Bryan County Felony Record Search

Bryan County felony records are managed by the Clerk of Superior Court and the Sheriff's Office in Pembroke. This fast-growing county near Savannah has about 51,000 residents and is part of the Atlantic Judicial Circuit. The clerk files and stores all felony case documents while the sheriff keeps arrest and booking records. You can search for felony records at the Pembroke courthouse, call the offices, or use statewide online tools that include Bryan County data.

Bryan County Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of Superior Court is the main source for felony records in Bryan County. Every criminal case filing goes through this office. Indictments, plea agreements, sentencing orders, and dispositions are all stored here. The clerk keeps paper files and electronic records for cases heard in the Bryan County Superior Court.

To search records in person, go to the courthouse at 151 S. College Street, Pembroke, GA 31321. Bring a valid photo ID. Knowing the person's full name is required, and a date of birth or case number helps narrow results. Copies cost $0.10 per page under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70. Certified copies cost more. Call (912) 653-3878 for questions about Bryan County felony records. The clerk takes walk-in requests and processes mail requests too.

Bryan County is part of the Atlantic Judicial Circuit, which also covers Chatham, Effingham, Liberty, Long, McIntosh, and Tattnall counties. This is one of the larger circuits in the state, serving the coastal region. Judges rotate among these counties but all Bryan County case files stay in Pembroke. Because of the county's rapid growth, case volumes have been rising.

Bryan County Sheriff's Office

The Bryan County Sheriff's Office manages arrest records and runs the county jail. Under O.C.G.A. § 42-4-7, the sheriff must keep records of all persons held in the facility. These records include the inmate's name, charges, booking date, and which court issued the warrant.

The sheriff's office is at 95 Public Safety Way, Pembroke, GA 31321. Call (912) 653-3800 for inmate information or to request arrest records. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34, the agency can charge up to $20 for criminal history checks. Bryan County has been growing quickly, which means more bookings and a busier jail. Expect standard processing times for record requests.

The Georgia Department of Corrections Offender Query portal shown above lets you search for state inmates from Bryan County and all other Georgia counties for free.

Online Searches for Bryan County Felony Records

Multiple online databases cover Bryan County felony records. These are the best options for searching from home.

The GDC Offender Query is free. It covers all current and former state prison inmates. If someone convicted in Bryan County went to state prison, they will appear in this database. You can search by name, GDC ID, or physical description. Results show charges, sentence length, prison facility, and release dates.

The Georgia Felon Search costs $15 per lookup. This searches the GCIC database for felony convictions statewide. You need the person's full name, date of birth, and sex. Results come back instantly. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-35, this data can be released without fingerprint verification. For Bryan County felony records, this is the most complete paid option that does not require a trip to the courthouse.

The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority connects all county clerk offices. Bryan County participates in this system for case management and e-filing. You can search real estate records, liens, and some court filings on the GSCCCA website.

Access Rules and Restrictions

Felony records in Bryan County are generally public. Court filings, arrest records, and booking data can be accessed under the Georgia Open Records Act. Agencies must respond within three business days.

Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, arrest records may be restricted if the case was not prosecuted. For arrests after July 1, 2013, the local district attorney handles restriction requests. Restricted records are not visible in public searches but still show up for law enforcement.

First-time offenders can apply to seal their records under the First Offender Act, O.C.G.A. § 42-8-62.1. This is available after completing probation. Violent felonies and serious offenses have a longer waiting period. Most felony convictions in Bryan County remain public permanently.

State Resources for Bryan County

The Georgia Crime Information Center collects criminal history data from all 159 Georgia counties, including Bryan. O.C.G.A. § 35-3-33 requires GCIC to maintain complete records. You can get a background check through the Bryan County Sheriff or through GCIC.

The State Board of Pardons and Paroles manages parole information for offenders convicted in Bryan County. The GSCCCA provides tech support and data sharing for the clerk's office.

State databases sometimes lag behind the most recent filings in the Bryan County Superior Court. For the newest records, contact the clerk in Pembroke directly.

Cities in Bryan County

Bryan County includes Pembroke and the growing city of Richmond Hill. No cities in Bryan County currently meet the population threshold for a separate city page. All felony cases from within the county are processed at the Bryan County Superior Court in Pembroke.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Bryan County. Each has its own courthouse and felony record system.