Access Redan Felony Records
Redan felony records are processed through the DeKalb County Superior Court. Redan is a census-designated place with about 30,400 residents in eastern DeKalb County. Because it is not an incorporated city, there is no Redan police department or municipal court. The DeKalb County Police Department handles law enforcement, and all felony prosecution goes through the DeKalb County District Attorney. This page explains how to search for felony records, which county agencies to contact, and what tools are available for Redan area cases.
Redan Quick Facts
DeKalb County Court System for Redan
All felony cases from Redan are prosecuted at the DeKalb County Superior Court. The courthouse is at 556 N. McDonough Street in Decatur, the county seat. The DeKalb County Clerk of Superior Court keeps all criminal case records at this location. Since Redan is unincorporated, every criminal matter goes through the county system.
The DeKalb County District Attorney reviews felony arrests and files charges. DeKalb County is part of the Stone Mountain Judicial Circuit and handles a large volume of criminal cases each year. The clerk office provides case documents, docket entries, and certified copies. You can reach the DeKalb County Clerk of Superior Court during normal business hours Monday through Friday.
The DeKalb County felony records page has full details on the court system, contacts, fees, and search procedures. Since Redan has no separate municipal government, all services come from DeKalb County, which keeps things straightforward for record searches.
DeKalb County Police Department
Law enforcement in Redan is provided by the DeKalb County Police Department. Call (770) 724-7710 for general inquiries. The county police handle investigations and arrests in the Redan area. After a felony arrest, the case moves to the DeKalb County DA for prosecution.
You can request arrest reports from the DeKalb County Police through 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 include charges at booking, suspect details, and officer information. These are separate from court records kept by the county clerk.
The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office runs the county jail. They maintain an inmate search portal where you can look up people held on felony charges. The sheriff's office keeps booking records for all inmates, including those arrested in the Redan area.
How to Search Redan Felony Records
The Georgia Felon Search is the fastest way to check for felony convictions. It costs $15 per search. You need a first name, last name, date of birth, and sex. Results cover all Georgia counties, including DeKalb. Under O.C.G.A. 35-3-34, felony conviction data is available to the public.
The GDC offender search is free. It shows people who served time in a Georgia state prison. If a felony from the Redan area led to prison, you will find the details here. Search by name or GDC ID number for charges, sentence, facility, and release information.
For detailed court records, visit the DeKalb County Clerk of Superior Court at 556 N. McDonough Street in Decatur. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority provides a statewide court records search. You can also get a criminal history check through the DeKalb County Police or sheriff's office. The GBI criminal history FAQ walks through the process. Fees are about $15.
Record Restrictions and Sealing
Some criminal records in Georgia can be restricted under O.C.G.A. 35-3-37. If felony charges were dropped or the person was acquitted, the arrest record may be eligible for restriction. The waiting period depends on the arrest date and the type of charge. Restricted records do not show in standard background checks.
Violent felony convictions are permanent and cannot be restricted. The First Offender Act (O.C.G.A. 42-8-60) allows some first-time offenders to have their record sealed after completing their sentence. The GCIC at 404-244-2639 handles restriction applications and can answer eligibility questions.
If you search for a felony record and find nothing, it may have been restricted. That does not mean the case never existed. It just means the data has been removed from the public databases.
State Resources
The Georgia Crime Information Center is the state's central criminal record hub, run by the GBI. You can get records through local law enforcement or at the GCIC office at 3121 Panthersville Road, Decatur, GA 30034. This location is actually close to the Redan area.
- Georgia Felon Search: $15 per search for felony convictions
- GDC Offender Search: Free state prison inmate data
- GCIC Criminal History: About $15 through local agencies
- GBI Open Records: gbigeorgia.govqa.us
- Pardons and Paroles: pap.georgia.gov or (404) 656-4661
Legal Assistance
For free legal help, contact the Georgia Legal Services Program at (404) 206-5175. The Atlanta Legal Aid Society covers DeKalb County and can assist qualifying residents. The State Bar of Georgia referral service at 1-800-334-6865 connects you with private attorneys. For help reading a criminal record, call GCIC at 404-244-2639, option 5, between 9 AM and 2 PM on weekdays.
DeKalb County Felony Records
Redan is in DeKalb County, and all felony cases go through the DeKalb County Superior Court in Decatur. For the full county court details, fee schedules, and all felony record resources, visit the DeKalb County page.