Newton County Georgia Public Records
Newton County is located in the north-central part of the state of Georgia, and is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area. As of the 2010 census, the population was 99,958. The county seat is Covington.
Newton County is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners, which is elected from single-member districts. The Board is responsible for setting the county's budget, levying taxes, and enacting ordinances. The county is also served by a Sheriff, District Attorney, Clerk of Superior Court, Probate Judge, and Tax Commissioner.
The county is served by the Newton County School System, which consists of 15 elementary schools, five middle schools, and four high schools. The county is also home to several private schools.
The county is served by the Newton County Public Library System, which consists of five branches.
The county is served by the Newton County Health Department, which provides a variety of health services, including immunizations, family planning, and communicable disease control.
The county is served by the Newton County Sheriff's Office, which is responsible for law enforcement and public safety. The Sheriff's Office is also responsible for operating the county jail.
The county is served by the Newton County Fire Department, which provides fire protection and emergency medical services.
Newton County Courthouse
Newton County Georgia Court
Address: 1132 Usher Street, Covington, GA 30014 Phone: (770) 784-2050
Newton County Court Jurisdiction
Newton County Georgia court jurisdiction is located in Covington, Georgia. The address is 1132 Usher Street, Covington, GA 30014. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic violations. The court also handles probate matters, juvenile cases, and mental health cases.
Newton County Historical Facts
1. The Battle of Brown's Mill (July 30, 1864): During the American Civil War, Confederate forces under General Joseph Wheeler defeated Union forces under General Alpheus S. Williams in the Battle of Brown's Mill, which took place in Newton County, Georgia.
2. The Great Locomotive Chase (April 12, 1862): During the American Civil War, Union soldiers led by James J. Andrews stole a Confederate locomotive, the General, and attempted to destroy the Western and Atlantic Railroad in Newton County, Georgia.
3. The Battle of Yellow River (July 17, 1864): During the American Civil War, Confederate forces under General Joseph Wheeler defeated Union forces under General Alpheus S. Williams in the Battle of Yellow River, which took place in Newton County, Georgia.
4. The Battle of Utoy Creek (August 5-7, 1864): During the American Civil War, Union forces under General William T. Sherman defeated Confederate forces under General Joseph Wheeler in the Battle of Utoy Creek, which took place in Newton County, Georgia.
5. The Battle of Flat Shoals (July 20, 1864): During the American Civil War, Confederate forces under General Joseph Wheeler defeated