Treutlen County Georgia Public Records
Government
The government of Treutlen County, Georgia is led by a five-member Board of Commissioners. The Board is elected by the citizens of the county and is responsible for setting the county's budget, levying taxes, and making policy decisions. The Board is also responsible for appointing the County Manager, who is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the county.
The county is also served by a Superior Court, which is responsible for hearing civil and criminal cases. The court is presided over by a judge, who is elected by the citizens of the county.
Facts
Treutlen County is located in the southeastern part of the state of Georgia. It is bordered by Emanuel County to the north, Candler County to the east, Bulloch County to the south, and Laurens County to the west. The county seat is Soperton.
As of the 2010 census, the population of Treutlen County was 6,885. The median household income was $30,845, and the median home value was $77,400. The county is served by the Treutlen County School District, which consists of four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school.
Treutlen County Courthouse
Treutlen County Georgia Court is located at 1 Court Square, Soperton, GA 30457. It is a Superior Court that handles civil and criminal cases. It also handles probate, juvenile, and magistrate court cases. The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm.
Treutlen County Court Jurisdiction
Treutlen County Georgia court jurisdiction is located in Soperton, Georgia. The address is: Treutlen County Courthouse, PO Box 517, Soperton, GA 30457. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic violations.
Treutlen County Historical Facts
1. The first county seat of Treutlen County was established in 1796.
2. The first courthouse was built in 1802.
3. The first school in the county was established in 1820.
4. The first newspaper in the county was published in 1825.
5. The first railroad line was built in 1871.
6. The first bank in the county was established in 1872.
7. The first telephone line was installed in 1883.
8. The first electric lights were installed in the county in 1887.
9. The first paved road in the county was built in 1912.
10. The first public library in the county was established in 1921.