Taliaferro County Georgia Public Records
Taliaferro County is a county located in the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 1,717, making it the second-least populous county in Georgia. The county seat is Crawfordville.
Government
Taliaferro 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 ordinances, and approving the county budget.
The county is also served by a Superior Court judge, a State Court judge, a Probate Court judge, a Sheriff, a Clerk of Court, a Tax Commissioner, and a Coroner.
Demographics
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 1,717 people living in the county. The racial makeup of the county was 68.2% White, 28.7% Black or African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from some other race, and 2.1% from two or more races. 2.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Taliaferro County Courthouse
Taliaferro County Georgia Court is located at 1 Court Square, Crawfordville, GA 30631. It is a Superior Court of Georgia, which is the highest trial court in the state. It has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases. The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm.
Taliaferro County Court Jurisdiction
Taliaferro County Georgia court jurisdiction is located in Crawfordville, Georgia. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, traffic violations, and small claims. The court is located at: Taliaferro County Courthouse, 100 Courthouse Square, Crawfordville, GA 30631.
Taliaferro County Historical Facts
1. The Battle of Griswoldville (1864): During the Civil War, Confederate forces under the command of General Howell Cobb clashed with Union forces led by General George Stoneman in Taliaferro County. The battle resulted in a Confederate victory and was one of the last major engagements of the war in Georgia.
2. The Taliaferro County Courthouse (1890): The Taliaferro County Courthouse was built in 1890 and is the oldest courthouse in the state of Georgia still in use. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a popular tourist attraction.
3. The Taliaferro County Fair (1902): The Taliaferro County Fair has been held annually since 1902 and is one of the oldest county fairs in the state. It features a variety of activities, including livestock shows, carnival rides, and live music.
4. The Taliaferro County Historical Society (1962): The Taliaferro County Historical Society was founded in 1962 and is dedicated to preserving the history of the county. The society operates a museum and library, and hosts a variety of events throughout the year.