Macon Criminal Records Search
Searching for criminal records in Macon means working with the Bibb 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 Macon, Georgia.
Macon Quick Facts
Bibb County Handles Macon Records
Macon is in Bibb County, and criminal records for Macon residents are handled at the county level. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office processes arrest records, booking reports, and criminal history checks. Sheriff David J. Davis leads the office. You can reach them at 478-621-5629. The Bibb County Superior Court Clerk has court case files including felony indictments, plea agreements, and sentencing orders.
Criminal cases that happen in Macon go through the Bibb 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 Bibb County criminal records page.
Macon Police and Criminal Records
The Macon-Bibb County Sheriff's Office runs an inmate search tool at inmate.bibbsheriff.us. It shows people currently in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center. A person's current incarceration does not mean they have been convicted. The jail also holds people who are awaiting trial. Info is updated every half hour.
Macon and Bibb County operate as a consolidated government. The sheriff handles both city and county law enforcement. If you need a copy of a police report or want to check on a warrant, the sheriff's office can help. Bring a valid photo ID and be ready to fill out a written request form.
| Agency | Macon-Bibb County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | PO Box 930, Macon, GA 31202 |
| Phone | (478) 621-5629 |
| Website | inmate.bibbsheriff.us/ |
Search Macon Criminal Records
You can search for criminal records tied to Macon through several channels. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office processes criminal history checks through the GCIC system. Call 478-621-5629 or visit their office to start a request. You need a photo ID and may need to fill out a form. The Georgia offender search explains how the state handles criminal record requests.
For online searches, the Georgia Courts 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 Macon cases are at the Bibb County Superior Court Clerk. You can visit in person to review case files or ask for copies. The Georgia Justice Project also has search tools that may cover Bibb 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 Macon
Several state agencies hold criminal records that cover Macon and all of Georgia. The eAccess court records lets you look up anyone in the state prison system for free. The GBI record restrictions page handles parole and clemency cases. The GBI criminal history FAQ outlines your right to access public records from any Georgia government office.
The Georgia Department of Corrections at gdc.georgia.gov covers criminal records searches for Macon and all Georgia locations.
Use this state resource to find criminal records tied to Macon cases.
You can also check the Georgia Courts at georgiacourts.gov for records that may be tied to Macon.
This free tool covers all of Georgia including cases from Macon.
Record Restriction in Macon
Macon 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 Pardons and Paroles and GDC offender query both offer help to Macon residents with criminal record issues.
Macon Criminal Records County Link
Macon is part of Bibb County. All criminal filings go through the Bibb County court system. For complete details on the county sheriff, court clerk, fees, and more resources, visit the full county page.