Search Monroe County Felony Records

Monroe County felony records are managed by the Clerk of Superior Court and the Sheriff's Office in Forsyth. With roughly 28,000 residents, this central Georgia county sits along Interstate 75 between Atlanta and Macon. Criminal case files, arrest data, and offender records can be found through local offices or statewide databases. The clerk handles all felony case documents from the Superior Court while the sheriff keeps booking and jail records for Monroe County.

Monroe County Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of Superior Court is the primary office for felony records in Monroe County. All felony case filings go through this office. That means indictments, plea agreements, sentencing orders, and final dispositions are all on file here. The clerk keeps both paper and electronic records for cases heard in the Monroe County Superior Court.

You can request records in person at the courthouse. Bring a valid ID and the name of the person you want to look up. A date of birth or case number helps the staff find what you need faster. Under the Georgia Open Records Act, O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, copies cost $0.10 per page and certified copies are more. The office is at 1 Courthouse Square, Forsyth, GA 31029. Call (478) 994-8510 for questions about Monroe County felony case records.

Monroe County Sheriff's Office Records

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office handles arrest records and jail bookings. The sheriff must keep records of all people held in the county jail under O.C.G.A. § 42-4-7. These records include the person's name, charges, booking date, and which court issued the warrant.

The sheriff's main office is at 120 S. Lee Street, Forsyth, GA 31029. Call (478) 994-7021 to check on inmates or ask about arrest records. The sheriff can run local criminal history checks. Georgia law under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34 caps the fee at $20 per person for criminal history requests. Monroe County follows this same limit for local searches.

Note: Jail records are separate from court records, so you may need to check both offices for a full picture of someone's criminal history in Monroe County.

Searching Felony Records in Monroe County

There are several ways to search for felony records in Monroe County. Each has its own strengths. Online databases are quick. In-person visits let you see the full court file. Here is a look at the main options.

The GDC Offender Query is free and shows all state prison inmates. If someone from Monroe County went to state prison, they will be in this system. You can search by name, GDC ID, or physical traits. Results show charges, sentence length, and release dates.

The Georgia Felon Search costs $15 per lookup. It checks the GCIC database for felony convictions statewide. You need the person's full name, date of birth, and sex. Results are instant. This tool covers Monroe County cases that ended in a felony conviction.

For in-person searches in Monroe County, head to the courthouse in Forsyth. The Clerk of Superior Court can pull case files. You can also stop by the Sheriff's Office for arrest and booking info. Both offices handle records requests during regular business hours on weekdays.

State Resources for Monroe County

The Georgia Crime Information Center is the state's central hub for criminal history data. GCIC collects arrest records, court outcomes, and prison data from every county in Georgia. That includes Monroe County. You can get a criminal history check through the local sheriff or straight from GCIC. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-33, GCIC must collect and maintain complete records from all jurisdictions.

The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority links all 159 county clerk offices through shared tools. Monroe County uses these systems for e-filing and case management. The Georgia Sheriffs' Association lists contact details for every sheriff in the state, which is useful if you need to reach out to the Monroe County Sheriff or a nearby office.

Monroe County Record Access Rules

Most felony records in Monroe County are public. Anyone can request them. Court files, arrest records, and booking data are open under the Georgia Open Records Act. Agencies must respond within three business days.

Some records can be restricted. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, certain arrest records may be limited from public view if the case was not prosecuted. For arrests after July 1, 2013, contact the prosecuting attorney. For older arrests, apply at the arresting agency. The First Offender Act under O.C.G.A. § 42-8-62.1 lets some first-time offenders seal their records after finishing probation. Restricted Monroe County felony records still appear for law enforcement but not in public checks. Convictions remain public in nearly all cases across Georgia.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Monroe County. All maintain their own felony records through their Clerk of Superior Court.