Search Taliaferro County Death Records
Taliaferro County death index records are managed by the Probate Court in Crawfordville. This is the smallest county in Georgia by population, but the Probate Court still handles all death certificate requests the same way as larger counties. You can visit the office on Monument Street or use state online tools to search for a death record from Taliaferro County. State-level records go back to 1919. This page explains how to get death certificates, what they cost, and where to look for older Taliaferro County death index files.
Taliaferro County Death Index Facts
Taliaferro County Probate Court
The Taliaferro County Probate Court handles death certificate requests for the county. The office is at 113 Monument Street in Crawfordville, GA 30631. Walk-in visits let you get a certified copy on the spot. Staff can look up death records by name and date. Bring a valid photo ID and the full name of the deceased. If you know the date of death, that helps speed things up. Even a rough range works if you do not have an exact date.
Taliaferro County is part of the East Central Health District. The district serves 13 counties in the region and can step in if the Probate Court runs into trouble locating a record. Older files sometimes shift between offices, and the district keeps its own copies of vital records. Calling the Probate Court before you drive to Crawfordville is a smart move. Confirm the record is on file and ask about payment options.
Because Taliaferro County is so small, the Probate Court may have limited hours on certain days. Staff handle probate, vital records, and other court matters all in one office. Patience helps. If you plan to visit, try to arrive early in the day to make sure you have time to complete your request before the office closes.
| Office | Taliaferro County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 113 Monument Street, Crawfordville, GA 30631 |
| District | East Central Health District |
Fees for Taliaferro County Death Certificates
A certified death certificate from Taliaferro County costs $25.00. 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, and they are the same at every county in Georgia. Cash is fine for in-person visits. Money orders and certified checks work for mail requests. Ask the Probate Court about credit card acceptance since not all small county offices have card readers.
The $5.00 rate for extra copies only applies to the same transaction. Come back a different day and you pay the full $25.00 for each new copy. Most people who need Taliaferro County death records for estate or insurance purposes grab two or three copies during the first visit.
Search Taliaferro County Death Index Online
Several online tools can pull Taliaferro County death records from the state database. Georgia's ROVER system is the main portal. Create an account and type in the details about the person you are looking for. ROVER covers deaths from 1919 onward. Delivery takes a few weeks by mail.
VitalChek offers another way to order online but adds a service fee. GO Certificates is a third choice for ordering Georgia death certificates over the web. Both services pull from the same state records that include Taliaferro County deaths. For anyone who does not want to drive to Crawfordville, these online options save a trip.
Historical records from Taliaferro County are also out there. The Georgia Archives keeps older files, and the digital collection from 1919 to 1927 can be browsed at no cost. The FamilySearch Georgia Death Index covers 1933 through 1998. Both are free to use and may have Taliaferro County entries.
Who Can Get Death Records in Taliaferro County
Georgia restricts certified death certificates to people with a direct and tangible interest. O.C.G.A. § 31-10-15 lists who qualifies. Spouses, parents, children, and legal representatives of the deceased can all request certified copies. Funeral directors involved in the case qualify too. Bring proof of your relationship if you visit the Taliaferro County Probate Court.
Anyone can get an informational copy. These do not carry the certified stamp and cannot be used for legal matters. But they show the same data on file. Genealogists and family history researchers often use informational copies when they search Taliaferro County death records. The Georgia Rules 511-1-3 explain the full breakdown of certified versus informational access rights.
Note: The Taliaferro County Probate Court may ask for written proof of your connection to the deceased before releasing a certified copy.
Requesting Taliaferro County Records by Mail
You can mail a request for a death certificate to the Taliaferro County Probate Court at 113 Monument Street, Crawfordville, GA 30631. Send a money order or certified check for $25.00 payable to the Taliaferro County Probate Court. Include the full name of the deceased, the date of death, and your relationship to the person. Add a photocopy of your ID. County mail requests usually take 2 to 4 weeks.
The state office also accepts mail requests. Send those to Georgia Department of Public Health, Vital Records, 1680 Phoenix Blvd Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30349. Phone them at (404) 679-4702 if you have questions. State processing runs 8 to 10 weeks. For a faster result, the county office in Crawfordville is your better choice.
The Taliaferro County Probate Court page is shown below.
The Georgia Department of Public Health website shows the Taliaferro County Probate Court listing for vital records.
This listing covers the office address, services offered, and how to reach the Taliaferro County Probate Court in Crawfordville.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Taliaferro County. Check the neighboring offices if you are not sure where a death was filed.