Dooly County Felony Records

Dooly County felony records are managed by the Clerk of Superior Court and the Sheriff's Office in Vienna. This small south-central Georgia county has about 11,000 residents and processes felony cases through the Cordele Judicial Circuit. The clerk keeps all court filings on record while the sheriff handles arrest data and jail bookings. Felony record searches can be done at the Vienna courthouse, through the sheriff's office, or by using statewide online databases that cover Dooly County cases. Most people start with a phone call to the clerk or a free search on the GDC offender database.

Dooly County Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of Superior Court is the main place for felony records in Dooly County. All criminal case filings pass through this office. Indictments, pleas, sentencing orders, and final case dispositions are stored here. The clerk keeps both paper files and digital records for cases heard in the Dooly County Superior Court.

Visit the courthouse at 104 S. 2nd Street, Vienna, GA 31092 to search records in person. Bring a valid photo ID and the name of the person you want to look up. A date of birth or case number helps narrow results. Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-71, copies cost $0.10 per page for standard requests. Certified copies cost more. Call (229) 268-4234 for questions about felony case files. The clerk accepts walk-in requests and can also handle written requests sent by mail.

Processing time depends on how far back the records go. Newer cases are easier to find. Older felony records in Dooly County may need more time to locate, especially if they were filed before the digital system went live.

Dooly County Sheriff's Office

The Dooly County Sheriff's Office manages arrest records and jail bookings. Under O.C.G.A. § 42-4-7, the sheriff must keep records of all persons held in the county jail. These records show the person's name, charges, booking date, and which court issued the warrant. Arrest records in Dooly County are public under Georgia law.

The sheriff's office is at 576 Union Road, Vienna, GA 31092. Call (229) 268-9888 for questions about recent arrests or to check on inmate status. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34, local law enforcement agencies can charge up to $20 for criminal history checks. Dooly County is a smaller jurisdiction, so wait times tend to be shorter than in larger metro areas.

The sheriff's booking records are not the same as court disposition records. Booking data shows what someone was charged with at the time of arrest. Court records from the clerk show whether the person was convicted, acquitted, or had charges dropped.

Online Felony Record Searches for Dooly County

Several online tools cover Dooly County felony records. These state databases let you search from home.

The GDC Offender Query is free. It shows all current and former state prison inmates. If a Dooly County defendant got prison time, they appear in this system. Search by name, GDC ID, or physical description. Results show charges, sentence length, facility, and possible release dates.

The GDC Offender Search portal shown above lets you look up any person who has served time in a Georgia state prison, including those convicted in Dooly County.

The Georgia Felon Search costs $15 per lookup. It checks the GCIC database for all felony convictions statewide. You need the person's full name, date of birth, and sex. Results come back fast. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-35, this data can be released without a fingerprint match. Even a "no record found" result costs the full $15 fee.

The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority connects clerk offices across the state. Dooly County participates in this network. You can search for real estate filings and some court documents through the GSCCCA portal. Not all felony case details are available online, but it can confirm whether a case exists.

Record Access and Privacy Rules

Felony records in Dooly County are mostly public. Anyone can request them. Court files, arrest records, and booking data fall under the Georgia Open Records Act. Agencies must respond within three business days of getting a request.

Some records have restrictions. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, arrest records can be restricted if the case was never prosecuted. For arrests after July 1, 2013, the district attorney handles restriction requests. Older cases go through the arresting agency. Records that get restricted still show up for law enforcement but not in public searches.

The First Offender Act under O.C.G.A. § 42-8-62.1 lets first-time offenders seal their records after completing their sentence or probation. Violent felonies listed in O.C.G.A. § 17-10-6.1 are harder to seal. Most felony convictions remain public in Dooly County.

State Resources for Dooly County Records

The Georgia Crime Information Center collects criminal history data from all 159 counties, including Dooly. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-33, GCIC must maintain complete records. You can request a check through the sheriff's office or directly from GCIC.

The State Board of Pardons and Paroles tracks parole status for people convicted of felonies in Dooly County. If someone is on parole after serving time for a Dooly County case, this agency will have their information.

Note that state databases may not have the most recent filings from the Dooly County Superior Court. There can be a short delay between when a case is filed locally and when it appears in the statewide system.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Dooly County or are close by. Each has its own felony record system at their local courthouse.