Bryan County Georgia Public Records
Bryan County is a county located in the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 30,233. The county seat is Pembroke.
Government
Bryan County is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners, which is elected from single-member districts. The Board of Commissioners is responsible for setting the county's tax rate, adopting the annual budget, and setting policy for county government.
The county is also served by a Superior Court judge, a State Court judge, a Probate Court judge, a Sheriff, a Tax Commissioner, and a Clerk of Court.
Demographics
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 30,233 people, 10,845 households, and 8,072 families residing in the county. The population density was 68.3 inhabitants per square mile (26.4/km2). There were 12,093 housing units at an average density of 27.3 per square mile (10.6/km2). The racial makeup of the county was 68.2% white, 25.2% black or African American, 0.7% Asian, 0.3% American Indian, 4.3% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Those of Hispanic or Latino origin made up 8.2% of the population. In terms of ancestry, 11.2% were American, 8.2% were Irish, and 6.2% were German.
Education
Bryan County is served by the Bryan County School District, which operates seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools. The district also operates a virtual school and an alternative school.
Bryan County Courthouse
Bryan County Georgia Court is located in Pembroke, Georgia. The address is 201 North Main Street, Pembroke, GA 31321. The court handles civil and criminal cases, including traffic violations, misdemeanors, felonies, and appeals. The court also handles probate matters, such as wills and estates. The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Bryan County Court Jurisdiction
Bryan County Georgia court jurisdiction is located in Pembroke, Georgia. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, traffic violations, and juvenile cases. The court is located at 201 North Main Street, Pembroke, GA 31321.
Bryan County Historical Facts
1. The first county seat of Bryan County was established in 1793 at Hardwick, Georgia.
2. In 1809, the county seat was moved to Richmond Hill, Georgia.
3. In 1825, the county seat was moved to Pembroke, Georgia.
4. In 1871, the county seat was moved to Black Creek, Georgia.
5. In 1872, the county seat was moved to Pembroke, Georgia, where it remains today.
6. In 1875, the first public school in Bryan County was established in Pembroke.
7. In 1876, the first railroad line in Bryan County was completed, connecting Pembroke to Savannah.
8. In 1877, the first post office in Bryan County was established in Pembroke.
9. In 1878, the first newspaper in Bryan County was established in Pembroke.
10. In 1879, the first telephone line in Bryan County was established in Pembroke.