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Barnwell County Arrest Records

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Barnwell County, SC Arrest Records

What are Barnwell County Arrest Statistics?

Barnwell County had 1,151 arrests for the last 3 years, in 2017 the arrest rate was 1,759.53 per 100.000 population which is by 138.09% higher than the National average of 739.02 per 100.000 inhabitants. Among the 2017 arrests 87 were made for violent crime charges. Compared to neighboring county Horry and county Kershaw it’s a more dangerous place to live in.

  • 1,151Arrests in the county for the last 3 years
  • 1,759.53Arrest rate in 2017 per 100.000 population
  • 87Violent crime arrests

Barnwell County Recent Arrest Trends

Currently, the most popular arrest in Barnwell is larceny/theft - 165 arrests followed by burglary - 78 and aggravated assault - 73 arrests.

  • 165Larceny/Theft
  • 78Burglary
  • 73Aggravated Assault

Violent Crime Arrests vs. Non-Violent

Violent crime in Barnwell County is considered rape and sexual assault, robbery, and assault. For the recent years the violent crime rate has increased along with the non-violent crime rate. Compared to the national average of - 100.65 per 100.000 people the overall violent crime rate for the county is by 302.37% higher.

Barnwell County Crime Rate from 2001-2017

Barnwell County Police Records

Police records exist in different types of law enforcement agencies and in many forms. In most cases, Barnwell county police reports may be found from the local county Sheriff’s Office. You can appear in person and request copies as county police records are available to the general public per the state laws and the Freedom of Information Act. These records may include Barnwell county police reports, Barnwell county bookings and even mugshots. These records are related to when someone is arrested, booked, and jailed. First, they are questioned, and basic information is taken while officers fills out the report. Then they takes mugshots of the suspect, and they are put in a jail cell until they can make bail the fees. Some counties may charge a fee for a copy of police records. You may have to visit in person and may need to have the following information for them to find your file:

  • Date and time of the occurrence
  • The location of the incident
  • Name(s) of those involved
  • Officer’s name and rank
  • Case number

This will help the officer find the documents you need.

Barnwell county police records can provide a lot of information about a suspect. A good example of police record might be a traffic accident report. Some records are available to the public after a waiting period, such as 60-days.

Sometimes you can order copies of Barnwell county police records by mail. Contact your local county Sheriff’s Office to inquire about forms and the fees.

Barnwell County Mugshots

Barnwell County mugshots have been used since the 1800s, shortly after the invention of photography. Then in 1888, a French police officer Alphonse Bertillon standardized the process and made it the norm. Groups of these mugshots are kept in a “mug book” to help witnesses and victims identify criminals.

Barnwell county mugshots are the photographs taken of suspects upon arrest. Local police, Sheriff’s Offices, and other law enforcement agencies take them. Typically , the subject is photographed from the front (full-face view) and then the side (profile view). These Barnwell county mugshots are filed with the person’s criminal record and police reports. They are used by victims, witnesses, and investigators to identify criminals guys.

Additionally , when a judge issues an Barnwell county arrest warrant for other purposes , and the person does not show up in court, these mugshots are used to help find the suspect.

Mugshots are readily available online as they are public records. Information brokers portals offer mugshots with other types of public records such as criminal records, arrest records and other court cases.

Felonies, Misdemeanors, and Sex Offenders

Police and arrest records will also contain on felonies, misdemeanors, and sex offenders. Since everything is computerized available and connected, any past incidents will show up as well.

Barnwell County Sheriff’s Office

It is situated in Barnwell county, South Carolina with a total number of 82 employees - 5 female, 23 male officers and 54 civilians. Barnwell County SO ORI (Originated Agency Identifier) number is SC0060000, it belongs to the South Atlantic division in the South region with a region code of Region III.

Police Departments in Barnwell County

DepartmentAddressPhone
Barnwell Police DepartmentPO Box 776(803)259-1838
Williston Police Department301 W Main St(803)266-7013

Barnwell County, SC Jail and Inmate Records

BARNWELL County has 66 jails with an average daily population of 333 inmates with a total of 68 jail population. When breaking down the BARNWELL County jail population by gender, females are a minority compared to male prisoners and make 9% with 6 female and 44 male inmates.

  • 66Jails
  • 68Prisoners
  • 469 %Jail Rate

How Does Barnwell County Inmate Search Work?

Barnwell County inmate records are public records that anyone can review easily. The Freedom of Information Act governs the availability of regarding Barnwell county inmate records which provide a lot of useful information about a person.

Barnwell County Booking

Barnwell county bookings are also helpful when looking for information on whether or not someone has been arrested. When a suspect is arrested, the officer fills out forms and then holds them in a jail , which essentially becomes their Barnwell county booking record. It may also include things like fingerprints, mugshots , physical details, their name, and address, arresting officer , the details of the crime, the location, and any vehicles that were involved. The general public has the right to review a copy of someone’s Barnwell county booking records without any type of permission .

Barnwell County Jail

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