Canton Criminal Record Access
Canton criminal records come from the Cherokee County Sheriff, local police, and the Georgia court system. Whether you need an arrest report, a court case file, or a full criminal history check, there are several paths to get what you need. State databases from the GBI and the Department of Corrections also hold records tied to Canton cases. Here is what you need to know about finding criminal records in Canton.
Canton Quick Facts
Cherokee County Handles Canton Records
Canton is in Cherokee County, and criminal records for Canton residents are handled at the county level. The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office processes arrest records, booking reports, and criminal history checks. Sheriff Frank Reynolds leads the office. You can reach them at 678-493-4200. The Cherokee County Superior Court Clerk has court case files including felony indictments, plea agreements, and sentencing orders.
Criminal cases that happen in Canton go through the Cherokee 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 Cherokee County criminal records page.
Canton Police and Criminal Records
Canton has its own police department that handles local law enforcement. For arrest records and incident reports, contact the Canton police directly. The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office also serves Canton and can process criminal history checks through the GCIC system. Sheriff Frank Reynolds leads the county office, and you can reach them at 678-493-4200.
Local police handle most day-to-day law enforcement in Canton. The county sheriff handles county-wide matters, jail operations, and court services. Both agencies can help with criminal record requests. For records from the state level, use the GBI or other state databases that cover all of Georgia including Canton.
Find Criminal Records in Canton
Criminal records for Canton can be searched through local and state resources. The county sheriff at 678-493-4200 handles arrest records and background checks. The Cherokee County Superior Court Clerk has court case files. Both offices are open during normal business hours on weekdays.
Online tools give you more options. The Georgia Justice Project costs $15 for a felony check. The Georgia Legal Aid criminal records guide is free for searching state prison records. The Georgia Courts walks you through the process of getting criminal history records from the GBI. For court records specifically, check the Georgia Pardons and Paroles website.
Under Georgia law, most criminal records are public. O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 gives anyone the right to ask for public records. You do not need a reason to make the request. Some records from open investigations are not available, but closed cases are generally accessible to the public in Canton.
State Criminal Record Resources for Canton
Several state agencies hold criminal records that cover Canton and all of Georgia. The Georgia Legal Aid criminal records guide lets you look up anyone in the state prison system for free. The Georgia offender search handles parole and clemency cases. The Georgia Felon Search outlines your right to access public records from any Georgia government office.
The Georgia Courts at georgiacourts.gov covers criminal records searches for Canton and all Georgia locations.
Use this state resource to find criminal records tied to Canton cases.
You can also check the Georgia offender search at gdc.georgia.gov for records that may be tied to Canton.
This free tool covers all of Georgia including cases from Canton.
Record Restriction in Canton
Canton residents who want to restrict a criminal record must follow Georgia state law. O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37 allows restriction for dismissed cases, acquittals, and completed diversion programs. The process depends on when the arrest happened. For arrests after July 1, 2013, go through the prosecuting attorney. Before that date, apply at the arresting agency. Each application costs $25.
First offenders who finish probation can also get relief under O.C.G.A. § 42-8-60. Once the court reports discharge, the record should be restricted from non-criminal justice searches. If your record still shows up, call the GCIC helpline at (404) 244-2639. The GBI criminal history FAQ and GBI record restrictions page both offer help to Canton residents with criminal record issues.
Canton Criminal Records County Link
Canton is part of Cherokee County. All criminal filings go through the Cherokee 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 Cherokee 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.