Search Newnan Criminal Records
Criminal records for Newnan residents are kept at the Coweta 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 Newnan. Here is how to search for and get criminal records in Newnan, Georgia.
Newnan Quick Facts
Coweta County Handles Newnan Records
Newnan is in Coweta County, and criminal records for Newnan residents are handled at the county level. The Coweta County Sheriff's Office processes arrest records, booking reports, and criminal history checks. Sheriff Lenn Wood leads the office. You can reach them at 770-253-1502. The Coweta County Superior Court Clerk has court case files including felony indictments, plea agreements, and sentencing orders.
Criminal cases that happen in Newnan go through the Coweta 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 Coweta County criminal records page.
Newnan Police and Criminal Records
Newnan has its own police department that handles local law enforcement. For arrest records and incident reports, contact the Newnan police directly. The Coweta County Sheriff's Office also serves Newnan and can process criminal history checks through the GCIC system. Sheriff Lenn Wood leads the county office, and you can reach them at 770-253-1502.
Local police handle most day-to-day law enforcement in Newnan. 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 Newnan.
Search Newnan Criminal Records
You can search for criminal records tied to Newnan through several channels. The Coweta County Sheriff's Office processes criminal history checks through the GCIC system. Call 770-253-1502 or visit their office to start a request. You need a photo ID and may need to fill out a form. The Georgia Open Records Act explains how the state handles criminal record requests.
For online searches, the GDC offender query 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 Newnan cases are at the Coweta County Superior Court Clerk. You can visit in person to review case files or ask for copies. The GBI record restrictions page also has search tools that may cover Coweta 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 Newnan
Several state agencies hold criminal records that cover Newnan and all of Georgia. The GBI criminal history FAQ lets you look up anyone in the state prison system for free. The Georgia Justice Project handles parole and clemency cases. The eAccess court records 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 Newnan and all Georgia locations.
Use this state resource to find criminal records tied to Newnan cases.
You can also check the Georgia Courts at georgiacourts.gov for records that may be tied to Newnan.
This free tool covers all of Georgia including cases from Newnan.
Record Restriction in Newnan
Newnan 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 GSCCCA and Georgia Courts both offer help to Newnan residents with criminal record issues.
Newnan Criminal Records County Link
Newnan is part of Coweta County. All criminal filings go through the Coweta County court system. For complete details on the county sheriff, court clerk, fees, and more resources, visit the full county page.