Walton County Felony Records

Felony records in Walton County are maintained by the Clerk of Superior Court and the Sheriff's Office in Monroe. This fast-growing county east of Atlanta has a population of approximately 110,000 people. The clerk manages all criminal case documents filed through the Walton County Superior Court, and the sheriff handles arrest records along with jail operations. You can search for felony records at the Monroe courthouse, submit a written request, or use statewide online tools that include Walton County data.

Walton County Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of Superior Court is the main custodian of felony records in Walton County. All criminal cases heard in the Walton County Superior Court pass through this office. Grand jury indictments, plea deals, trial verdicts, sentencing orders, and post-conviction motions are filed and stored here.

The clerk's office is at 303 S. Hammond Drive, Monroe, GA 30655. Walk in with a valid photo ID and the full name of the person whose record you need. A date of birth or case number helps the search go faster. Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-71, public records must be made available within three business days. Standard copies are $0.10 per page. Certified copies cost more. Call (770) 267-1307 to check on specific cases or ask about fees.

Walton County is part of the Alcovy Judicial Circuit. It shares this circuit with Newton County. The volume of felony cases in Walton County has grown along with its population. Staff at the clerk's office can help locate specific documents if you have enough identifying details about the case or defendant.

Walton County Sheriff's Office

The Walton County Sheriff's Office manages arrest records and runs the county jail. Under O.C.G.A. § 42-4-7, the sheriff must keep records of everyone booked into custody. These records include the person's name, charges, booking date, bond amount, and which court has jurisdiction.

The sheriff's office is at 2400 S. Madison Avenue, Monroe, GA 30655. Call (770) 267-1337 for information about recent felony arrests or to check on an inmate's status. Walk-in requests for arrest records are accepted during business hours. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34, the sheriff can charge up to $20 for criminal history checks.

The Walton County government website shown above provides information about county services and office locations.

Arrest records from the sheriff and court records from the clerk are maintained separately. For a complete view of a felony case, check both the sheriff's booking data and the clerk's case file.

Online Search Options

Statewide databases are the best way to search Walton County felony records online without visiting the courthouse.

The GDC Offender Query is free. It covers all current and past Georgia state prison inmates. If someone from Walton County received a prison sentence for a felony, they appear in this system. Search by name or GDC ID. Results include charges, sentence length, and facility assignment.

The Georgia Felon Search costs $15 per lookup. It searches the GCIC database for felony convictions statewide. You need the full name, date of birth, and sex. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-35, fingerprints are not required. Results are instant. Given Walton County's larger population, this database can provide thorough coverage of local felony convictions.

The GSCCCA connects all 159 county clerk offices. Case index data from Walton County may be available through this shared system. It is helpful for cross-county searches.

Record Restrictions

Walton County felony records are public under the Georgia Open Records Act. Court files, arrest data, and conviction records can be requested by anyone. But some exceptions exist.

O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37 allows arrest record restrictions when charges are dropped or end in acquittal. After July 1, 2013, the prosecutor may restrict these automatically. Older cases need a formal application. Under O.C.G.A. § 42-8-62.1, first-time offenders may seal records after completing their sentence. Violent felonies listed in O.C.G.A. § 17-10-6.1 cannot be sealed. Most Walton County felony convictions are permanent public records.

State Agency Resources

The GCIC collects criminal history data from all 159 counties. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-33, it maintains complete records. Request checks through the Walton County Sheriff or directly from GCIC.

The State Board of Pardons and Paroles tracks parole status for offenders from Walton County. The GBI Open Records Request Portal handles formal criminal history requests covering Walton County.

Fees

Standard copies are $0.10 per page. Certified copies cost about $2.50 for the first page and $0.50 after. Georgia Felon Search is $15. GBI checks are $20. Sheriff checks run up to $20. The GDC Offender Query is free. Mail requests should include payment and a self-addressed stamped envelope.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Walton County. Each maintains its own court system and felony record offices.