Search Evans Criminal Records
Criminal records for Evans residents are kept at the Columbia County level. The county sheriff handles arrest records and background checks. The Superior Court Clerk stores court case files. You can also search for criminal records through the GBI, which runs the Georgia Crime Information Center. State databases cover all 159 counties including cases tied to Evans. Here is how to search for and get criminal records in Evans, Georgia.
Evans Quick Facts
Columbia County Handles Evans Records
Evans is in Columbia County, and criminal records for Evans residents are handled at the county level. The Columbia County Sheriff's Office processes arrest records, booking reports, and criminal history checks. Sheriff Clay Whittle leads the office. You can reach them at 706-541-1043. The Columbia County Superior Court Clerk has court case files including felony indictments, plea agreements, and sentencing orders.
Criminal cases that happen in Evans go through the Columbia 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 Columbia County criminal records page.
Evans Police and Criminal Records
Evans has its own police department that handles local law enforcement. For arrest records and incident reports, contact the Evans police directly. The Columbia County Sheriff's Office also serves Evans and can process criminal history checks through the GCIC system. Sheriff Clay Whittle leads the county office, and you can reach them at 706-541-1043.
Local police handle most day-to-day law enforcement in Evans. 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 Evans.
How to Find Evans Criminal Records
Start with the Columbia County Sheriff's Office at 706-541-1043. 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 Columbia County Superior Court Clerk. They have records from felony trials, plea deals, and sentencing hearings.
State databases also cover Evans. The Georgia Pardons and Paroles lets you look up anyone in the state prison system for free. The Georgia Open Records Act checks for felony convictions at $15 per search. The GBI record restrictions page may have Columbia 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 Columbia County Sheriff and courts that cover Evans.
Note: Some records from active investigations are exempt from disclosure under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72.
State Criminal Record Resources for Evans
Several state agencies hold criminal records that cover Evans and all of Georgia. The Georgia Pardons and Paroles lets you look up anyone in the state prison system for free. The Georgia Courts handles parole and clemency cases. The GSCCCA outlines your right to access public records from any Georgia government office.
The Georgia offender search at gdc.georgia.gov covers criminal records searches for Evans and all Georgia locations.
Use this state resource to find criminal records tied to Evans cases.
You can also check the Georgia Department of Corrections at gdc.georgia.gov for records that may be tied to Evans.
This free tool covers all of Georgia including cases from Evans.
Record Restriction in Evans
Evans 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 Georgia Felon Search and Georgia offender search both offer help to Evans residents with criminal record issues.
Evans Criminal Records County Link
Evans is part of Columbia County. All criminal filings go through the Columbia 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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