Dekalb County Cancellation of Security Deed Form
Last validated September 18, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Dekalb County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Atlanta, Avondale Estates, Clarkston, Decatur, Ellenwood, Lithonia, Pine Lake, Redan and 3 more.
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Dekalb County Cancellation of Security Deed Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Dekalb County Guidelines for Cancellation of Security Deed
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Dekalb County Completed Example of the Cancellation of Security Deed
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
DeKalb Clerk of Superior Court
Decatur, Georgia 30030
Hours: 8:30 to 5:00 M-F / Record Until 4:30
Phone: (404) 371-2836
Recording Tips for Dekalb County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Ask for certified copies if you need them for other transactions
- Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
- Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
Cities and Jurisdictions in Dekalb County
Properties in any of these areas use Dekalb County forms:
- Atlanta
- Avondale Estates
- Clarkston
- Decatur
- Ellenwood
- Lithonia
- Pine Lake
- Redan
- Scottdale
- Stone Mountain
- Tucker
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Dekalb County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Dekalb County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.
Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Dekalb County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Dekalb County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.
Can I reuse these forms?
Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Dekalb County you only need to order once.
What do I need to use these forms?
The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.
Are there any recurring fees?
No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.
How much does it cost to record in Dekalb County?
Recording fees in Dekalb County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (404) 371-2836 for current fees.
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Current Lender, holder of the Promissory Note uses this form to cancel a Georgia "Security Deed" (also known as a "Deed to Secure Debt", "Loan Deed" or "Warranty Deed to Secure Debt") when it has been satisfied/paid in full. Record this form with the Clerk of the Superior Court in which the Security Instrument was recorded, the same county that the property lies in. (The clerk shall index and record, in the same manner as the original mortgage instrument is recorded, the canceled and satisfied mortgage instrument or such portion thereof as bears the order of the mortgagee or transferee directing that the mortgage be canceled, together with any order of the mortgagee or transferee directing that the mortgage be canceled. The clerk shall show on the index of the cancellation and on the cancellation document the deed book and page number where the original mortgage instrument is recorded.) (Section 44-14-4)
In general, the Lender has 60 days from satisfaction, to release the Security Deed before he/she becomes liable for damages. See Georgia Code Section 44-14-3
(Georgia Cancellation of Security Deed Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)For use in Georgia Only.
Important: Your property must be located in Dekalb County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Cancellation of Security Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Dekalb County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Dekalb County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.
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