Law enforcement agencies in Camden County report around 2,000 arrests annually, contributing to Georgia's statewide total of approximately 220,000 arrests. Under the Georgia Open Records Act, most of the county's arrest records are classified as public records and are available for viewing or copying. Copying fees typically range from $1.00 to $20.00.
Some Camden County arrest records are not accessible to the public due to concerns related to privacy, security, and legal restrictions. Records involving juveniles, mental health cases, sealed or expunged files, and those tied to active investigations are generally restricted. Only certain individuals, such as law enforcement agencies, the individuals named in the records, their legal representatives, and the County Attorney's Office, are allowed access to these confidential records.
Camden County arrest records can be obtained from multiple agencies or organizations, including the County Sheriff's Office, local Police Departments, and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI).
Arrest records from the Camden County Sheriff's Office are available upon request and can be obtained by mail, fax, or through an in-person visit to:
The County Sheriff's Office
209 East 4th Street
Woodbine, GA 31569
Phone: (912) 510-5100
Fax: (912) 510-5144
Additionally, the county Sheriff's Office provides an online Inmate Search portal that allows the public to view information on inmates and their custody status.
Arrest records from local Police Departments can be obtained by submitting requests in person, by fax, or by mail to the departments that made the arrests. Requesters should provide relevant details such as the arrestee's name and date of arrest, and may be required to pay fees for copies. Some Police Departments also offer online access through their official platforms to view and request arrest records. Notable Police Departments serving the county include:
Criminal records for individuals in Camden County can be obtained through the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI). To access criminal records, record owners must first have their fingerprints taken by authorized fingerprint vendors. Formal written requests should then be submitted to the Georgia Crime Information Center, including the subjects' full name, contact details, reasons for the requests, and any relevant information. These requests must be accompanied by money orders or certified checks covering the applicable fees and mailed to:
Georgia Crime Information Center
3121 Panthersville Road
P.O. Box 370808
Decatur, GA 30034
Requesters can schedule appointments by calling the office at (404) 244-2639. They also have the option to create an account and submit Open Records Requests using the Georgia Bureau of Investigation's online system.
In Camden County, criminal court records are maintained by the Camden County Clerk of Superior Court, who serves as the official custodian of all criminal case files, including felony and misdemeanor proceedings. The Clerk's Office provides an online Case Management Web Search portal, allowing requesters to search criminal court records using case number or party name. To obtain copies, individuals can contact the Clerk's Office by mail or in person at:
The County Clerk of Superior Court
200 East 4th Street
Woodbine, GA 31569
Phone: (912) 576-5651
Arrest records are also available on third-party sites like InfoTracer, which compile data from official sources for easy access.
Camden County has an arrest rate of 12.47 per 1,000 residents. A breakdown of the arrest statistics is outlined below:
| Arrest Type | Number of Arrests |
|---|---|
| Murder | 3 |
| Rape | 25 |
| Robbery | 8 |
| Aggravated Assault | 95 |
| Burglary | 60 |
| Larceny Theft | 479 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 54 |
| Arson | 2 |
| Total Number of Arrests | 727 |
Source: Georgia Bureau of Investigation crime statistics.
| Department | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsland Police Department | 111 Seaboard St | 912-729-8254 |