate.
Note: Order all copies you need at once to save on the $25.00 repeat fee for separate visits.
Searching the Jasper County Death Index
You have several options for searching Jasper County death records. The Probate Court in Monticello is the hands-on choice. Staff search by name and date of death. If you cannot make it to Monticello, online tools are the next best thing.
The state runs ROVER, an online system for ordering vital records. You can use ROVER to request Jasper County death certificates from anywhere. You need to set up an account and have a credit card ready. Processing and delivery take a few weeks. Two third-party sites also work with the state: VitalChek and GO Certificates. Both add their own fees on top of the $25.00 state cost.
Genealogists looking for older Jasper County death records should check the Georgia Archives. The digital death certificates from 1919 to 1927 are free to browse. The FamilySearch Georgia Death Index spans 1933 to 1998, also at no cost.
Who Qualifies for Jasper County Death Records
Certified copies of Jasper County death certificates are restricted under O.C.G.A. § 31-10-15. You need a direct and tangible interest in the record. This includes the spouse, parents, adult children, grandchildren, and legal representatives of the deceased person. Funeral directors also qualify.
Plain paper copies are available to the general public. These copies have the Social Security number removed. The Georgia Rules 511-1-3 spell out the full eligibility requirements for both types of copies from Jasper County or any other county in Georgia.
Requesting Jasper County Death Records by Mail
Mail requests go to the Jasper County Probate Court at 126 West Greene Street Suite 11, Monticello, GA 31064. Include the name of the deceased, date of death, your relationship, a copy of your ID, and a money order or certified check for $25.00 made out to the Jasper County Probate Court.
You can also send a request to the Georgia Department of Public Health, Vital Records, 1680 Phoenix Blvd Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30349. Call (404) 679-4702 for help. State mail requests take 8 to 10 weeks. The Jasper County office is usually faster, typically 2 to 4 weeks for a response.
The Jasper County Probate Court page is shown below.
The Georgia Department of Public Health website lists the Jasper County Probate Court for vital records services.
This page shows the Jasper County Probate Court address and the death certificate services offered in Monticello.
Nearby Counties
These counties are next to Jasper County. If you are not sure where a death was recorded, check these offices as well.