Fulton County Felony Record Search

Fulton County felony records are maintained by the Clerk of Superior Court and the Sheriff's Office in Atlanta. As Georgia's most populous county with over 1.1 million residents, Fulton County handles more felony cases than any other county in the state. The Atlanta Judicial Circuit court processes these cases, and the volume is high. The clerk stores all filings, from indictments to final dispositions. The sheriff manages arrest records, jail bookings, and inmate data across multiple facilities. Whether you search in person at the Atlanta courthouse, call the clerk's office, or use Georgia's online databases, Fulton County records are accessible through several channels.

Fulton County Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of Superior Court is the primary source for felony case records in Fulton County. This is a massive operation. Every indictment, plea deal, sentencing order, trial verdict, and case disposition for felonies in Fulton County passes through this office. The clerk maintains both physical and digital records for all cases heard in the Fulton County Superior Court, which operates under the Atlanta Judicial Circuit.

To search records in person, visit the courthouse at 136 Pryor Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303. You will need a valid photo ID and the name of the person whose record you want. A date of birth or case number makes the search much easier, especially given the volume of cases Fulton County processes. Copies are $0.10 per page under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70. Certified copies cost more. Call (404) 613-5313 with questions about case records or filing status.

Fulton County's court docket is one of the busiest in the Southeast. Thousands of felony cases move through the system each year. The clerk's office handles walk-in visitors, mail requests, and phone inquiries, but expect wait times during peak hours. Getting there early is a good idea.

Fulton County Sheriff's Office

The Fulton County Sheriff's Office is responsible for arrest records, jail operations, and inmate management. Under O.C.G.A. § 42-4-7, the sheriff must maintain records of everyone in custody. These records contain the person's name, charges, booking date, and the court that issued any warrants. Fulton County felony arrest records are public under Georgia law.

The sheriff's main office is at 185 Central Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30303. Call (404) 612-5100 for general inquiries. For criminal investigations, fugitive apprehension, or jail-related questions, call (404) 613-2262. The Fulton County Jail is at 901 Rice St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, and can be reached at (404) 613-2000. There is also a Marietta Annex at 781 Marietta Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30318, reachable at (404) 613-2149.

Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34, the sheriff can charge up to $20 for criminal history checks. Given the size of Fulton County, the jail processes a very high number of daily bookings. The sheriff's booking records are separate from the court records held by the clerk. If you need case outcomes, go to the clerk. For arrest and jail data, the sheriff is your source.

You can learn more through the Fulton County Sheriff's Office website.

The Fulton County Sheriff's Office page shown above provides information on jail services, inmate lookup, and how to submit open records requests.

Searching Fulton County Felony Records Online

Several online tools cover Fulton County felony records. Given the county's size, there is a lot of data in these systems.

The GDC Offender Query is free to use. It lists all current and former Georgia state prison inmates. If someone from Fulton County received a prison sentence for a felony, they appear in this database. Search by name, GDC ID, or physical description. Results show charges, sentence length, facility, and possible release dates. With Fulton County being the most populous in the state, you can expect a large number of results for common names.

The Georgia Felon Search costs $15 per lookup and checks the GCIC database for all felony convictions statewide. You need the person's full name, date of birth, and sex. Results are instant. A "no record" result still costs $15. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, this information can be released without fingerprint comparison. For Fulton County felony searches, this is the most thorough paid option short of visiting the Atlanta courthouse.

You can also visit the Fulton County government website for links to county departments and general information.

The Fulton County government website shown above serves as the main portal for county services, including links to the courts, sheriff, and clerk of court departments.

Record Access and Restrictions

Felony records in Fulton County are public in most cases. Court files, arrest records, and jail booking data are open under the Georgia Open Records Act. Anyone can request them, and the agency has three business days to respond. Given the volume in Fulton County, responses can sometimes take a bit longer, but three days is the legal requirement.

Some records have restrictions. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, arrest records can be restricted if the person was never prosecuted or the case was dismissed. For arrests after July 1, 2013, the Fulton County District Attorney handles restrictions. For older cases, the application goes through the arresting agency. Restricted records are still visible to law enforcement but hidden from public background check results.

The First Offender Act, O.C.G.A. § 42-8-62.1, lets first-time offenders seal their records after successfully completing their sentence and probation requirements. Serious violent felonies per O.C.G.A. § 17-3-2.1 require a seven-year wait before any restriction can be applied. With the sheer volume of felony cases in Fulton County, many thousands of conviction records remain publicly accessible.

State Resources for Fulton County

The Georgia Crime Information Center at the GBI collects criminal history data from every county in the state. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34, GCIC must maintain complete and accurate felony records. You can request a background check through the Fulton County Sheriff or directly through GCIC.

The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority connects all 159 county clerk offices electronically. Fulton County is a major participant in this system for case management and e-filing. Some records can be searched through the GSCCCA website, though full criminal case searches typically require a direct request to the clerk.

The State Board of Pardons and Paroles tracks parole information for offenders convicted in Fulton County. Given the volume, Fulton County generates a significant share of the state's parole cases.

State databases can run a day or two behind local records. For the most current Fulton County felony case data, the clerk's office in Atlanta is the best source.

Atlanta City Detention Center

Fulton County is home to the Atlanta City Detention Center at 254 Peachtree St SW, Atlanta, GA 30303. Call (404) 865-8001 for information. This facility has historically handled city-level arrests for Atlanta. Felony cases that originate from Atlanta Police Department arrests still go through the Fulton County Superior Court for prosecution and sentencing.

If someone was arrested in Atlanta on felony charges, their booking data may start at the city detention center before the case moves to the county level. The Fulton County Jail at 901 Rice St NW is where most county-level inmates are held during court proceedings.

Cities in Fulton County

Fulton County has more qualifying cities than any other Georgia county. All felony cases from these cities are processed through the Fulton County Superior Court in Atlanta. The county stretches from north of Alpharetta to south of Union City, covering a wide range of communities.

Nearby Counties

These counties surround Fulton County. Each maintains its own courthouse and felony record system.