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Recording a Deed or Document in Dougherty County, GA
Dougherty County (population 85,793) records real-property documents through the Dougherty County Clerk of Superior Court (Phyllis N. Johnson, Clerk). Below is what it costs, how to submit, and how Jurably can prepare, notarize, and record your document for you — without a trip to the courthouse.
Dougherty County recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Dougherty County Clerk of Superior Court (Phyllis N. Johnson, Clerk)
- Recording fee
- $25.00 flat per deed instrument (HB 288, effective 1/1/2020, statewide GA law) first / None - flat $25 fee covers document regardless of page count (statewide GA law) add'l (+unverified (no distinct rider fee under GA statewide statute; cancellation/assignment/other deed recordings are each $25 flat))
- Mailing address
- 225 Pine Ave., Suite 126, Albany, GA 31701
- Phone
- 229-431-2198
- Checks payable to
- Clerk of Superior Court (Dougherty County)
- Electronic recording
- Available via Simplifile, CSC, ePN
Formatting note: No standalone cover sheet mandated by statute; 3-inch top margin required on first page, 1-inch other margins, 8.5x11 white paper, black ink, min. 10pt font; PT-61 form required with all deeds
Can you e-record in Dougherty County?
Yes. Dougherty County accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, ePN, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
How to record a document in Dougherty County, Georgia
- Prepare the document so it meets Dougherty County formatting rules (legal description, grantee address, signature block, and the blank margin the recorder reserves for its stamp).
- Notarize it if the instrument requires acknowledgment — most deeds and affidavits do.
- Submit electronically through Simplifile, CSC, ePN, or by mail to Dougherty County Clerk of Superior Court (Phyllis N. Johnson, Clerk) at 225 Pine Ave., Suite 126, Albany, GA 31701.
- Pay the recording fee ($25.00 flat per deed instrument (HB 288, effective 1/1/2020, statewide GA law) first / None - flat $25 fee covers document regardless of page count (statewide GA law) add'l (+unverified (no distinct rider fee under GA statewide statute; cancellation/assignment/other deed recordings are each $25 flat))).
- Receive the recorded instrument back with its book/page or instrument number as proof of record.
How Jurably helps in Dougherty County
Jurably isn’t a deed-filing desk — it’s how real-estate investors get the important paperwork done. If you’re under contract on a Dougherty County property, we file a memorandum of contract to secure your equitable interest so the seller can’t sell out from under you. Need it notarized first? We handle online notarization or send a mobile notary to your signer. Then we record it — electronically through the county’s approved network — and return the recorded instrument. It’s a self-help filing service, not legal advice.
Dougherty County recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Dougherty County?
The Dougherty County Clerk of Superior Court (Phyllis N. Johnson, Clerk) charges $25.00 flat per deed instrument (HB 288, effective 1/1/2020, statewide GA law) first / None - flat $25 fee covers document regardless of page count (statewide GA law) add'l (+unverified (no distinct rider fee under GA statewide statute; cancellation/assignment/other deed recordings are each $25 flat)), with checks payable to Clerk of Superior Court (Dougherty County). Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Dougherty County?
Yes. Dougherty County accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, ePN, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
Where do I send documents for recording in Dougherty County?
Mail recordings to Dougherty County Clerk of Superior Court (Phyllis N. Johnson, Clerk): 225 Pine Ave., Suite 126, Albany, GA 31701 (229-431-2198).
How can Jurably help with recording in Dougherty County?
If you’re securing a real-estate contract, Jurably files a memorandum of contract in Dougherty County to protect your equitable interest; we also notarize documents online or in person and record them for you. Upload your document and we prepare, notarize, and file it — so you never have to visit the Dougherty County recorder in person.
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