Access South Fulton Felony Records
South Fulton felony records are held at the Fulton County Superior Court. The City of South Fulton was incorporated in 2017 and has a population of about 112,000. It sits in the southern part of Fulton County, just south of Atlanta. The South Fulton Police Department makes arrests, but felony prosecution goes through the Fulton County District Attorney. You can search for felony case data using the Georgia Felon Search, the GDC offender database, or by visiting the Fulton County Clerk of Superior Court at the courthouse in downtown Atlanta. Because South Fulton is a newer city, its police department is still growing, and many residents may also interact with the Fulton County Sheriff's Office for certain law enforcement matters.
South Fulton Quick Facts
Fulton County Handles South Fulton Felony Cases
All felony cases in South Fulton are prosecuted through the Fulton County Superior Court. The city police arrest suspects, but the Fulton County District Attorney brings charges. The Fulton County Clerk of Superior Court maintains all felony case files. That office is at 136 Pryor Street SW in Atlanta.
Contact the Fulton County Clerk at (404) 613-5313. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. You can request case documents, certified copies, and search records in person. The Fulton County Sheriff's Office also keeps jail and booking data for people arrested on felony charges in South Fulton. Since South Fulton shares Fulton County with Atlanta, Sandy Springs, and other cities, all of these areas use the same county court system. For full county details, visit the Fulton County felony records page.
South Fulton Police Department Records
The South Fulton Police Department can be reached at (470) 809-7300. The department handles law enforcement in the city, including felony arrests. After an arrest, the case file moves to the Fulton County court system for prosecution.
South Fulton does not have its own detention facility for long-term holds. People arrested on felony charges are typically transferred to the Fulton County Jail. The Fulton County Sheriff's Office at 404-613-2080 handles jail operations and can provide inmate information. For short-term holds, the South Fulton police may use local holding cells before transfer.
Police arrest reports are separate from court records. To get a copy of an arrest report, contact the South Fulton Police Department. For court case files and sentencing data, go to the Fulton County Clerk of Superior Court.
How to Search South Fulton Felony Records
The Georgia Felon Search is the quickest way to check for a felony conviction. Each search costs $15 and returns results right away. You need the person's name, date of birth, and sex. Under O.C.G.A. 35-3-34, felony conviction data is public.
The Georgia Department of Corrections has a free offender search tool. It shows people who are or were in state prison. Search by name or GDC ID number. Results include charges, sentence, facility, and release date. This is useful for South Fulton cases that resulted in prison time.
For full court records, visit the Fulton County Clerk of Superior Court in person or use the GSCCCA statewide search tool. The GBI criminal history FAQ walks you through the process of getting a criminal history report. Local law enforcement agencies charge about $15 for this service.
The Georgia Crime Information Center is the state's central repository for criminal history data. Call 404-244-2639 with questions. GCIC is part of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and handles all state criminal records.
Record Restrictions
Georgia law allows certain criminal records to be restricted. Under O.C.G.A. 35-3-37, some arrest records can be sealed if charges were never filed. For felonies, the waiting period is four years from the arrest date. The GBI record restrictions page has the full details.
Under the First Offender Act (O.C.G.A. 42-8-60), first-time offenders who complete their full sentence may have their conviction sealed. This does not apply to serious violent felonies or sex crimes. Talk to a lawyer or the Fulton County Clerk if you think your record qualifies for restriction.
Georgia State Resources
- Georgia Felon Search: $15, name-based felony conviction check
- GDC Offender Search: Free, current and past state inmates
- GCIC Criminal History: About $15, through local law enforcement
- GBI Open Records Portal: gbigeorgia.govqa.us
- State Board of Pardons and Paroles: (404) 656-4661
The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 50-18-70) gives you the right to request records from government agencies. They must respond within three business days. Copy fees are $0.10 per page.
Legal Help
The Georgia Legal Services Program offers free help for low-income residents. Call (404) 206-5175 or visit glsp.org. The Atlanta Legal Aid Society also covers Fulton County. For private lawyer referrals, call the State Bar of Georgia at 1-800-334-6865.
Call the GCIC at 404-244-2639 (option 5) for help reading a criminal history report. Hours are 9 AM to 2 PM, Monday through Friday. Email gacriminalhistory@gbi.ga.gov for record questions.
Fulton County Felony Records
South Fulton is in Fulton County, and all felony cases go through the Fulton County Superior Court. For the full county court details, fee schedules, and related resources, visit the Fulton County page.