Gordon County, GA Arrests & Jail Records

To obtain arrest records from the Gordon County Sheriff's Office, individuals may either complete an online request form with the necessary arrest information or submit a written request. Written requests may be delivered in person or mailed to the Custodian of Records at 2700 Highway 41 North, Calhoun, Georgia 30701.

With adequate information about the individual involved, interested parties may request arrest records from the police department in the city where the arrest occurred. Visiting the department in person is recommended to make inquiries about record availability and any applicable fees for obtaining copies.

Besides the Sheriff's Office, law enforcement duties are also carried out by the Calhoun Police Department and the Fairmount Police Department.

In Georgia, criminal history records are maintained by the Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC). These records comprise details such as arrest information, personal identifiers, and final dispositions as reported by prosecutors or courts.

Gordon County residents seeking a copy of their personal criminal history record may contact any local law enforcement agency within the county to inquire about the necessary steps and documentation.

For out-of-state agencies or employers in Gordon County, access to criminal records for employment or licensing purposes requires registration through the Georgia Applicant Processing Services (GAPS) system. The agency must visit the GAPS website and select the "Become a Requesting Agency" option to obtain an account number. Then, applicants must submit their fingerprints at an approved GAPS location with a valid form of identification and the required fees. The results may be retrieved by the agency within two business days.

Gordon County residents may also use the GAPS system to request background checks for purposes such as immigration or employment outside Georgia. To begin, applicants must select the "Applicant Registration" option on the GAPS website and follow the instructions provided. For further assistance, the GCIC may be contacted at (404) 244-2639, Option 2.

Details related to arrests are often included in criminal case files generated during court proceedings. As such, individuals may access this information by visiting the court where the case was originally filed.

To obtain copies of criminal case records, individuals may contact the Clerk of the Superior Court by sending a fax to 706-629-2139 or mailing a written request to P.O. Box 580, Calhoun, GA 30703. It costs $0.50 per page for self-service requests and $1 per page if staff assistance is required.

Additionally, third-party websites like InfoTracer may help save time on locating Gordon County arrest records.