Sandy Springs Arrest Records Search
If you need criminal records in Sandy Springs, start with the Fulton County Sheriff's Office or the courts. The sheriff keeps arrest logs, booking data, and local warrant files. Court records sit with the Fulton 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 Sandy Springs.
Sandy Springs Quick Facts
Fulton County Handles Sandy Springs Records
Sandy Springs is in Fulton County, and criminal records for Sandy Springs 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 Sandy Springs 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.
Sandy Springs Police and Criminal Records
Sandy Springs has its own police department that handles local law enforcement. For arrest records and incident reports, contact the Sandy Springs police directly. The Fulton County Sheriff's Office also serves Sandy Springs 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 Sandy Springs. 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 Sandy Springs.
How to Find Sandy Springs 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 Sandy Springs. 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 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 Sandy Springs.
Note: Some records from active investigations are exempt from disclosure under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72.
State Criminal Record Resources for Sandy Springs
Several state agencies hold criminal records that cover Sandy Springs 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 Sandy Springs and all Georgia locations.
Use this state resource to find criminal records tied to Sandy Springs cases.
You can also check the Georgia Department of Corrections at gdc.georgia.gov for records that may be tied to Sandy Springs.
This free tool covers all of Georgia including cases from Sandy Springs.
Record Restriction in Sandy Springs
Sandy Springs 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 Sandy Springs residents with criminal record issues.
Sandy Springs Criminal Records County Link
Sandy Springs 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.
Nearby Cities with Criminal Records
These cities are also in Fulton County or nearby. Criminal records for all of them go through the same county court system. Select a city for local details about criminal records access.