Search Smyrna Arrest Records
Smyrna arrest records come from the Smyrna Police Department and the Cobb County Sheriff's Office. With a population near 57,000, Smyrna is one of the bigger cities in Cobb County. The police department handles arrests within city limits and keeps its own booking records. Cobb County also maintains arrest data through the sheriff's office and county jail. You can search for Smyrna arrest records through the city police, the county, or through statewide databases managed by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. Each source holds different pieces of the record, so it helps to know where to look first.
Smyrna Quick Facts
Smyrna Police Department Records
The Smyrna Police Department is at 2641 Atlanta Road SE, Smyrna, GA 30080. Call 770-434-6666 for non-emergency questions. This is the main law enforcement agency for the city. Officers make arrests, write reports, and book people into custody. Every arrest in Smyrna by city police creates a record that stays on file with the department.
To get arrest records from the Smyrna Police Department, you can call or visit in person. Give staff the full name and date of birth of the person you are looking for. They can pull up recent bookings and past arrest records tied to Smyrna cases. Walk-in requests work during regular hours. Bring a photo ID. Written requests also work if you prefer not to go in person. The Smyrna city website has contact details and more on public safety services.
| Department | Smyrna Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 2641 Atlanta Rd SE, Smyrna, GA 30080 |
| Phone | 770-434-6666 |
| Website | smyrnaga.gov |
Note: People arrested in Smyrna are often booked into the Cobb County Adult Detention Center, so check county records too.
Cobb County Arrest Records for Smyrna
Smyrna is in Cobb County. The Cobb County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail and processes bookings for arrests made throughout the county. When Smyrna police arrest someone, the person is typically taken to the Cobb County Adult Detention Center for booking. This means the county has its own record of the arrest even though the Smyrna Police Department made it.
Cobb County is one of the largest counties in Georgia with more than 750,000 people. The sheriff's office handles a high volume of arrests and bookings. Records from the county cover not just Smyrna but all the cities and unincorporated areas within Cobb County. If you are not sure which agency made the arrest in Smyrna, checking the county records is a good place to start since they receive booking data from all local police departments in the area.
Cobb County police also patrol parts of Smyrna in some cases. Those arrests go through the county system, not the city. It is worth checking both sources to get a full picture of arrest records tied to the Smyrna area.
State Arrest Record Resources
The Georgia Crime Information Center keeps arrest records from every county and city in the state. Arrests from Smyrna are in this system. The GCIC is part of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. It runs the statewide Criminal Justice Information System network that connects law enforcement agencies across Georgia. Data from Smyrna flows into this central database each month.
Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, any person can request to inspect their own criminal history record for a fee of up to $15. This record includes arrests from Smyrna and every other jurisdiction in Georgia. If you find wrong information, you have 60 days to ask for a correction. Visit the GBI website to learn more about criminal history checks for Smyrna arrest records.
The GBI homepage provides links to criminal history services, the GCIC, and other tools for searching arrest records tied to Smyrna and the rest of Georgia.
How to Search Smyrna Arrest Records
There are a few ways to search for arrest records in Smyrna. The fastest option is to call the Smyrna Police Department at 770-434-6666. Ask about current cases or past bookings. For state-level records, the GBI handles criminal history checks. The GCIC lobby office in Decatur takes in-person requests by appointment only. Call (404) 244-2639 and press option 1 to set a time. Same-day visits are not accepted.
You can also send a written request by mail to CCH/Identification Services, P.O. Box 370808, Decatur, Georgia 30037. The Georgia Department of Corrections offender search works for people who ended up in state prison after a Smyrna arrest. Search by name or GDC ID number. This tool only shows inmates in state facilities. People held at the Cobb County jail will not appear in the GDC system.
Smyrna Arrest Record Laws
Georgia's Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 gives the public the right to access arrest records. Initial arrest reports must be released. This applies to records at the Smyrna Police Department. Pending investigations can be withheld, but the first report is always public.
Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-38, requesting criminal history records under false pretenses can bring fines up to $5,000 and up to two years in prison. Even careless sharing of arrest data carries penalties. If an arrest in Smyrna led to a dismissal or nolle prosequi, that charge can be restricted from public view under Georgia law. Only law enforcement can access restricted records. Guilty verdicts are never eligible for restriction.
The Georgia Felon Search costs $15 per check. It covers felony convictions only. Misdemeanor arrests from Smyrna will not show. The Georgia Sheriffs' Association directory can help you find the Cobb County Sheriff's contact info for arrest record questions.
Cobb County Arrest Records
Smyrna is in Cobb County. All bookings processed through the county jail are on file with the Cobb County Sheriff's Office. For more on the county system, jail details, and related resources, visit the Cobb County arrest records page.
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