Glascock County Felony Records

Glascock County felony records are held at the Superior Court Clerk office and Sheriff's Office in Gibson. This is one of the smallest counties in Georgia with about 3,000 people. Searching for criminal case files, arrest records, and court documents here means working with a small staff. The Clerk of Superior Court stores all felony filings, while the Sheriff keeps arrest and jail data. Most requests are handled in person or by phone since online tools are limited at the local level.

Glascock County Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of Superior Court is the primary keeper of felony records in Glascock County. Every criminal case filing goes through this office. That includes indictments, plea agreements, sentencing orders, and final dispositions for felony cases. The clerk maintains both paper files and digital records. You can ask staff to pull a case by name or number.

To get felony records from the Glascock County Clerk, you can visit in person. Bring a valid ID and the name of the person you want to look up. A date of birth or case number helps speed things up. Copies cost $0.10 per page under Georgia's Open Records Act, and certified copies run more. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34, felony conviction data can be released to anyone without the subject's written consent.

The Glascock County Clerk of Superior Court is at 62 Main Street, Gibson, GA 30810. Call (706) 598-2084 for record requests or questions about felony cases.

Sheriff's Office Felony Records

The Glascock County Sheriff's Office keeps arrest records and jail bookings. Under O.C.G.A. § 42-4-7, the sheriff must maintain records of all people committed to the county jail. These records include the person's name, charges, booking date, and the court that issued the warrant. Public access is allowed under state law.

The sheriff's office is at 62 Main Street in Gibson. Call (706) 598-2112 to check on current inmates or ask about recent felony arrests in Glascock County. Criminal history checks can also be run through this office for a fee. Georgia law caps this fee at $20 per person under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34. Because Glascock County is so small, the sheriff's staff may be able to pull records quickly. Still, allow a few business days for formal written requests.

How to Find Glascock County Felony Records

There are several ways to search for felony records tied to Glascock County. The fastest option for prison records is the state database. Local office visits give the most complete results.

The GDC Offender Query is free. It shows all state prison inmates. If someone from Glascock County was sent to a state facility, you can find them here. Search by name, GDC ID, or description. Results include charges, sentence length, and release dates.

The Georgia Felon Search is another option. It costs $15 per search. This tool checks the GCIC database for felony convictions statewide. You need the full name, date of birth, and sex of the person. Results are instant. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-35, this information can be given out without fingerprint comparison.

For the most thorough search, visit the Glascock County Courthouse in Gibson. The clerk can pull full case files. The sheriff's office next door has arrest and booking records. Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, agencies must produce records within three business days.

State Agencies and Glascock County Records

The Georgia Crime Information Center is the central repository for all criminal history data in the state. GCIC collects arrest records, court outcomes, and prison data from every county. Glascock County reports to this system. You can get a criminal history check through the sheriff or by contacting GCIC at (404) 244-2639.

The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority links all 159 county clerk offices. They run shared case management tools that Glascock County uses. The State Board of Pardons and Paroles tracks parole status for felons across Georgia, including those convicted in Glascock County.

Note: The Georgia Sheriffs' Association has a directory of all sheriffs, including Glascock County's contact info.

Glascock County Record Restrictions

Most felony records in Glascock County are public. Court files, arrest records, and booking data are open under the Open Records Act. You do not need to be involved in the case to ask for them.

However, some records may be restricted. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, certain arrest records can be hidden from public view if the case was not prosecuted. For arrests after July 1, 2013, contact the prosecuting attorney to request restriction. For older arrests, apply at the arresting agency. Restricted records still show up for law enforcement. The First Offender Act, O.C.G.A. § 42-8-62.1, can also seal records for eligible first-time offenders who complete probation. Felony convictions in Glascock County are almost always public.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Glascock County. Each one keeps its own felony records at the local courthouse.