Quitman County Felony Record Search

Quitman County felony records are held by the Clerk of Superior Court and the Sheriff's Office in Georgetown. This is one of the smallest counties in Georgia, with a population of just about 2,300 people. It sits in the Pataula Judicial Circuit along the Alabama border in southwest Georgia. The clerk stores all court filings, and the sheriff manages arrest and jail records. You can search felony records at the Georgetown courthouse, by calling the clerk, sending a mail request, or using state databases online.

Quitman County Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of Superior Court is the main record keeper for felony cases in Quitman County. All criminal filings pass through this office. Indictments, plea agreements, sentencing orders, and final case dispositions are stored here. Because the county is so small, the volume of felony cases is low compared to most Georgia counties.

Visit the courthouse at 111 Main Street, Georgetown, GA 39854 to search records in person. Bring a valid ID and the full name of the person whose record you need. A date of birth or case number makes the search easier. Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, copies cost $0.10 per page. Certified copies are more. Call (229) 334-9727 with questions. In a county this small, the clerk's office rarely has a wait. Staff may be able to help you on the spot.

The Pataula Judicial Circuit covers Quitman, Clay, Early, and Randolph counties. Judges and prosecutors rotate among all four courthouses. Because these are all small rural counties, court sessions may not happen every week. Check with the clerk about when the next Superior Court session is scheduled if you plan to attend a hearing.

Quitman County Sheriff's Office

The Quitman County Sheriff's Office handles arrest records and jail operations. Under O.C.G.A. § 42-4-7, the sheriff must log every person held in custody. Records include the person's name, charges, booking date, and the issuing court. These records are public.

The sheriff's office is at 1000 Court Street, Georgetown, GA 39854. Call (229) 334-9321 for inmate information or arrest record requests. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34, the agency can charge up to $20 for a criminal history check. With such a small population, the sheriff's office handles far fewer cases than metro counties. But the same state laws and procedures apply.

The GBI record restrictions page shown above explains the rules for restricting criminal history records in Georgia. These rules apply to Quitman County records the same as every other county.

Searching Quitman County Felony Records Online

State online databases are the best way to check Quitman County felony records without driving to Georgetown.

The GDC Offender Query is free. It shows all current and former state prison inmates. If someone from Quitman County was sentenced to prison, they will show up here. Search by name, GDC ID, or physical description. Results list charges, sentence length, facility, and estimated release dates. Given the small population, there will not be many results for Quitman County specifically.

The Georgia Felon Search costs $15 per lookup. It pulls from the GCIC database and covers felony convictions statewide. You need the person's full name, date of birth, and sex. Results are instant. The fee applies even when no record turns up. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-35, this data can be released without fingerprints.

The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority connects all county clerk offices. Quitman County is part of this shared system. Some records may be searchable on the GSCCCA site, but criminal case lookups might need a paid account or in-person visit.

Record Access and Georgia Law

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

Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, arrest records can be restricted if the case was never prosecuted. 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 the public. The First Offender Act (O.C.G.A. § 42-8-62.1) lets first-time offenders seal records after completing their sentence. Violent felonies under O.C.G.A. § 17-3-2.1 carry a seven-year wait before restriction.

Because Quitman County has so few residents, a small number of felony convictions exist in the local records. State databases may be more useful for broader searches.

State Resources

The Georgia Crime Information Center gathers criminal history data from all 159 Georgia counties. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-33, GCIC keeps complete records. Background checks can be done through the sheriff or GCIC.

The State Board of Pardons and Paroles tracks parole information for people convicted in Quitman County. The board also handles pardon applications. State databases may not include the very latest filings from the Quitman County Superior Court.

Cities in Quitman County

Quitman County includes Georgetown. With only about 2,300 residents in the entire county, it is one of the least populated counties in Georgia. All felony cases go through the Quitman County Superior Court. No cities in Quitman County meet the population threshold for their own page.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Quitman County. Each keeps its own felony records.