Find Bulloch County Arrest Records
Bulloch County arrest records are kept by the sheriff's office in Statesboro, Georgia. With about 81,000 residents, Bulloch County is a mid-size county in southeast Georgia. It is home to Georgia Southern University, which adds to the local population and activity level. The sheriff's office manages all arrests, booking records, and the county jail. If you need to look up an arrest record for someone in Bulloch County, contact the sheriff's office. You can also use state databases at the GBI for statewide searches that include Bulloch County data.
Bulloch County Quick Facts
Bulloch County Sheriff Arrest Records
Sheriff Noel Brown oversees the Bulloch County Sheriff's Office at 17257 US Hwy 301 N, Statesboro, GA 30458. Call 912-764-8888 for arrest record questions. The office is responsible for all law enforcement in the unincorporated parts of the county and runs the county jail. Bulloch County sees a steady number of arrests, in part because of the university and surrounding community.
To check on an arrest record in Bulloch County, call the sheriff's office and provide the person's name and date of birth. Staff can look up current inmates, recent bookings, and historical arrest data. You can also visit the office on US 301 in person during business hours. Bring valid ID if you need copies of records. Written requests are accepted by mail at 17257 US Hwy 301 N, Statesboro, GA 30458. The Bulloch County Sheriff's Office handles these requests on weekdays.
With a population of 81,000, Bulloch County processes more arrest records than many smaller Georgia counties. The sheriff's office staff are used to handling public requests.
| Sheriff | Noel Brown |
|---|---|
| Address | 17257 US Hwy 301 N, Statesboro, GA 30458 |
| Phone | 912-764-8888 |
How to Search Bulloch County Records
Call 912-764-8888 to start your search. The staff can check booking records and tell you about current inmates at the Bulloch County jail. For detailed records or copies, plan to visit the office in Statesboro or send a written request by mail.
The Georgia Crime Information Center at the GBI holds arrest data from all 159 counties. Bulloch County arrest records are part of this statewide system. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, you can request your own criminal history for up to $15. Contact a local law enforcement agency or the GCIC in Decatur at (404) 244-2639 to get started. The GBI FAQ page lays out the full process.
The Georgia Felon Search is a separate tool for felony convictions. It costs $15 per search and does not include misdemeanor arrest data from Bulloch County. Only felony convictions are returned.
This search is name-based. An exact match can only be confirmed with a fingerprint check at the state level.
Bulloch County Jail Booking Data
The Bulloch County jail processes a high volume of bookings. Each arrest leads to a record with the name, charges, mugshot, and bond information. The jail is managed by the sheriff's office. Call 912-764-8888 to ask about someone currently held at the Bulloch County jail.
If an inmate from Bulloch County has been transferred to a state prison, the GDC offender search can help you find them. Search by name or GDC ID number. The Georgia Department of Corrections does not guarantee data accuracy. Verify important details by writing to Inmate Records at PO Box 1529, Forsyth, GA 31029. The parolee search from the State Board of Pardons and Paroles covers people released on supervision from state custody.
Note: The GDC database does not include inmates still held at the Bulloch County jail awaiting trial or sentencing.
Georgia Arrest Record Laws in Bulloch
The Georgia Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 makes arrest records from the Bulloch County Sheriff's Office public. Initial arrest reports are not exempt. Anyone can request them. You do not have to be part of the case or give a reason for your request.
Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-38, getting criminal history records from Bulloch County or any Georgia agency under false pretenses is a crime. Penalties include fines up to $5,000 and up to two years in prison. Even negligent disclosure carries a $100 fine and 10 days in jail. Record restriction under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37 allows qualifying arrest records to be sealed. The charges must have been dismissed, dead docketed, or not prosecuted. The prosecutor in Bulloch County reviews each request. Guilty results do not qualify for restriction.
Cities in Bulloch County
Statesboro is the county seat and the main city in Bulloch County. All arrest records for Statesboro residents are processed through the Bulloch County Sheriff's Office or the Statesboro Police Department. The Georgia Sheriffs' Association directory can confirm contact info for the Bulloch County office.
Other communities in Bulloch County include Brooklet, Portal, and Register. Arrests in these areas go through the Bulloch County Sheriff's Office.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Bulloch County in southeast Georgia.