Jasper County Georgia Public Records
Jasper County is a county located in the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 13,900. The county seat is Monticello. The county was created on December 10, 1807 and named for Sergeant William Jasper, an American Revolutionary War hero.
Government
Jasper 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 approving county ordinances. The county is also served by a Superior Court Judge, a District Attorney, a Sheriff, and a Clerk of Court.
Demographics
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 13,900 people, 5,093 households, and 3,541 families residing in the county. The population density was 33.3 inhabitants per square mile (12.9/km2). There were 5,845 housing units at an average density of 14.3 per square mile (5.5/km2). The racial makeup of the county was 57.2% white, 39.3% black or African American, 0.4% Asian, 0.3% American Indian, 1.7% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Those of Hispanic or Latino origin made up 3.2% of the population.
In terms of ancestry, 16.2% were American, 8.3% were Irish, and 6.2% were German.
The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.09. The median age was 38.7 years.
Jasper County Courthouse
Jasper County Georgia Court
Address:
Jasper County Courthouse
101 South Main Street
Monticello, GA 31064
Jasper County Court Jurisdiction
Jasper County Georgia court jurisdiction is located in Monticello, Georgia. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, traffic violations, and small claims. The address is:
Jasper County Courthouse
101 East Greene Street Monticello, GA 31064
Jasper County Historical Facts
1. The Battle of Griswoldville (1864): During the Civil War, the Battle of Griswoldville was fought in Jasper County, Georgia. Confederate forces under the command of General Howell Cobb defeated Union forces led by General Charles C. Walcutt. The battle was part of the Atlanta Campaign and resulted in a Confederate victory.
2. The Great Locomotive Chase (1862): During the Civil War, the Great Locomotive Chase occurred in Jasper County, Georgia. A group of Union soldiers, led by James J. Andrews, stole a Confederate locomotive and attempted to destroy the Western and Atlantic Railroad. The mission failed and Andrews and his men were captured and later executed.
3. The Jasper County Courthouse (1890): The Jasper County Courthouse was built in 1890 and is the oldest courthouse in the state of Georgia. The courthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a popular tourist attraction.
4. The Monticello Tornado (1917): On April 6, 1917, a tornado struck the town of Monticello in Jasper County, Georgia. The tornado killed at least 20 people and destroyed many homes and businesses. The tornado was