Search Roswell Felony Records
Roswell felony records are processed through the Fulton County Superior Court. Roswell is a city of about 92,200 in north Fulton County, making it one of the largest suburbs in the Atlanta metro area. The Roswell Police Department makes arrests within city limits, and the Fulton County District Attorney handles all felony prosecution. This page covers the agencies, search tools, court contacts, and legal resources for finding felony records connected to Roswell.
Roswell Quick Facts
Fulton County Handles Roswell Felony Cases
All felony cases from Roswell go through the Fulton County Superior Court. The main courthouse is at 136 Pryor Street SW in downtown Atlanta. That is about 25 miles south of Roswell, but it is where the Fulton County Clerk of Superior Court keeps all felony case files. You need to contact the clerk for court records, case documents, and docket information.
The Fulton County District Attorney reviews arrests from Roswell police and files formal felony charges when warranted. Once the case enters the Superior Court system, all records are maintained by the clerk. Reach the Fulton County Clerk at (404) 613-5313. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Roswell is the second most populous city in Fulton County after Atlanta. The county handles felony cases from dozens of cities, so the court system is one of the busiest in the state. For full details, visit the Fulton County felony records page. Other Fulton County cities with felony record pages include Johns Creek and Milton.
Roswell Police Department
The Roswell Police Department is at 11565 Maxwell Road, Alpharetta, GA 30009. Call (770) 640-4100 for general questions. Despite the Alpharetta address, this is the Roswell PD headquarters. The department handles law enforcement within city limits and investigates felony offenses. After an arrest, the case transfers to the Fulton County DA.
You can get arrest reports and incident records from the Roswell PD 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 show the charges at booking, officer details, and suspect information. Copy fees are typically $0.10 per page.
The Fulton County Sheriff's Office at 404-613-2080 runs the county jail. They keep booking records for all people held on felony charges, including those arrested by Roswell police. The sheriff can provide inmate information, jail roster data, and warrant status checks.
Roswell Municipal Court
The Roswell Municipal Court is at 38 Hill Street, Roswell, GA 30075. Call (770) 641-3795 for case information. This court handles traffic violations, city ordinance cases, and certain misdemeanors. It does not hear felony cases.
Cases that start in municipal court can be bound over to the Fulton County Superior Court if charges are upgraded to a felony. The municipal court may hold records from the first hearing or arrest warrant, but the full felony case file will be at the county level. Check with the Fulton County Clerk for felony records.
How to Search Roswell Felony Records
The Georgia Felon Search is the fastest option. It costs $15 per search and returns results immediately. You need the person's first name, last name, date of birth, and sex. Under O.C.G.A. 35-3-34, felony conviction records are public.
The GDC offender search is free and shows people who served time in state prison. If a Roswell felony led to prison, the details will be here. Search by name or GDC ID for charges, sentence, facility, and release date.
For full court records with documents and filings, contact the Fulton County Clerk of Superior Court at (404) 613-5313 or visit in person at 136 Pryor Street SW in Atlanta. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority provides a statewide search tool. For a background check through local law enforcement, see the GBI criminal history FAQ. The fee is about $15.
Record Restrictions and Sealing
Georgia 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 after a set waiting period. Restricted records do not show in standard background checks.
Felony convictions for serious violent crimes stay on the record permanently. The First Offender Act (O.C.G.A. 42-8-60) may help first-time offenders who complete their sentence. The GCIC at 404-244-2639 handles restriction applications. You can also email gacriminalhistory@gbi.ga.gov with questions about eligibility.
State Resources
The Georgia Crime Information Center is the central state repository for criminal history data. It is run by the GBI and can be reached at 404-244-2639. The State Board of Pardons and Paroles tracks parolees and handles pardon requests at (404) 656-4661.
- 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: pap.georgia.gov
Legal Help in Roswell
For free legal assistance, contact the Georgia Legal Services Program at (404) 206-5175. The Atlanta Legal Aid Society serves Fulton County, including Roswell. The State Bar of Georgia referral service at 1-800-334-6865 can connect you with a private attorney. Need help reading your criminal record? Call GCIC at 404-244-2639, option 5, weekdays 9 AM to 2 PM.
Fulton County Felony Records
Roswell is in Fulton County. All felony cases go through the Fulton County Superior Court in downtown Atlanta. For the full county court details, fee information, and all felony record resources, visit the Fulton County page.