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Dougherty County, GA Arrest Records, Warrants, and Jail Information

How To Search Dougherty County Arrest Records

Law enforcement agencies in Dougherty County record about 4,890 arrests annually, contributing to Georgia's statewide total of over 196,485 arrests each year. Under the Georgia Open Records Act, individuals have the right to access public records, including arrest records. Although the records can be viewed for free, individuals must pay between $0.25 and $25 to obtain copies.

However, certain records are classified as confidential and unavailable to the general public. These include cases involving juveniles, active investigations, family law matters, and situations where victim privacy may be at risk. Entities such as persons named on record, the sheriff's office, police departments, and the Dougherty County District Attorney's Office are authorized to access such records.

How To Look Up Dougherty County Arrest Records

The public may access Dougherty County arrest records from agencies such as the sheriff's office, local police departments, and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.

Sheriff Arrest Records

Individuals may reach out to the Criminal Records Unit of the Dougherty County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) by calling (229) 430-6516. Alternatively, they may visit the office in person at:

The Sheriff's Office

235 Pine Avenue

Albany, GA 31701

The DCSO provides a Police-to-Citizen Portal where the public may view the arrest information of offenders.

Police Arrest Records

Individuals may access arrest records in the county from the local police department where the arrest occurred. They must provide background details, including the arrestee's name and arrest date, and pay for copies of the records. Some police departments offer online request portals where anyone can easily find arrest information for offenders. Record seekers may submit Open Records Requests by mail or in person to the police departments. Key police departments in the county include:

Georgia Bureau of Investigation

The Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) under the Georgia Bureau of Investigation maintains criminal history records in the state, including arrest records. Individuals may access arrest records by appointment only for fingerprinting services and records inspection from the GCIC Lobby Office. They may submit a written request for arrest records in person or by mail to:

Georgia Crime Information Center

CCH/Identification

P.O. Box 370808

3121 Panthersville Road

Decatur, GA 30034

Record seekers may call the help desk at (404) 244-2639 to schedule an appointment or seek more information. They must pay specific fees for the processing and copies of the record.

Criminal Court Records

Individuals may access criminal records, including arrest records, from the county courts where prosecution took place. The courts of Dougherty County, including the Superior Court, State Court, Magistrate Court, and Albany Municipal Court, are responsible for handling criminal cases within the county's jurisdiction. The Clerk of Dougherty County Superior Court maintains criminal records. Therefore, individuals may check the WebSearch Portal or visit the clerk's office in person.

The Georgia Judicial Council offers an online portal that allows anyone to access various court records, including arrest records. Additionally, reputable third-party websites like InfoTracer enable the public to access public records, including arrest records for the county.

Arrest Statistics

Dougherty County reports an arrest rate of 59.2 per 1,000 residents and an index crime rate of 30.98 per 1,000 population. The following highlights key arrest trends observed within the county:

Arrest Type	Number of Arrests
Simple Assault	1,209
Disorderly Conduct	623
Aggravated Assault	294
Weapon Law Violations	45
Motor Vehicle Theft	86
Arson	10
Drugs/Narcotics	104
Burglary	45
Larceny	537
Robbery	37
DWI	263
Forgery	21
All Other Offenses	1,616
Total Number of Arrests	4,890

Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation's Crime Data Explorer