Taylor County Georgia Public Records
Taylor County is a county located in the west central portion of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 8,906. The county seat is Butler. The county was created on December 15, 1852 and named for Zachary Taylor, the 12th President of the United States.
Taylor County is part of the Warner Robins, GA Metropolitan Statistical Area.
The county government of Taylor County is a constitutional body made up of the Board of Commissioners, the County Clerk, the Sheriff, and the Probate Judge. The Board of Commissioners is the legislative body of the county and is responsible for setting policies and enacting laws. The County Clerk is responsible for keeping records of the county and is the custodian of all county funds. The Sheriff is responsible for enforcing the laws of the county and providing security. The Probate Judge is responsible for issuing marriage licenses, recording deeds, and other court related duties.
Taylor County Courthouse
Taylor County Georgia Court
Address:
Taylor County Courthouse
201 E Green Street
Butler, GA 31006
Taylor County Court Jurisdiction
Taylor County Georgia court jurisdiction is located in Butler, Georgia. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic violations. The court also handles small claims, probate, and juvenile cases. The address is: Taylor County Courthouse, 100 S. Broad Street, Butler, GA 31006.
Taylor County Historical Facts
1. The Battle of Taylor County occurred on April 16, 1865, during the American Civil War. Confederate forces under the command of General Joseph Wheeler attacked Union forces under the command of General John M. Corse. The battle resulted in a Confederate victory.
2. On April 15, 1864, the Battle of Resaca was fought in Taylor County. Confederate forces under the command of General Joseph Johnston defeated Union forces under the command of General William T. Sherman.
3. On April 16, 1864, the Battle of Calhoun was fought in Taylor County. Confederate forces under the command of General Joseph Johnston defeated Union forces under the command of General William T. Sherman.
4. On April 17, 1864, the Battle of New Hope Church was fought in Taylor County. Confederate forces under the command of General Joseph Johnston defeated Union forces under the command of General William T. Sherman.
5. On April 18, 1864, the Battle of Dallas was fought in Taylor County. Confederate forces under the command of General Joseph Johnston defeated Union forces under the command of General William T. Sherman.