Bartow County Arrest Records
Bartow County arrest records are held by the sheriff's office in Cartersville, Georgia. This northwest Georgia county has a population of about 108,000 and is part of the greater Atlanta metro area. The sheriff's office keeps records of all arrests, jail bookings, and inmate information in Bartow County. Whether you need to find someone who was recently arrested or look up an older case, the sheriff's office is the first place to contact. State databases from the GBI also contain Bartow County arrest data. This guide covers how to access those records.
Bartow County Quick Facts
Bartow County Sheriff Arrest Records
Sheriff Clark Millsap runs the Bartow County Sheriff's Office from 104 Zena Drive, Cartersville, GA 30121. The phone number is 770-382-5050. His office manages all arrest records, the county jail, and law enforcement operations across Bartow County. With over 100,000 residents, this is one of the larger counties in the region.
The Bartow County Sheriff's Office processes a significant number of arrests each year. Every booking at the jail creates a record that includes the person's name, charges, date of arrest, and personal identifying information. Call the office to check on current inmates or ask about a past arrest. You can visit in person at the Cartersville address for more detailed requests. Bring ID and the person's name and date of birth when you go. Written requests can be sent to 104 Zena Drive, Cartersville, GA 30121. The office staff handles arrest record requests during business hours throughout the week.
| Sheriff | Clark Millsap |
|---|---|
| Address | 104 Zena Drive, Cartersville, GA 30121 |
| Phone | 770-382-5050 |
How to Search Bartow County Records
Calling the sheriff's office is the quickest path for Bartow County arrest records. Phone staff can look up basic information while you wait. For copies or detailed records, visit the office in Cartersville. You can also send a written request by mail.
State databases are a second option. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation runs the central criminal history system through the Georgia Crime Information Center. All arrest data from Bartow County flows into this system. You can request your own record under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37 for up to $15. The GBI FAQ page has step-by-step instructions. The Georgia Felon Search covers felony convictions for $15 per query but does not include misdemeanor arrests from Bartow County.
The FAQ page answers questions about record access, record restriction, and attorney requests for criminal history information.
Bartow County Jail Booking Info
The Bartow County jail is a busy facility. All arrests in the county lead to a booking here. The booking record includes charges, a photo, personal details, and bond information. Call 770-382-5050 to find out if someone is currently held at the Bartow County jail.
Inmates who have been sentenced and transferred to state prison can be found through the Georgia Department of Corrections offender search. This tool lets you search by name, GDC ID, or case number. The GDC warns that their data may not be fully accurate. Verify important details by writing to Inmate Records at PO Box 1529, Forsyth, GA 31029. People still in the Bartow County jail are not in the GDC system.
Note: Bond amounts can change, so call the jail to confirm current bail information for anyone held in Bartow County.
Georgia Arrest Record Laws in Bartow
Georgia's Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 makes arrest records available to the public. Initial arrest reports from the Bartow County Sheriff's Office are not exempt. Anyone can request them. Pending investigation files may be held back, but the initial report is always open for public viewing.
Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-38, it is a crime to request criminal history records under false pretenses. Fines reach up to $5,000 with up to two years in prison. Negligent disclosure carries a $100 fine and up to 10 days. Record restriction is possible under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37. If charges in Bartow County were dismissed or never brought to a grand jury, the person can apply to have the arrest record sealed. The local prosecutor must approve the request. Guilty dispositions are never eligible for restriction anywhere in Georgia.
Cities in Bartow County
Cartersville is the county seat and largest city in Bartow County. Arrest records for people in Cartersville go through the Bartow County Sheriff's Office and the Cartersville Police Department. The Georgia Sheriffs' Association can help you find the right contact for arrests that happened in Bartow County.
Other communities in Bartow County include Adairsville, White, Kingston, and Emerson. All arrests in these areas are processed through the Bartow County jail.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Bartow County in northwest Georgia.