Stonecrest Criminal Record Lookup
Stonecrest criminal records are handled by the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office and the local police department. You can search for arrest records, court case files, and criminal history data through county offices or state databases run by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The DeKalb County Superior Court Clerk holds case files from felony and misdemeanor trials that took place in Stonecrest. This page shows you where to find criminal records, who to contact, and what search tools cover Stonecrest.
Stonecrest Quick Facts
DeKalb County Handles Stonecrest Records
Stonecrest is in DeKalb County, and criminal records for Stonecrest residents are handled at the county level. The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office processes arrest records, booking reports, and criminal history checks. Sheriff Melody Maddox leads the office. You can reach them at 404-298-8111. The DeKalb County Superior Court Clerk has court case files including felony indictments, plea agreements, and sentencing orders.
Criminal cases that happen in Stonecrest go through the DeKalb 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 DeKalb County criminal records page.
Stonecrest Police and Criminal Records
Stonecrest has its own police department that handles local law enforcement. For arrest records and incident reports, contact the Stonecrest police directly. The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office also serves Stonecrest and can process criminal history checks through the GCIC system. Sheriff Melody Maddox leads the county office, and you can reach them at 404-298-8111.
Local police handle most day-to-day law enforcement in Stonecrest. 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 Stonecrest.
Search Stonecrest Criminal Records
You can search for criminal records tied to Stonecrest through several channels. The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office processes criminal history checks through the GCIC system. Call 404-298-8111 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 Stonecrest cases are at the DeKalb 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 DeKalb 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 Stonecrest
Several state agencies hold criminal records that cover Stonecrest 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 Stonecrest and all Georgia locations.
Use this state resource to find criminal records tied to Stonecrest cases.
You can also check the Georgia Courts at georgiacourts.gov for records that may be tied to Stonecrest.
This free tool covers all of Georgia including cases from Stonecrest.
Record Restriction in Stonecrest
Stonecrest 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 Stonecrest residents with criminal record issues.
Stonecrest Criminal Records County Link
Stonecrest is part of DeKalb County. All criminal filings go through the DeKalb 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
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