Bryan County, GA Arrests & Jail Records
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How To Search Bryan County Arrest Records
Bryan County law enforcement agencies account for approximately 1,200 of Georgia's 200,000 annual arrests. Under the Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70), arrest records are generally available to the public upon request, with processing fees typically ranging from $3 to $20, depending on the documentation needed.
However, certain records are exempt from public disclosure, including those involving juveniles, cases sealed by court order, ongoing investigations where disclosure could compromise public safety, and records protected by specific privacy provisions. These exempt records are only accessible to authorized parties such as the individuals named in the records, their attorneys, law enforcement agencies, the Bryan County Superior Court, and the County Attorney's Office.
How To Look Up Bryan County Arrest Records
Bryan County arrest records may be accessed through several agencies, including the Sheriff's Office, Georgia Bureau of Investigation, Georgia Department of Public Safety, Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council, State Courts, Magistrate Courts, and the Superior Court.
Sheriff Arrest Records
You may obtain copies of arrest records from the Sheriff's Office by submitting an Open Records Request form online through their official website or in person at:
Bryan County Sheriff's Office
95 Public Safety
Drive Pembroke, GA 31321
Alternatively, you can visit their south precinct location at:
Bryan County Sheriff's Office
South Precinct 9559 Ford Avenue
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
The sheriff's office maintains a public inmate search feature on its website that provides basic booking information and current custody status.
Police Arrest Records
To access County arrest records, interested persons should first identify the police department that made the arrest. You must provide details such as the individual's name and arrest date, and a nominal fee may be required. Records can be requested through each department's Open Records Request form available on their websites or by visiting their Records Office during business hours. Major police departments in the county include:
- Richmond Hill Police Department
- Pembroke Police Department
The Georgia Criminal Agency
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) maintains the Georgia Crime Information
Center (GCIC), which is the central repository for criminal history records throughout the state, including Bryan County.
To request criminal records online, individuals can use the Georgia Applicant Processing Service (GAPS). This system allows users to create an account, submit a request, and pay the $24.25 fee by credit card. Results are typically available within 24 to 48 hours.
For mail requests, submit a completed Consent Form, a money order for $24.25, and a self-addressed stamped envelope to:
Georgia Bureau of Investigation
GCIC Record Request
P.O. Box 370808
Decatur, GA 30037-0808
In-person requests can be made at authorized fingerprinting locations throughout Georgia, including many sheriff's offices and police departments.
Criminal Court Records
Individuals seeking arrest records that resulted in formal charges in Bryan County can contact the Clerk of Superior Court. The Clerk's Office maintains these records and provides public access at the following location: Bryan County Courthouse, 151 South College Street, Pembroke, GA 31321 Or at the South County location:
Bryan County Judicial Center 2145 Courthouse Drive Richmond Hill, GA 31324
To obtain criminal court records in person, requesters should provide specific details such as the individual's name, case number, or the date of the incident. Fees may apply for printed copies or certified documents.
For online access, interested persons can use the Georgia Judicial Gateway, which offers access to court records across the state, including Bryan County cases.
Current arrest records may also be found on trusted third-party websites like InfoTracer, which offer broader and faster access to public data.
Arrest Statistics
Bryan County reports a crime index rate of 162.86 per 100,000 people, according to data from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI). The table below shows the number of arrests made in the county for each type of crime.
| Arrest Type | Number of Arrests |
|---|---|
| Robbery | 5 |
| Aggravated Assault | 8 |
| Burglary/Breaking & Entering | 122 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 29 |
| Larceny | 451 |
| Total Crimes Against Persons (Violent Crimes) | 13 |
| Total Property Crimes | 602 |
Source: Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI)
Bryan County Sheriff’s Office
It is situated in Bryan county, Georgia with a total number of 68 employees - 9 female, 34 male officers and 25 civilians. Bryan County SO ORI (Originated Agency Identifier) number is GA0150000, it belongs to the South Atlantic division in the South region with a region code of Region III.
- Agency Name: Bryan County Sheriff's Office
- State: Georgia
- City: Pembroke
- Type: County
- Address: 95 Sgt. Robert W. Crapse Drive
- Phone Number: (912)653-3800
- Fax: (912)653-2880
- Website: http://www.bryancountysheriffsoffice.org/
Police Departments in Bryan County
| Department | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Pembroke Police Department | 59 W Railroad St | (912)653-4409 |
| Richmond Hill Police Department | PO Box 250 | (912)756-5645 |
Bryan County Jail
- Agency Name: Bryan County Jail
- State: GA
- City: PEMBROKE
- Type: County
- Address: 95 PUBLIC SAFETY WAY
- Phone Number: 912-653-3800
- Fax: 912-653-2880
- Website: http://www.dcor.state.ga.us/GDC/FacilityMap/html/S_50000356.html