Calhoun County Felony Records

Calhoun County felony records are kept at the Clerk of Superior Court office in Morgan, Georgia. This small southwest Georgia county has roughly 5,400 residents and sits in the Pataula Judicial Circuit. Searching for criminal case files here means going through the clerk's office or the Sheriff's Office, since Calhoun County does not have a public online case search portal. You can also check state databases like the GDC Offender Query or the Georgia Felon Search for felony convictions linked to Calhoun County cases. Both provide fast ways to look up records from any Georgia county.

Calhoun County Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of Superior Court is the main source of felony records in Calhoun County. All criminal case filings pass through this office. That means indictments, plea agreements, sentencing orders, and final case dispositions are stored here. The clerk keeps both paper files and some digital records for felony cases heard in the Calhoun County Superior Court. You can ask staff to pull a case file by the defendant's name or by case number.

Walk-in requests are the most common way to get felony records here. Bring a valid ID and the name of the person you need to look up. The clerk may ask for a date of birth or case number to narrow things down. Copy fees run about $0.10 per page under the Georgia Open Records Act, O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, and certified copies cost more. The office is open weekdays during normal business hours. You can also mail in a written request if you can't visit in person. The Calhoun County Clerk of Court is at 185 E. Hancock Street, Morgan, GA 39866. Call (229) 849-2715 for questions about felony case records.

Sheriff's Office Arrest Records

The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office handles arrest records and jail bookings. Under O.C.G.A. § 42-4-7, the sheriff must keep records of all people held in the county jail. These records show the person's name, charges, booking date, and which court issued the warrant. Anyone can request to see these Calhoun County felony records under state law.

The sheriff's office is at 28959 N. Bermuda Street in Morgan. You can call (229) 849-2715 to ask about current inmates or recent arrest records in Calhoun County. The sheriff can also run local criminal history checks for a fee. Most law enforcement agencies in Georgia charge up to $20 per person for this kind of search, as allowed by O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34. Calhoun County follows the same rules.

Note: Jail booking records are public but may not include final court outcomes for Calhoun County cases.

How to Search Calhoun County Felony Records

There are a few ways to search for felony records in Calhoun County. Each method works a bit differently. Online state tools are fast but may not show all local case details. In-person visits give you full access to the court file. Pick what fits your need best.

The GDC Offender Query is a free tool that shows all state prison inmates. If someone from Calhoun County was sent to state prison, their record will show up. You can search by name, GDC ID, or physical description. Results include charges, sentence length, and possible release dates. This is a solid first step when checking felony records tied to Calhoun County cases.

The Georgia Felon Search costs $15 per lookup. It checks the GCIC database for felony convictions across the state, including Calhoun County. You need the person's full name, date of birth, and sex. Results come back right away. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-35, this data can be released without fingerprint comparison or consent from the person being searched.

The Calhoun County website has some basic contact information for county offices. It does not have a direct online case search tool. For Calhoun County felony records from the courthouse itself, you will need to visit or call the clerk's office in Morgan.

The screenshot above shows the Calhoun County official website, which provides contact details for local offices that handle criminal records.

State Resources for Calhoun County

Several state agencies hold felony records that may involve Calhoun County residents. The Georgia Crime Information Center is the central hub for all criminal history data in the state. GCIC collects arrest records, court outcomes, and prison data from every county, including Calhoun. You can request a criminal history check through the sheriff or directly from GCIC.

The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority connects all 159 county clerk offices through shared systems. This includes e-filing tools and case management software. The GSCCCA also runs a deed and lien search, but their main role is keeping court records organized across the state. Calhoun County participates in this system for managing felony case data.

The State Board of Pardons and Paroles manages parole status for offenders across Georgia. If someone convicted in Calhoun County is on parole, that information may be available through the board's search tool. The board also handles pardon applications and clemency requests.

Calhoun County Record Access and Restrictions

Most felony records in Calhoun County are public. Anyone can request them. You do not need to be a party to the case. Court files, arrest records, and booking data are all open under Georgia's Open Records Act. The clerk and sheriff must respond to requests within three business days.

Some records may be restricted. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, certain arrest records can be limited from public view if the case was not prosecuted. For arrests after July 1, 2013, you contact the prosecuting attorney to get the record restricted. For older arrests, you apply at the arresting agency. Restricted Calhoun County felony records still show up for law enforcement but not in public searches. The First Offender Act, O.C.G.A. § 42-8-62.1, can also seal some records if the person finished probation without issues. Felony charges that led to a conviction are almost always public in Calhoun County.

Note: Record restriction applications can take several weeks to process through the state system.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Calhoun County. Each maintains its own felony records through their Clerk of Superior Court.