Find Lumpkin County Death Records
Death index records in Lumpkin County are managed by the Probate Court in Dahlonega. The Lumpkin County Probate Court is the local office for all death certificate requests. Lumpkin County sits in the north Georgia mountains, and Dahlonega is well known as the site of the first American gold rush. If you need a death certificate from this area, the Probate Court is the place to start. Georgia state death records go back to 1919, and the Lumpkin County Probate Court may hold some earlier files. This page covers fees, eligibility, and how to search for Lumpkin County death records both in person and online.
Lumpkin County Death Index Facts
Lumpkin County Probate Court Office
The Lumpkin County Probate Court is at 325 Riley Road, Room 122, Dahlonega, GA 30533. This is the office that handles death certificates in Lumpkin County. It is open on weekdays during regular hours.
Walk-in requests are the fastest route. Bring a valid photo ID and the deceased person's full name and date of death. Staff at the Lumpkin County Probate Court can search the death index and print a certified copy while you wait. If the death took place outside Lumpkin County, the record would be filed in the county where it happened. The staff can help you figure out where to look if they do not have the record on file.
The Probate Court in Dahlonega also handles birth certificates and marriage records. Death certificate requests are a common service. If you have questions about a specific Lumpkin County death record, call before visiting.
| Office | Lumpkin County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 325 Riley Road, Room 122, Dahlonega, GA 30533 |
| Type | Probate Court |
Note: Lumpkin County Probate Court may close for state holidays and county events.
Lumpkin County Death Certificate Fees
A Lumpkin County death certificate costs $25.00 for the first certified copy. Additional copies are $5.00 each when ordered at the same time. O.C.G.A. § 31-10-26 sets these fees for every Georgia county.
You can pay with cash at the Lumpkin County Probate Court. Credit and debit cards also work. Mail requests need a certified check or money order. Personal checks are not accepted. Fees are non-refundable even if the record is not found. Get all copies at once to avoid paying the full $25.00 on return visits.
How to Search Lumpkin County Death Index
The Probate Court in Dahlonega is the direct option. Staff search by name and date. Online tools are also available.
Georgia's ROVER is the state's official online ordering system. Create an account, enter the deceased person's details, and pay with a credit card. ROVER handles deaths from 1919 on. VitalChek and GO Certificates are two approved third-party vendors that also process online orders with extra fees. All three access the same state database, so they can pull Lumpkin County death records. Expect several weeks of processing time.
For historical death records from Lumpkin County, the Georgia Archives holds older files. Their digital death certificates from 1919 to 1927 are free to browse. The FamilySearch Georgia Death Index covers 1933 to 1998 at no charge. Both are helpful for genealogy research tied to Lumpkin County.
Eligibility for Lumpkin County Death Records
Certified death certificates require a direct and tangible interest under O.C.G.A. § 31-10-15. This includes the spouse, parents, adult children, grandchildren, legal guardians, and legal representatives. Funeral directors can get copies from Lumpkin County too.
Anyone can request a plain paper copy. These have the Social Security number removed and may leave out the cause of death. They are fine for research but are not legally valid. Georgia Rules 511-1-3 cover the full eligibility details for both types of copies.
Mail Requests for Lumpkin County Death Records
Send mail requests to the Lumpkin County Probate Court at 325 Riley Road, Room 122, Dahlonega, GA 30533. Include the full name of the deceased, date of death, your relationship, a copy of your photo ID, and a certified check or money order for $25.00.
The state office at 1680 Phoenix Blvd Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30349, also takes mail requests. Phone: (404) 679-4702. State requests take 8 to 10 weeks. The Lumpkin County Probate Court is usually faster, around 2 to 4 weeks for mail responses.
The Lumpkin County Probate Court page is shown below.
The Georgia Department of Public Health website lists the Lumpkin County Probate Court and its vital records services.
This page shows the Lumpkin County Probate Court location in Dahlonega and the types of death records services provided.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Lumpkin County. Check them if the death you are looking for might be filed in a neighboring area.