Search Wilkinson County Felony Records

Felony records for Wilkinson County are stored at the Clerk of Superior Court in Irwinton. This central Georgia county has a population of about 8,700. The clerk maintains all criminal case documents from the Superior Court, and the sheriff keeps arrest and jail records. Searching for felony records in Wilkinson County can be done at the Irwinton courthouse, through a mail request, or by using Georgia's statewide online databases that cover all 159 counties in the state.

Wilkinson County Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of Superior Court is the official custodian of felony records in Wilkinson County. Every criminal case in the Superior Court gets filed at this office. Indictments, plea agreements, trial records, sentencing documents, and post-conviction motions are all stored here.

The clerk's office is at 100 E. Main Street, Irwinton, GA 31042. Bring a valid photo ID and the full name of the person you are searching. A case number or date of birth helps the staff find files faster. Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-71, the clerk must provide public records within three business days. Standard copies cost $0.10 per page. Certified copies are more expensive. Call (478) 946-2221 with questions about case files.

Wilkinson County has a small felony caseload. Requests are usually processed quickly. The clerk accepts both walk-in and mail requests. The office also provides certified copies needed for background checks and legal proceedings.

Wilkinson County Sheriff's Office

The Sheriff's Office manages arrest records and jail operations in Wilkinson County. Under O.C.G.A. § 42-4-7, the sheriff keeps records for everyone booked into the county jail. These records show the person's name, charges, arrest date, bond amount, and court assignment.

The sheriff is at 108 E. Main Street, Irwinton, GA 31042. Call (478) 946-7321 for arrest information or to check on someone in custody. Walk-in requests are taken during business hours. Criminal history checks cost up to $20 under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34.

The clerk and sheriff are just steps apart on Main Street in Irwinton. You can check both arrest records and court records in a single trip. Arrest records show what the person was charged with. Court records show the outcome of the case.

Online Search Options

Wilkinson County does not operate its own online case search portal. Statewide tools cover Wilkinson County felony records though.

The GDC Offender Query is free. It shows current and former Georgia state prison inmates. If a Wilkinson County felony resulted in prison time, the offender shows up here. Search by name or GDC ID number. Results include charges, sentence length, and facility.

The Georgia Felon Search costs $15 per name and checks the GCIC database for felony convictions statewide. Provide the full name, date of birth, and sex. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-35, fingerprints are not required. Results are instant.

The GSCCCA connects all 159 county clerk offices in Georgia. Case index data from Wilkinson County may be available through this shared portal. This system helps with cross-county searches.

The GBI website shown above provides access to criminal history search tools and information about record requests that cover Wilkinson County.

Record Access and Restrictions

Wilkinson County felony records are public under the Georgia Open Records Act. Court documents, arrest data, and conviction records are accessible to anyone. Agencies must respond within three business days.

Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, arrest records can be restricted if charges were dropped or the person was acquitted. For arrests after July 1, 2013, restrictions may be automatic. Older records need a formal application. The First Offender Act, O.C.G.A. § 42-8-62.1, allows some first-time offenders to seal records after completing their sentence. Serious violent felonies per O.C.G.A. § 17-10-6.1 cannot be sealed. Most Wilkinson County felony convictions remain on the public record.

State Resources

The GCIC collects criminal data from all Georgia counties including Wilkinson. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-33, it maintains complete records. Request checks through the sheriff or GCIC directly.

The State Board of Pardons and Paroles tracks parole for Wilkinson County offenders. The GBI Open Records Request Portal accepts formal criminal history requests.

Fees

Standard copies are $0.10 per page. Certified copies cost about $2.50 for the first page plus $0.50 each. 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 return envelope.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Wilkinson County in central Georgia. Each maintains its own felony record system.