Wayne County Georgia Public Records
The government of Wayne County, Georgia is comprised of a Board of Commissioners, a County Manager, and various departments and offices. The Board of Commissioners is the governing body of the county and is responsible for setting policy, approving the budget, and appointing the County Manager. The County Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the county.
The county seat of Wayne County is Jesup. The county was established in 1803 and has a population of approximately 30,000. The county is home to the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, which is the largest blackwater swamp in North America. The county is also home to the Altamaha River, which is the longest free-flowing river in the United States.
Wayne County Courthouse
Wayne County Georgia Court
Address: PO Box 599 Jesup, GA 31598-0599 Phone: 912-427-5900
Wayne County Court Jurisdiction
Wayne County Georgia court jurisdiction is located in Jesup, Georgia. The address is 100 Court Street, Jesup, GA 31545. 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.
Wayne County Historical Facts
1. 1787 - Wayne County was created by the Georgia General Assembly.
2. 1813 - The Battle of Burnt Fort was fought in Wayne County during the Creek War.
3. 1820 - The Treaty of Indian Springs was signed in Wayne County, ceding Creek lands to the United States.
4. 1824 - The first county seat of Wayne County was established in Waynesville.
5. 1835 - The first public school in Wayne County was established in Waynesville.
6. 1864 - The Battle of Waynesboro was fought in Wayne County during the Civil War.
7. 1868 - The first African-American school in Wayne County was established in Jesup.
8. 1871 - The first railroad in Wayne County was completed, connecting Jesup to Savannah.
9. 1882 - The first telephone line in Wayne County was established in Jesup.
10. 1895 - The first electric lights in Wayne County were installed in Jesup.