Criminal Department
Welcome to the DeKalb Superior Court Criminal Department
NEW: ORDER IMPLEMENTING ELECTRONIC-FILING FOR CRIMINAL CASES
eFiling of Criminal Pleadings is now available. To setup your eFileGA account and electronically file your criminal pleadings case, please go to https://efilega.tylertech.cloud/OfsEfsp/ui/landing
The Self Help section contains Training Videos, FAQs, User guides, Self Service and Web Training Sessions to help make the eFiling process easier.
Subsequent filings can be eFiled from the Clerk of Superior Court's Office using PAT (Public Access Terminal). PAT's are available Monday thru Friday, 8:30AM to 5:00PM.
eFiling Instructions
**READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BELOW TO MINIMIZE THE CHANCE OF YOUR FILING BEING REJECTED: **
PROPOSED ORDERS
Exhibits
FILING CODES
COMMON REASONS FOR REJECTION
PROPOSED ORDERS
Proposed Orders must be submitted to the Clerk of Court in both Word and PDF file format through eFileGA. Filer must use the "Proposed Order" filing code.
Exhibits
If you have exhibits to pleadings, the exhibits should be part of the lead document. If filing exhibits separately, include a notice of filing (filing code "Notice of Filing") as the first pleading, and then use the filing code "Exhibit" for each exhibit cited in the notice of filing.
For Court Reporters: If filing exhibits as part of a transcript, please include a standard transcript cover page with corresponding case number, defendant and court reporter credintials and use the filing code "TRANSCRIPT EXHIBITS."
FILING CODES
Use a separate filing code for ALL Original Signed Pleadings. We provide a comprehensive list of filing codes for you to select from. If you are unable to find a code that matches your pleading, please call one of our direct support numbers for assistance (404) 371-3267 or 404-371-2701 or (404) 371-4776 or (404) 687-3874.
The following forms and pleadings also require a separate filing code: Proposed Order.
COMMON REASONS FOR REJECTION
- The filing code does not match the document. See the filing code section for instructions.
- This Case cannot be eFiled. See the Mandatory eFile Order for Case Type Restrictions.
- Exhibit(s) filed incorrectly. Go to Exhibits section for instructions.
- Filed in the wrong County.
- Filed in the wrong Court Location.
- Signature is missing.
- Incomplete information.
- Payment is required.
- Use a separate filing code for each document. See the Filing code section for instructions.
- Illegible/Improper document format. See the Mandatory eFile Order for instructions.
If you have questions about the Criminal eFiling process, please contact one of our direct support numbers for assistance (404) 371-4199 or (404)-371-6297 or (404) 687-2701.
File by Mail Instructions
Mail Criminal Filings to:
DeKalb County Superior Court Clerk
Ground Floor, Attn: Criminal Filing
556 N. McDonough Street
Decatur, GA 30030
* Please include a self-addressed return stamped envelope.
* Filings should include the original and copies to be returned.
Requests for Certified or Regular Copies
Required Information
Cost for Copies
Copies Via Odyssey Portal
Certified Copies Via eCertification Portal
Required Information
* For documents filed prior to 2010, please visit the Archives page.
- Defendant’s full name
- Case number
- Date of birth and
- Charge(s) when arrested
- Contact number or email for follow-up
Cost for Copies
- Certified copies are $2.50 for the certification and $0.50 for each additional page
- Plain copies are $1.00 per page
Copies Via Odyssey Portal
Documents can be accessed via Odyssey Portal. You can check Portal to locate your case number and to determine which documents you may need copies of. You do not need an account to simply see the case and events. However, if you would like to see the actual document, you need to register for an account and request access to view documents. You can also purchase/view documents (the first page is visible for free) from Portal.
Certified Copies Via eCertification Portal
Certified documents can be accessed via eCertification Portal. You will create an account and submit a request. The Clerk's Office will review your request and if possible, submit your certified documents via the eCertification Portal. You will have six (6) days to pay for the documents. If you do not pay for the documents within the six (6) days, your request will be automatically rejected and you will need to resubmit your request.
Change of Address
Change of Address Process
It is the defendant’s responsibility to notify the court in writing of any change of address. Sureties and attorneys are also responsible for notifying the court in writing of any change of address. Failure to do so could result in not receiving notification of a court date change, which could result in a bench warrant and/or license suspension being issued for failure to appear.
To change your mailing address on your current criminal case: download, complete, print, sign and date a Change of Address Form.
You can eFile your Change of Address form with a copy of your state issued identification.
NOTE: You must send the Change of Address Form as a .pdf or word document.
DO NOT SEND A PHOTO OF THE CHANGE OF ADDRESS FORM. PHOTOS OF THE FORM ARE NOT READABLE WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. FAILURE TO INCLUDE A COPY OF YOUR STATE ID WILL DELAY THE CHANGE OF ADDRESS PROCESS. Photo of your I.D. is acceptable.
Criminal Fees
Criminal Fees
Criminal Subpoenas - No Charge
Certified Copies of Documents are $2.50 for the first page, $.50 for each additional page.
Regular copies are $1.00 per page.
We accept credit cards*, cash, money orders and in some cases business checks made payable to the Clerk of Superior Court.
CONTACT US
If you have questions or concerns about any Criminal Cases or processes, please click here to send an email.
Resources
DeKalb County Sheriff's Office
Execution of Temporary Protective Orders
DeKalb County Sheriff's Office
Domestic Violence Unit
404-298-8315 (Days)
404-298-8200 (Evenings)
DEPARTMENTS LIST
- Criminal Department
Helpful Links
Criminal Record Restriction Process
(Expungement)
Criminal Case information can be viewed by using our Online Judicial System (Odyssey) at DeKalb County - Judicial Information System (tylertech.cloud)
DeKalb County Sheriff's Office
(Victim Information Notification Everyday)
Info on Pardons & Restoration of Rights
Government Authorized Access Only
Certified copies of a Superior Court Final Disposition can be picked up in person at the Clerk's Office, on the ground floor of the DeKalb County Courthouse. Final dispositions are available and entered within 24 hours of the hearing date.
Certified copies are $2.50 for the first page, $.50 for each additional page. Regular copies are $1.00 per page. We accept credit cards*, cash, money orders and in some cases business checks made payable to the Clerk of Superior Court.
Clerk of Superior Court
Criminal Division
556 North McDonough Street
Ground Floor
Decatur, GA 30030
8:30AM - 5:00PM
*Credit card surcharge of 2% fee +$1.00.