Look Up East Point Criminal Records
Searching for criminal records in East Point means working with the Fulton County government and state agencies. Arrest records go through the sheriff's office. Court case files are at the Superior Court Clerk. The GBI runs statewide criminal history checks through the Georgia Crime Information Center. You can also check the Georgia Felon Search tool for felony convictions. This page explains how to find criminal records in East Point, Georgia.
East Point Quick Facts
Fulton County Handles East Point Records
East Point is in Fulton County, and criminal records for East Point 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 East Point 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.
East Point Police and Criminal Records
East Point has its own police department that handles local law enforcement. For arrest records and incident reports, contact the East Point police directly. The Fulton County Sheriff's Office also serves East Point and can process criminal history checks through the GCIC system. Sheriff Pat Labat leads the county office, and you can reach them at 404-612-3280.
Local police handle most day-to-day law enforcement in East Point. 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 East Point.
How to Find East Point Criminal Records
Start with the Fulton County Sheriff's Office at 404-612-3280. They can run criminal history checks and pull arrest records. Walk-in visits work well for quick requests. For court case files, go to the Fulton County Superior Court Clerk. They have records from felony trials, plea deals, and sentencing hearings.
State databases also cover East Point. The Georgia Justice Project lets you look up anyone in the state prison system for free. The eAccess court records checks for felony convictions at $15 per search. The Georgia Pardons and Paroles may have Fulton County cases online too.
Georgia's Open Records Act under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 gives you the right to request criminal records from any government office. Put your request in writing with as much detail as you can. The first 15 minutes of search time are free and copies cost about $0.10 per page. This applies to records held by the Fulton County Sheriff and courts that cover East Point.
Note: Some records from active investigations are exempt from disclosure under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72.
State Criminal Record Resources for East Point
Several state agencies hold criminal records that cover East Point and all of Georgia. The Georgia Justice Project lets you look up anyone in the state prison system for free. The Georgia Felon Search handles parole and clemency cases. The GBI record restrictions page outlines your right to access public records from any Georgia government office.
The Georgia Pardons and Paroles at pap.georgia.gov covers criminal records searches for East Point and all Georgia locations.
Use this state resource to find criminal records tied to East Point cases.
You can also check the GBI GCIC FAQ page at gbi.georgia.gov for records that may be tied to East Point.
This free tool covers all of Georgia including cases from East Point.
Criminal Record Restriction for East Point 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 Georgia Courts 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 GDC offender query helps people in Georgia with record restriction, pardons, and civil rights restoration. The GBI criminal history FAQ also covers what East Point residents should know about their criminal records.
Note: Record restriction limits who can see the record but does not destroy it.
East Point Criminal Records County Link
East Point 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.
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