Washington County Georgia Public Records
The government of Washington 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 enacting ordinances. The Board also appoints a County Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the county.
Washington County is located in the east-central part of the state, and is part of the Augusta-Richmond County metropolitan area. The county seat is Sandersville. As of the 2010 census, the population of Washington County was 21,187. The county is home to several historic sites, including the Washington County Courthouse, the Washington County Jail, and the Washington County Historical Society Museum.
Washington County Courthouse
Washington County Georgia Court
Address:
Washington County Courthouse
1293 Jackson Road
Sandersville, GA 31082
Washington County Court Jurisdiction
Washington County Georgia court jurisdiction is located in Sandersville, Georgia. The address is 1220 Sandersville-Tennille Highway, Sandersville, GA 31082. 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.
Washington County Historical Facts
1. 1784 - The Treaty of Augusta is signed, ceding Creek lands in Georgia to the United States.
2. 1812 - The Battle of Burnt Hickory takes place in Washington County, Georgia.
3. 1820 - The first county seat of Washington County, Georgia is established in Sandersville.
4. 1831 - The Washington County Courthouse is built in Sandersville.
5. 1864 - The Battle of Rocky Face Ridge takes place in Washington County, Georgia.
6. 1868 - The first public school in Washington County, Georgia is established in Sandersville.
7. 1871 - The Washington County Courthouse is destroyed by fire.
8. 1872 - The Washington County Courthouse is rebuilt in Sandersville.
9. 1877 - The Washington County Courthouse is destroyed by fire again.
10. 1878 - The Washington County Courthouse is rebuilt for the third time in Sandersville.