Find Paulding County Felony Records

Paulding County felony records are maintained by the Clerk of Superior Court and the Sheriff's Office in Dallas. With a population of about 189,000, Paulding is one of the largest and fastest-growing counties in northwest metro Atlanta. The Paulding Judicial Circuit handles all felony cases here. The clerk stores court filings and case documents, while the sheriff manages arrest records and jail bookings. You can search these records at the Dallas courthouse in person, by phone, through the mail, or using statewide online databases.

Paulding County Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of Superior Court handles all felony case records in Paulding County. Every criminal filing moves through this office. Indictments, plea agreements, sentencing orders, and final dispositions are kept here. The clerk maintains both paper files and digital records for cases heard in the Paulding County Superior Court.

Visit the courthouse at 280 Constitution Boulevard, Dallas, GA 30132 for in-person searches. Bring a valid photo ID and the name of the person whose record you need. A date of birth or case number will speed up the search. Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, copies are $0.10 per page. Certified copies cost more. Call (770) 443-7570 with questions. Because Paulding County has grown so fast, the clerk's office handles a large volume of filings. Expect some wait during busy hours.

Paulding County has its own judicial circuit, so it does not share judges with other counties. This means all felony matters for the county are heard right at the Dallas courthouse. The clerk's records are complete for all local cases.

Paulding County Sheriff's Office

The Paulding County Sheriff's Office handles arrest records and jail operations. Under O.C.G.A. § 42-4-7, the sheriff must log every person booked into the county jail. Records include the person's name, charges, booking date, and the court that issued the warrant. These records are public.

The sheriff's office is at 138 Industrial Way N, Dallas, GA 30132. Call (770) 443-3010 for arrest or inmate information. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34, the sheriff can charge up to $20 for a criminal history check. With Paulding County's growth, the jail processes a high number of bookings. The sheriff's office staff can be busy, so calling ahead is a good idea.

The GDC Offender Search portal shown above is free and can be used to find state prison inmates from Paulding County and all other Georgia counties.

Online Felony Record Searches

Multiple online tools cover Paulding County felony records. State databases are the fastest way to search from home.

The GDC Offender Query is free. It shows current and past state prison inmates. Anyone from Paulding County who received a felony prison sentence will appear in this database. Search by name, GDC ID, or physical traits. Results include charges, sentence length, facility assignment, and release dates.

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

The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority runs a shared platform linking all county clerk offices. Paulding County participates in this system for e-filing and case tracking. Some records can be searched on the GSCCCA website, though full criminal case lookups may need a paid account.

Record Access Rules

Felony records in Paulding County are mostly public. Court files, arrest records, and booking data are open under the Georgia Open Records Act. Agencies must respond to requests within three business days.

Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, some arrest records can be restricted if charges were never filed. For arrests after July 1, 2013, the district attorney handles restriction requests. Older cases go through the arresting agency. Restricted records still show for law enforcement but not in public searches. First-time offenders may seal records under the First Offender Act (O.C.G.A. § 42-8-62.1) after completing probation. Violent felonies per O.C.G.A. § 17-3-2.1 require a seven-year wait before any restriction is possible.

State Resources for Paulding County

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

The State Board of Pardons and Paroles manages parole data for people convicted in Paulding County. The board also handles pardon applications. Note that state databases may not include the very latest filings from the Paulding County Superior Court. For the most current case details, contact the clerk's office.

Cities in Paulding County

Paulding County includes Dallas, Hiram, and Braswell. All felony cases from these cities are processed through the Paulding County Superior Court in Dallas. Douglasville in neighboring Douglas County is nearby but falls under a different court system. No cities within Paulding County itself meet the population threshold for their own page.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Paulding County. Each one has its own courthouse and felony record system.