About the Probate Court

The primary function of the Probate Court is to ensure that estates and guardianships are administered in accordance with the law. The Judge of the Probate Court determines controversies involving estates and guardianships by conducting trials without a jury.

The Probate Court of Thomas County has exclusive jurisdiction in the following matters:

• Probate of wills;
• Appointment and removal of executors and administrators;
• Sale and disposition of estate property;
• Appointment and removal of guardians/conservators of minors and incapacitated adults;
• Audit of returns of executors, administrators, and conservators;
• Commitments of the mentally ill, as well as alcohol and drug abusers;
• Issuance of marriage licenses;
• Issuance of weapons carry licenses; and
• Miscellaneous services such as recording of elected officials’ oaths and bonds, and certificates of residence.

Office Location

Thomas County Courthouse
325 North Madison Street
Thomasville GA 31792

Hours of Operations

Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm

Contact Us

Telephone Number – 229-225-4116
Email – probatecourt@thomascountyga.gov

Uniform Probate Court Rules

Legal Disclaimer - The Probate Court staff are committed to providing you with excellent customer service. We will be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns that you may have about probate court services or procedures. Please be advised, however, that state law prohibits our staff from rendering legal advice, restating the law, or recommending specific ways to pursue legal action.

Nothing on this web site is intended to advise anyone regarding legal remedies for a particular circumstance. Many matters of law are quite complex and may require special knowledge of legal principles and procedures. If you have a problem involving the interpretation of the law, we suggest you contact an attorney licensed in the State of Georgia