Alpharetta Felony Records
Alpharetta felony records are managed through the Fulton County Superior Court system. Located in north Fulton County, this city of about 67,000 residents has its own police force that handles arrests, but all felony charges get sent to the county level for prosecution. The Fulton County District Attorney's office takes over once a case moves past the arrest phase. You can look up felony records for Alpharetta through state tools like the Georgia Felon Search or by going to the Fulton County Clerk of Superior Court. The Alpharetta Police Department keeps arrest records and incident reports on file at their station.
Alpharetta Quick Facts
Fulton County Handles Alpharetta Felony Cases
Alpharetta sits in Fulton County. All felony cases from Alpharetta are prosecuted at the Fulton County Superior Court in downtown Atlanta. The city police make the arrest and file the initial report, then the Fulton County District Attorney decides whether to bring charges. The Fulton County Clerk of Superior Court keeps all the case files, court documents, and disposition records for felonies in Alpharetta.
The Fulton County courthouse is at 136 Pryor Street SW in Atlanta. You can reach the clerk at (404) 613-5313. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Because Fulton County is so large and covers many cities, the volume of felony cases is high. Wait times for in-person record requests can be long. Calling first is a good idea. For the full breakdown of Fulton County court services, see the Fulton County felony records page.
Alpharetta is in the Atlanta Judicial Circuit. This circuit covers all of Fulton County. The chief judge assigns felony cases to different courtrooms based on case load and type. Drug cases, violent crimes, and property felonies may each go to different judges within the circuit.
Alpharetta Police Department Records
The Alpharetta Police Department is at 2565 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009. Call (678) 297-6300 for general questions about police reports or arrest records. The department handles all law enforcement within city limits and takes initial reports on felony incidents that happen in Alpharetta.
When someone is arrested on a felony charge in Alpharetta, the police department creates a booking record and arrest report. These records stay with the police department. The actual felony case file moves to the Fulton County court system once the DA picks up the case. If you need a copy of an arrest report, contact the Alpharetta police records division. They can tell you the fees and turnaround time for getting copies.
Alpharetta also has a municipal court at 300 Park Bridge Lane, Alpharetta, GA 30009. Call (678) 297-6050 for that court. The municipal court handles city ordinance violations and some misdemeanor cases. It does not hear felony matters. If a case that starts in municipal court gets bound over to Superior Court, the records transfer to the county level.
How to Search Alpharetta Felony Records
The quickest way to check for felony records tied to Alpharetta is the Georgia Felon Search tool. This state-run service costs $15 per search. You need the person's first and last name, date of birth, and sex. Results come back fast and will show any felony conviction on file with the state. Under O.C.G.A. 35-3-34, felony conviction data is public and can be released without consent.
The Georgia Department of Corrections has a free offender search tool. This shows people who are or were in state prison. You can search by name or GDC ID. The results show charges, sentence length, facility location, and possible release date. This is helpful for Alpharetta felony cases that led to a prison sentence.
For detailed court records with all the filings and motions, go to the Fulton County Clerk of Superior Court. You can visit the office at 136 Pryor Street SW in Atlanta. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority runs a statewide search that pulls records from all county clerks in Georgia. This is another way to find Alpharetta felony case documents.
You can also get a criminal history check from the GBI. The GBI criminal history FAQ explains the process. Most local law enforcement agencies can process a Georgia criminal history request for about $15.
Record Restrictions in Georgia
Not every felony record stays open forever. Georgia law allows some records to be restricted under certain conditions. Under O.C.G.A. 35-3-37, if someone was arrested for a felony but never prosecuted, the arrest record can be restricted four years after the arrest date. This only applies to non-serious violent felonies.
The First Offender Act, O.C.G.A. 42-8-60, lets some first-time offenders avoid a formal conviction on their record. If the person completes their sentence and probation, the court can seal the record. These restricted records will not show up in a Georgia Felon Search. However, law enforcement and certain employers can still see them.
If a felony case ended in acquittal or dismissal, the person can petition to have the arrest record restricted. The process involves filing a petition with the court where the case was heard. For Alpharetta cases, that would be the Fulton County Superior Court. There is no fee to file this petition, but you may need a lawyer to help with the paperwork.
State Resources for Alpharetta Felony Records
The Georgia Crime Information Center is the central hub for all criminal history in Georgia. GCIC is part of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. They maintain the state criminal history database that feeds into the Georgia Felon Search. You can contact GCIC at 404-244-2639 or visit their office at 3121 Panthersville Road in Decatur.
The State Board of Pardons and Paroles tracks parolees and pardon requests. If someone convicted of a felony in Alpharetta was later paroled, this board has that information. Call (404) 656-4661 for inquiries.
- Georgia Felon Search: $15 per name search for felony convictions
- GDC Offender Search: Free, covers current and past state inmates
- GCIC Criminal History: About $15, available through local law enforcement
- GBI Open Records: Submit requests at gbigeorgia.govqa.us
The Georgia Open Records Act, O.C.G.A. 50-18-70, gives the public the right to request government records. Agencies must respond within three business days. The cost for copies is $0.10 per page. If the request takes a lot of staff time, extra search fees may apply.
Legal Help in Alpharetta
The Georgia Legal Services Program can help people with low income who need legal advice about felony records. Call (404) 206-5175 or visit glsp.org. The Atlanta Legal Aid Society also serves Fulton County residents. For a private attorney referral, the State Bar of Georgia has a service at 1-800-334-6865.
If you need help reading your own criminal history report, contact the GCIC at 404-244-2639 and press option 5. That line is staffed from 9 AM to 2 PM, Monday through Friday. You can also email gacriminalhistory@gbi.ga.gov with questions about what appears on your record.
Nearby Cities
Other cities near Alpharetta that have felony records pages include:
Fulton County Felony Records
Alpharetta is in Fulton County. All felony cases from this city go through the Fulton County Superior Court system. For the full details on the county court, fee lists, and all related felony record resources, visit the Fulton County page.