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Georgia Criminal Records (E-Access to Criminal History)

Criminal records are among the most requested record types for background checks. A criminal history lists offenses for which a person was found guilty, and Georgia updates that history each time someone appears in court and is convicted. Depending on the offense, arresting police or federal officials bring the charge, but the court ultimately decides guilt. When a person is convicted, an official record of the criminal activity is created.

Using Court Records to Find Georgia Criminal Records Online

Georgia does not currently offer a single statewide platform for searching criminal court records. Many counties provide online access at the local level.

Getting Criminal History Report Information

Most police and sheriff's agencies allow individuals to request their own criminal background check. Viewing another person's records requires that person's signed consent. Georgia offers a fingerprint-based search for this purpose, while a name-only check must be requested at the local level. For fingerprint-based statewide searches, see the GBI guidance.

GBI Criminal History Info

Georgia Felon Search

Georgia provides a quick, convenient statewide felon records search for a $15 fee. The online system draws on records from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) repository. Results show felony records only and do not include misdemeanors or first-offender information.

Georgia Felon Search

Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) Prison Information

Use the GDC offender query to look up prison information.

GDC Offender Query

Georgia Sex Offender Registry Lookup

Search the Georgia sex offender registry for public offender information.

Sex Offender Registry

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Georgia Criminal Records FAQ

What are arrest records in Georgia?
An arrest record documents that a person was arrested. It differs from a criminal record because it only shows the arrest and does not indicate whether the person was guilty of a crime. Arrest records are typically kept in paper or digital form.
What are Georgia police records?
Police records are official records and statements of the activities officers handle each day. They may cover arrests or simply describe a vehicle collision. Many police and sheriff's offices post a mugshot page of recent arrests and charges. Like arrest records, police records do not include convictions or court documents.
How can I look up Georgia criminal records?
Georgia courts often provide access to criminal records without authorization documents. You can find anything from infractions to felony records through court records. Be sure to check every county where the person has lived.
Can a criminal record in Georgia be cleared?
If you have a Georgia criminal record, you may sometimes be able to get it sealed or expunged, usually if you have stayed out of trouble. A sealed record still exists but is not easily obtainable, while an expunged record is deleted as if the case never happened. Sealing does not guarantee no one can ever learn of your background, since a court order can sometimes unseal a record. However, when a record is sealed or expunged, landlords and employers typically cannot discover your past.
What do criminal records consist of?
It depends on the type of criminal background check performed, but you will generally see the person's name and known aliases, charges and/or convictions, prison or jail terms, and presence on any sex offender registries.
How long do criminal records stay on your record in Georgia?
Your Georgia criminal record is essentially permanent unless it is sealed or expunged. Until then, it is a matter of public record, and anyone with the means or knowledge of the court records system can find your criminal history. This is a significant challenge for people who have worked to overcome a criminal past.
Are police records available to the Georgia public?
Law enforcement agencies often release certain facts from police reports to the public in Georgia. A new police report is usually not available to the general public because the information may be sensitive and could harm an investigation. Public access to police reports may also affect a person's well-being and invade their privacy.
How can I find someone's criminal record for free in Georgia?
Criminal records are part of the public record. Unless a record is sealed or expunged, it is readily available for public viewing. Georgia and many states and counties offer websites that let residents search a person's arrest record. These services are often free and ask for the subject's full name, race or ethnicity, and date of birth.

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