Search Brooks County Arrest Records
Brooks County arrest records are maintained at the sheriff's office in Quitman, Georgia. This southern Georgia county near the Florida border has about 16,000 people. The sheriff's office keeps records on all arrests, jail bookings, and inmate information. To search for arrest records in Brooks County, start with a call to the sheriff's office. You can ask about recent bookings, look up past arrests, or find out if someone is in the county jail. Arrest data from Brooks County also appears in state databases run by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.
Brooks County Quick Facts
Brooks County Sheriff Arrest Records
Sheriff Mike Dewey heads the Brooks County Sheriff's Office at 1004 Holloway Drive, Quitman, GA 31643. Call 229-263-9323 for arrest record requests. The sheriff's office handles all arrest records, jail bookings, and law enforcement for Brooks County. Deputies patrol the area and the jail processes all people taken into custody.
To request arrest record information from Brooks County, provide the person's full name and date of birth when you call. Staff can look up inmates, recent bookings, and older arrest records. If you want copies, you may need to visit the Quitman office or mail a written request. Include your name, phone number, and the details of what you need. The Brooks County Sheriff's Office processes requests during standard business hours Monday through Friday.
| Sheriff | Mike Dewey |
|---|---|
| Address | 1004 Holloway Drive, Quitman, GA 31643 |
| Phone | 229-263-9323 |
Finding Arrest Records in Brooks County
The sheriff's office in Quitman is the first place to check. A phone call gets you basic arrest information quickly. For formal copies, go in person or mail your request.
At the state level, the Georgia Crime Information Center holds criminal history data from all 159 Georgia counties. This includes arrest records from Brooks County. You can request your own criminal history under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37 for up to $15. The GBI FAQ page explains how to make the request through a local agency or the GCIC in Decatur. The Georgia Felon Search is also available at $15 per query for felony convictions only.
The GCIC page describes the statewide criminal justice network that connects agencies across Georgia, including the Brooks County Sheriff's Office.
Brooks County Jail Booking Records
All arrests in Brooks County lead to a booking at the county jail. The booking process creates a record of charges, personal information, a photo, and bond details. Call 229-263-9323 to check on current jail inmates in Brooks County.
For inmates who have been sentenced to state prison, the GDC offender search is available. You can search by name, GDC ID, or case number. The Georgia Department of Corrections does not guarantee accuracy, so verify details by writing to Inmate Records at PO Box 1529, Forsyth, GA 31029. People still held at the Brooks County jail are not in the GDC system. The State Board of Pardons and Paroles runs a parolee search for people who have been released from prison on supervision.
Note: Bond amounts at the Brooks County jail are set during the booking process and may vary based on the charges.
Arrest Record Access in Brooks County
The Georgia Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 provides public access to arrest records. Initial arrest reports from the Brooks County Sheriff's Office must be released upon request. You do not need to state a reason. Violations of the Open Records Act bring fines up to $1,000 for a first offense and $2,500 for repeat violations within 12 months under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-74.
Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-38, falsely requesting criminal history records carries fines up to $5,000 and up to two years in prison. Record restriction is available for qualifying cases in Brooks County under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37. If arrest charges were dropped, dismissed, or never presented to a grand jury, the person can apply to have the record sealed. The prosecutor must approve it. Guilty dispositions cannot be restricted anywhere in Georgia.
State Resources for Brooks County
The GBI is the main state agency for criminal history in Georgia. Contact them at (404) 244-2639 or email gacriminalhistory@gbi.state.ga.us. The Georgia Sheriffs' Association lists contact info for all 159 sheriffs, including Brooks County. The GBI also manages the sex offender registry and the GBI Payment Portal for record service fees.
The Georgia Sheriffs' Association represents all 159 county sheriffs and provides a public directory for finding the right contact in any county.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Brooks County near the Georgia-Florida line.