Seminole County Georgia Public Records
Seminole County is a county located in the southwestern part of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 8,729. The county seat is Donalsonville.
Seminole County is part of the Thomasville, GA Micropolitan Statistical Area.
Government
Seminole County is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners, which is elected from single-member districts. The current chairman is Roger Lane.
The county is served by a Superior Court judge, a State Court judge, a Probate Court judge, a Clerk of Superior Court, a Sheriff, a Tax Commissioner, and a Coroner.
Demographics
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 8,729 people, 3,521 households, and 2,521 families residing in the county. The population density was 28.3 inhabitants per square mile (10.9/km2). There were 4,093 housing units at an average density of 13.2 per square mile (5.1/km2). The racial makeup of the county was 68.2% white, 29.3% black or African American, 0.4% Asian, 0.3% American Indian, 0.7% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Those of Hispanic or Latino origin made up 1.7% of the population. In terms of ancestry, 11.2% were American, 8.2% were English, and 6.2% were Irish.
Of the 3,521 households, 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 17.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 28.7% were non-families, and 25.2% of all households were made up of individuals. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 2.95. The median age was 41.2 years.
The median income for a household in the county was $32,917 and the median income for a family was $41,845. Males had a median income of $35,945 versus $25,845 for females. The per capita income for the county was $17,845. About 17.2% of families and 20.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.
Seminole County Courthouse
Seminole County Georgia Court is located at 200 South Knox Avenue, Donalsonville, GA 39845. It is a Superior Court of Georgia, which is the highest trial court in the state. It has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic violations. The court also handles appeals from lower courts. The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Seminole County Court Jurisdiction
Seminole County Georgia court jurisdiction is the Superior Court of Georgia, located at 200 South Knox Avenue, Donalsonville, GA 39845. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic violations. The court also has jurisdiction over probate matters, including wills, estates, guardianships, and conservatorships.
Seminole County Historical Facts
1. The Battle of Brushy Creek (1836): This battle was fought between the Creek Indians and the Georgia Militia during the Second Seminole War. The Georgia Militia was victorious, and the battle marked the beginning of the end of the war.
2. The Founding of Donalsonville (1824): Donalsonville was founded in 1824 and is the county seat of Seminole County. It was named after John Donalson, a prominent local landowner.
3. The Founding of Iron City (1850): Iron City was founded in 1850 and is located in the northern part of Seminole County. It was named after the iron ore deposits that were discovered in the area.
4. The Founding of Brinson (1890): Brinson was founded in 1890 and is located in the southern part of Seminole County. It was named after the Brinson family, who were early settlers in the area.
5. The Founding of Attapulgus (1890): Attapulgus was founded in 1890 and is located in the eastern part of Seminole County. It was named after the Attapulgus Creek, which runs through the area.