Atlanta Criminal Records
Atlanta criminal records are handled by the Fulton County Sheriff's Office and the local police department. You can search for arrest records, court case files, and criminal history data through county offices or state databases run by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The Fulton County Superior Court Clerk holds case files from felony and misdemeanor trials that took place in Atlanta. This page shows you where to find criminal records, who to contact, and what search tools cover Atlanta.
Atlanta Quick Facts
Fulton County Handles Atlanta Records
Atlanta is in Fulton County, and criminal records for Atlanta residents are handled at the county level. The Fulton County Sheriff's Office processes arrest records, booking reports, and criminal history checks. Sheriff Pat Labat leads the office. You can reach them at 404-612-3280. The Fulton County Superior Court Clerk has court case files including felony indictments, plea agreements, and sentencing orders.
Criminal cases that happen in Atlanta go through the Fulton County court system. The Superior Court handles felonies. State Court takes misdemeanors. Magistrate Court deals with minor offenses and preliminary hearings. For more about the county-level criminal records system, visit the Fulton County criminal records page.
Atlanta Police and Criminal Records
The Atlanta Police Department Open Records Unit provides crime reports, officer info reports, 911 audio, and other customized info. For all open records requests, an hourly fee may apply but the first 15 minutes are free. You will get a response within three business days. Submit requests online, by email at OpenRecords-Police@AtlantaGa.Gov, or by mail to 226 Peachtree Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303.
| Agency | Atlanta Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 226 Peachtree Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303 |
| Phone | (404) 546-7448 |
| OpenRecords-Police@AtlantaGa.Gov | |
| Website | www.atlantapd.org/ |
Search Atlanta Criminal Records
You can search for criminal records tied to Atlanta through several channels. The Fulton County Sheriff's Office processes criminal history checks through the GCIC system. Call 404-612-3280 or visit their office to start a request. You need a photo ID and may need to fill out a form. The GBI criminal history FAQ explains how the state handles criminal record requests.
For online searches, the Georgia Felon Search costs $15 and checks for felony convictions across Georgia. Results are instant. This tool is name-based and does not return misdemeanors or sealed records. For a more thorough check, ask the sheriff's office to run a GCIC search with fingerprints.
Court records for Atlanta cases are at the Fulton County Superior Court Clerk. You can visit in person to review case files or ask for copies. The GSCCCA also has search tools that may cover Fulton County cases. Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, you can request any public record from a Georgia government office. The office must respond within three business days.
State Criminal Record Resources for Atlanta
Several state agencies hold criminal records that cover Atlanta and all of Georgia. The Georgia offender search lets you look up anyone in the state prison system for free. The Georgia Pardons and Paroles handles parole and clemency cases. The Georgia Open Records Act outlines your right to access public records from any Georgia government office.
The GBI GCIC FAQ page at gbi.georgia.gov covers criminal records searches for Atlanta and all Georgia locations.
Use this state resource to find criminal records tied to Atlanta cases.
You can also check the Georgia Felon Search at georgia.gov for records that may be tied to Atlanta.
This free tool covers all of Georgia including cases from Atlanta.
Criminal Record Restriction for Atlanta Residents
Georgia allows certain criminal records to be restricted from public view under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37. If charges were dropped or you were acquitted, you may qualify. For arrests after July 1, 2013, contact the prosecuting attorney. For older arrests, apply through the arresting agency. The fee is $25 per arrest. The GBI record restrictions page has the full details.
The First Offender Act under O.C.G.A. § 42-8-60 lets first-time offenders who complete probation have their records restricted. The Georgia Justice Project helps people in Georgia with record restriction, pardons, and civil rights restoration. The Georgia Legal Aid criminal records guide also covers what Atlanta residents should know about their criminal records.
Note: Record restriction limits who can see the record but does not destroy it.
Atlanta Criminal Records County Link
Atlanta is part of Fulton County. All criminal filings go through the Fulton County court system. For complete details on the county sheriff, court clerk, fees, and more resources, visit the full county page.
Nearby Cities with Criminal Records
These cities are also in Fulton County or nearby. Criminal records for all of them go through the same county court system. Select a city for local details about criminal records access.