Columbus Felony Records Lookup
Columbus felony records are kept at the Muscogee County Superior Court. Columbus and Muscogee County have a consolidated government, meaning the county handles all city services including felony prosecution. With around 201,000 residents, Columbus is the third largest city in Georgia. The Columbus Police Department and the Muscogee County Sheriff's Office both make felony arrests, and the District Attorney takes over prosecution from there. You can search felony case records through state databases online or visit the Muscogee County Clerk of Superior Court to get court documents and case details.
Columbus Quick Facts
Muscogee County Handles Columbus Felony Cases
All felony cases in Columbus go through the Muscogee County Superior Court. The consolidated government means there is no city-level felony court. The Muscogee County Clerk of Superior Court keeps all felony case files. You can reach the criminal division at (706) 653-4353. The civil and domestic division is at (706) 653-4372.
The Muscogee County courts website has information on case schedules, court contacts, and filing procedures. You can search for case records in person at the clerk office. Bring a valid photo ID when you visit. For full details about the county court system, see the Muscogee County felony records page.
| Court | Muscogee County Superior Court |
|---|---|
| Criminal Division | (706) 653-4353 |
| Civil Division | (706) 653-4372 |
| Website | muscogeecourts.com |
Columbus Police and Sheriff Records
The Columbus Police Department is at 510 10th Street, Columbus, GA 31902. Call (706) 653-3000. The police department takes arrest reports and booking records for felony arrests made within the city. These records are public under the Georgia Open Records Act.
The Muscogee County Sheriff's Office is at 100 E. 10th Street, Columbus, GA 31901. Call (706) 653-4258 for general questions. The sheriff's office runs the county jail and keeps booking data on people held on felony charges. Under O.C.G.A. 42-4-7, the sheriff must maintain a record of all people committed to the county jail. That record includes the name, age, sex, race, crime charged, date of commitment, and more. These jail records are open to public review under the Georgia Open Records Act.
Both the police and sheriff can provide copies of arrest records. The police handle arrests within city limits. The sheriff handles courthouse security and jail operations. For felony case records (indictments, pleas, sentences), go to the clerk of court instead.
Search Columbus Felony Records Online
The Georgia Felon Search is the quickest online tool. Each search costs $15. You enter a first name, last name, date of birth, and sex. Results show felony convictions tied to that person across the entire state. This service is run by the Georgia Technology Authority through the Georgia Crime Information Center. Under O.C.G.A. 35-3-34, the public can access felony conviction data without the subject's consent.
The Georgia Department of Corrections has a free offender search. This works for people who went to state prison after a felony conviction in Columbus. You can search by name or by GDC ID number. Results include the offense, sentence, facility, and possible release date. The GDC also warns that you should verify any information through written mail to Inmate Records at P.O. Box 1529, Forsyth, GA 31029.
The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority runs a statewide records system. This lets you search across all 159 county clerks in Georgia. For Columbus, you look in the Muscogee County records. This tool is better for finding court filings, docket entries, and real property records tied to a case. It gives you more detail than the Felon Search alone.
State Felony Record Resources
Georgia runs several state-level tools for felony records. The GCIC is the central hub for criminal history in the state. You can get a full criminal history report through any local law enforcement agency. The fee is about $15 but varies. The GBI at (404) 244-2600 can point you in the right direction.
The State Board of Pardons and Paroles tracks people on parole after felony convictions. Call (404) 656-4661 for parole status questions. If you need to request GBI records, use the open records portal. Under O.C.G.A. 50-18-70, agencies have three business days to respond to records requests.
Note: The GDC offender search does not include people held in county jails or on probation only.
Legal Help for Columbus Felony Records
Georgia Legal Services Program serves the Columbus area and offers free legal help to people who qualify based on income. The State Bar of Georgia has a lawyer referral service at 1-800-334-6865. For questions about record restrictions, contact the GCIC at 404-244-2639 option 3. Under O.C.G.A. 35-3-37, some felony arrest records can be restricted if no conviction happened. The time period is four years for non-violent felonies.
If you were a first offender in Columbus under O.C.G.A. 42-8-62.1, your record may be sealed after completing probation. Talk to a lawyer if you think you qualify. The Muscogee County Public Defender's office can help if you had a court-appointed lawyer for your case.
Muscogee County Felony Records
Columbus is in Muscogee County, and all felony cases go through the Muscogee County Superior Court. The consolidated government means the county and city are one. For more on the court system, full fee lists, and all related resources, visit the county page.