Lawrenceville Felony Lookup
Lawrenceville felony records are filed through the Gwinnett County Superior Court. As the county seat of Gwinnett County, Lawrenceville is home to the main courthouse where all felony cases from the area are heard. The city has a population of about 31,900 and its own police force that handles local arrests. Felony charges are prosecuted by the Gwinnett County District Attorney. This page explains how to search for felony records, which agencies to contact, and what resources are available for Lawrenceville residents.
Lawrenceville Quick Facts
Gwinnett County Handles Lawrenceville Felonies
Lawrenceville is the county seat of Gwinnett County, so the courthouse is right in town. The Gwinnett County Justice and Administration Center is at 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30046. That is where the Superior Court hears felony cases. The Gwinnett County Clerk of Superior Court keeps all criminal case files at this location.
The Gwinnett County District Attorney reviews felony arrests and decides whether to prosecute. Since Gwinnett County is one of the largest in the state, the court system processes a high number of cases each year. You can reach the Gwinnett County Clerk of Superior Court at (770) 822-8100. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Visit the Gwinnett County felony records page for full details on the court, search tools, and fees.
Being in the county seat has a practical benefit. You don't need to drive far to visit the courthouse. All county offices, the DA, the clerk, and the sheriff are all located right in Lawrenceville.
Lawrenceville Police Department
The Lawrenceville Police Department is at 300 Jackson Street, Lawrenceville, GA 30046. Call (770) 963-3288 for general questions. The department handles investigations and arrests within city limits. Once someone is arrested on felony charges, the case moves to the Gwinnett County system for prosecution.
You can request arrest reports and incident records from the Lawrenceville PD. File an open records request under the Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 50-18-70). The department must respond within three business days. Reports will show the arrest details, charges, and officer information, but they are separate from court records held by the county clerk.
The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office also keeps booking records for all people held in the county jail. That includes people arrested by Lawrenceville police on felony charges. The sheriff's office can provide inmate information and jail booking data.
Lawrenceville Municipal Court
The Lawrenceville Municipal Court is at 300 Jackson Street, Lawrenceville, GA 30046. Call (770) 963-3285 for case information. This court handles traffic violations, city ordinance cases, and minor misdemeanors. It cannot hear felony cases.
A case that starts in municipal court can get bound over to the Gwinnett County Superior Court if the charges escalate to a felony. When that happens, the county court takes over. The municipal court may still have records from the first hearing, but the felony case file will be at the county level.
How to Search Lawrenceville Felony Records
The Georgia Felon Search is the quickest tool to check for felony convictions. It costs $15 and returns results immediately. You need the person's full name, date of birth, and sex. This covers all Georgia counties including Gwinnett.
The GDC offender search is free. It shows anyone who is or was in a state prison. If a felony from Lawrenceville led to a prison sentence, the details will show up here. Results include charges, sentence length, facility location, and projected release date.
For court documents and detailed case records, visit the Gwinnett County Clerk of Superior Court at 75 Langley Drive. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority provides statewide searches across all county clerk offices. You can also check with the GBI criminal history FAQ page for instructions on getting a full criminal history report from local law enforcement. The typical fee is about $15.
Record Restrictions
Georgia law allows some criminal records to be restricted under O.C.G.A. 35-3-37. If felony charges were dismissed or the person was found not guilty, the arrest record may be eligible for restriction. The waiting period depends on the arrest date and the nature of the charges.
Felony convictions for violent crimes cannot be restricted. But the First Offender Act (O.C.G.A. 42-8-60) may seal records for first-time offenders who complete their sentence. Contact the GCIC at 404-244-2639 if you have questions about whether a record can be restricted.
State Resources
The Georgia Crime Information Center holds the state's criminal history database. You can get records through your local police or sheriff. The State Board of Pardons and Paroles tracks parolees and pardon applications.
- Georgia Felon Search: $15 per search for felony convictions
- GDC Offender Search: Free, covers state prison inmates
- GCIC Criminal History: About $15 through local law enforcement
- GBI Open Records: gbigeorgia.govqa.us
- Pardons and Paroles: Call (404) 656-4661
Legal Help
The Georgia Legal Services Program at (404) 206-5175 offers free legal help to qualifying residents. The State Bar of Georgia lawyer referral service is available at 1-800-334-6865. For help reading your criminal history report, call GCIC at 404-244-2639, option 5, between 9 AM and 2 PM on weekdays.
Gwinnett County Felony Records
Lawrenceville is the county seat of Gwinnett County. All felony cases go through the Gwinnett County Superior Court, which is located right in town. For the full county court details and all related resources, visit the Gwinnett County page.