LaGrange Arrest Records Search
If you need criminal records in LaGrange, start with the Troup County Sheriff's Office or the courts. The sheriff keeps arrest logs, booking data, and local warrant files. Court records sit with the Troup County Superior Court Clerk. Georgia law makes most criminal records public. You can look them up in person or use online tools from state agencies. This page covers how to access criminal records connected to LaGrange.
LaGrange Quick Facts
Troup County Handles LaGrange Records
LaGrange is in Troup County, and criminal records for LaGrange residents are handled at the county level. The Troup County Sheriff's Office processes arrest records, booking reports, and criminal history checks. Sheriff James Woodruff leads the office. You can reach them at 706-883-1616. The Troup County Superior Court Clerk has court case files including felony indictments, plea agreements, and sentencing orders.
Criminal cases that happen in LaGrange go through the Troup 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 Troup County criminal records page.
LaGrange Police and Criminal Records
LaGrange has its own police department that handles local law enforcement. For arrest records and incident reports, contact the LaGrange police directly. The Troup County Sheriff's Office also serves LaGrange and can process criminal history checks through the GCIC system. Sheriff James Woodruff leads the county office, and you can reach them at 706-883-1616.
Local police handle most day-to-day law enforcement in LaGrange. 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 LaGrange.
How to Find LaGrange Criminal Records
Start with the Troup County Sheriff's Office at 706-883-1616. 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 Troup County Superior Court Clerk. They have records from felony trials, plea deals, and sentencing hearings.
State databases also cover LaGrange. The GSCCCA lets you look up anyone in the state prison system for free. The Georgia offender search checks for felony convictions at $15 per search. The Georgia Justice Project may have Troup 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 Troup County Sheriff and courts that cover LaGrange.
Note: Some records from active investigations are exempt from disclosure under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72.
State Criminal Record Resources for LaGrange
Several state agencies hold criminal records that cover LaGrange and all of Georgia. The GSCCCA lets you look up anyone in the state prison system for free. The GDC offender query handles parole and clemency cases. The Georgia Pardons and Paroles 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 LaGrange and all Georgia locations.
Use this state resource to find criminal records tied to LaGrange cases.
You can also check the Georgia Department of Corrections at gdc.georgia.gov for records that may be tied to LaGrange.
This free tool covers all of Georgia including cases from LaGrange.
Record Restriction in LaGrange
LaGrange 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 Legal Aid criminal records guide and Georgia Open Records Act both offer help to LaGrange residents with criminal record issues.
LaGrange Criminal Records County Link
LaGrange is part of Troup County. All criminal filings go through the Troup County court system. For complete details on the county sheriff, court clerk, fees, and more resources, visit the full county page.