Camden County Georgia Public Records
Camden County is located in the southeastern corner of Georgia and is part of the Brunswick, Georgia Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the population was 50,513. The county seat is Woodbine.
The county government is organized into a Board of Commissioners, which is the legislative body, and a County Administrator, who is the executive officer. The Board of Commissioners is composed of five members, each elected from a single-member district. The Board of Commissioners is responsible for setting policies and enacting laws and regulations.
The county is served by the Camden County Sheriff's Office, which is responsible for law enforcement and the operation of the county jail. The county also has a Fire Department, which is responsible for fire protection and emergency medical services.
The county is served by the Camden County School System, which operates public schools in the county. The county also has a library system, which operates several branches throughout the county.
The county is served by the Camden County Health Department, which is responsible for public health and environmental protection. The county also has a Parks and Recreation Department, which is responsible for maintaining parks and recreational facilities.
Camden County Courthouse
Camden County Georgia Court
Address: 200 E 4th St, Woodbine, GA 31569 Phone: (912) 510-5100
Camden County Court Jurisdiction
Camden County Georgia court jurisdiction is located in the city of Kingsland, Georgia. The address is 200 East King Avenue, Kingsland, GA 31548. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, traffic violations, and juvenile cases.
Camden County Historical Facts
1. The Battle of Kingsland (1864): During the Civil War, the Battle of Kingsland was fought in Camden County, Georgia. Union forces under the command of General John Geary attacked Confederate forces under the command of General Alfred Colquitt. The Union forces were victorious, and the Confederate forces retreated.
2. The Camden County Courthouse (1868): The Camden County Courthouse was built in 1868 and is the oldest courthouse in Georgia. It is located in Woodbine, Georgia and is still in use today.
3. The St. Marys Railroad (1881): The St. Marys Railroad was built in 1881 and connected St. Marys, Georgia to the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad. This allowed for the transportation of goods and people to and from Camden County.
4. The Camden County Fair (1902): The Camden County Fair was established in 1902 and is still held annually in Woodbine, Georgia. The fair features a variety of activities, including livestock shows, carnival rides, and live music.
5. The Camden County Historical Society (1962): The Camden County Historical Society was founded in 1962 and is dedicated to preserving the history of