Guide to filing a mechanics lien in Douglas County

Where is the Douglas County Recorder's Office that files mechanic liens?

You can file your mechanic liens in person at the Douglas County Clerk of Superior Court’s Office located at:

8700 Hospital Drive – Main Floor, Douglas County Courthouse
Douglasville, Georgia 30134

Phone: 770.920.7252
E-mail: clerksuperiorcourt@co.douglas.ga.us

What is Douglas County's Recording Backlog?

The Douglas County Superior Court Clerk’s Office does not publicly disclose information on recording backlog.

Should I file my mechanics lien in Douglas County?

If your construction project is located in Douglas County, then yes, you should file your lien here.

What are the margin & page size requirements to file a lien in Douglas County?

What are the filing fees to record a mechanics lien in Douglas County?

The Douglas County Clerk of Superior Court’s recording fees as follows:

Lien Fees

Tax Liens: $5.00 for the first page, $2.00 for each additional page and $2.00 cross reference fee

Assignments & Cancellations of Liens: $5.00 for the first page, $2.00 for each additional page and $2.00 cross reference fee

Hospital Liens: $5.00 for the first page, $2.00 for each additional page and $2.00 cross reference fee

Notice of Commencement: $5.00 for the first page, $2.00 for each additional page and $2.00 cross reference fee

Copy Fees

Uncertified/no assistance from clerk: $0.50 per page

Uncertified/assistant from clerk: $1.00 per page

Uncertified/ electronic: $2.50 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page

Certified/ Exemplified & Seal: $2.50 for first page and $0.50 for each additional page

How do I get a recorded copy of my lien from the Douglas County Recorder's Office?

You can obtain a recorded copy of your lien in person at the Douglas County Clerk of Superior Court’s Office located at:

8700 Hospital Drive – Main Floor
Douglas County Courthouse
Douglasville, Georgia 30134

Phone: 770.920.7252
E-mail: clerksuperiorcourt@co.douglas.ga.us

Copy fees are as follows:

Uncertified/no assistance from clerk: $0.50 per page
Uncertified/assistant from clerk: $1.00 per page
Uncertified/ electronic: $2.50 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page
Certified/ Exemplified & Seal: $2.50 for first page and $0.50 for each additional page