CHEROKEE COUNTY COURT CLERK OFFICE
Probate
Wills for Safe Keeping
The Court Clerk's office stores wills for safekeeping, as provided by law.
Guardianship
These records are confidential. Only the attorneys of record, the guardian or the ward may review the file without a court order.
Filing Fee
Adoption
Adoptions are confidential and require a court order to access, except for adoption records that have not been finalized which may be reviewed by the attorney for the petitioners. No information is given over the telephone. Once a final decree has been filed, records may not be accessed without a court order. The filing fee is $184.14.
Mental Health
All mental health records are confidential. A court order is required to access mental health records.
FAQ's
How do I file a probate?
In the same manner as any other civil action, by paying the statutory court filing costs and filing a petition for probate.
Do I need an attorney?
No, but probate is a highly specialized field of law and retaining a qualified attorney is recommended.