Haralson County Felony Record Search

Felony records in Haralson County are kept by the Clerk of Superior Court and the Sheriff's Office in Buchanan. This west Georgia county has about 30,000 residents and is part of the Tallapoosa Judicial Circuit. The clerk manages all court case filings and dispositions while the sheriff handles arrest bookings and jail records. You can access Haralson County felony records in person at the courthouse, by mail, by phone, or through several statewide online databases.

Haralson County Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of Superior Court is the main holder of felony case records in Haralson County. All indictments, plea agreements, motions, and sentencing orders are filed here. The clerk also stores final dispositions for every felony case heard in the Tallapoosa Judicial Circuit. Both paper and digital records are maintained.

Visit the clerk at 4485 GA-120, Buchanan, GA 30113. A photo ID is required. Have the full name of the person whose record you want. A date of birth or case number narrows the search. Copies cost $0.10 per page under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70. Certified copies cost more. Call (770) 646-2005 for help with your search or to check on a specific case. The clerk takes walk-in and mail requests.

Haralson County is a smaller county, so processing times tend to be quick. The clerk can often pull records the same day. First offender applications under O.C.G.A. § 42-8-60 are also handled here. If a person completed the program, the record may be sealed from public view.

Haralson County Sheriff's Office

The Haralson County Sheriff's Office manages arrest records and jail bookings. Under O.C.G.A. § 42-4-7, the sheriff must keep records of everyone held in the county detention facility. These include the inmate's name, charges, booking date, and issuing court. Arrest records for felony cases are public under state law.

The sheriff's office is at 2245 GA-120, Buchanan, GA 30113. Call (770) 646-2011 for arrest or inmate info. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34, a criminal history check can cost up to $20. The sheriff's booking records show charges at the time of arrest but do not reflect the final court outcome. For disposition info, check with the clerk of court.

The Haralson County government website shown above provides access to county departments and services.

Online Searches for Haralson County Felony Records

You don't have to drive to Buchanan to search felony records. Several state tools cover Haralson County data.

The GDC Offender Query is free and lists all current and former state prison inmates. Anyone from Haralson County who got a prison sentence will be in this system. Search by name or GDC ID number. Results show the charges, sentence, facility, and release dates.

The Georgia Felon Search is the most complete paid option at $15 per search. It uses the GCIC database. You need the person's full name, date of birth, and sex. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-35, results can be shared without fingerprints. Even a "no record" result costs $15. This is the best tool for a thorough felony check on a Haralson County resident.

The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority connects all county clerk offices. Haralson County is part of this system, so some index data may be available. Check this site if other tools come up empty.

Record Restrictions in Haralson County

Felony records in Haralson County are generally public. Court filings, arrest data, and booking info are covered by the Georgia Open Records Act. Agencies have three business days to reply to a valid request.

Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, some arrest records can be restricted when charges are not prosecuted. For arrests after July 1, 2013, the district attorney handles restrictions. Older arrests go through the arresting agency. Restricted records remain in law enforcement systems but are removed from public searches.

First offender records can be sealed under O.C.G.A. § 42-8-62.1 once the person finishes all terms. Violent felonies per O.C.G.A. § 17-10-6.1 are excluded. The Haralson County Clerk of Court processes sealing requests. Most felony convictions in Haralson County remain on the public record permanently.

State Resources for Haralson County

The Georgia Crime Information Center gathers criminal history data from all 159 counties. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-33, GCIC keeps records submitted by agencies like the Haralson County Sheriff. You can request a check through the sheriff or GCIC.

The State Board of Pardons and Paroles tracks parole info for people convicted in Haralson County. If someone served time and was released on parole, this agency has the records. Pardons for Haralson County cases also go through the board. State databases may not show the most recent local court filings right away.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Haralson County. Each has its own felony records kept at their courthouse.