Arrest Records in Glascock County
Glascock County arrest records are held at the Sheriff's Office in Gibson. This is one of the smallest counties in Georgia with only about 3,000 residents. Despite its small size, Glascock County maintains arrest records the same way every other Georgia county does. The sheriff runs the jail and keeps all booking data on file. You can search for Glascock County arrest records through the sheriff or through statewide databases managed by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.
Glascock County Quick Facts
Glascock County Sheriff's Office
Sheriff Jeremy Kelley runs the Glascock County Sheriff's Office. The mailing address is PO Box 7, Gibson, GA 30810. Call 706-598-2881 for arrest record inquiries. As one of the smallest counties in Georgia, the sheriff's office handles everything from patrol to records in a compact operation.
When someone is arrested in Glascock County, a booking record is created. It captures the person's name, date of birth, charges, and arresting officer. Bond details go in the file too. These arrest records are public under Georgia law. The small size of Glascock County means the sheriff likely knows most cases personally. Call first before visiting to make sure someone is available to help with your records request.
| Sheriff | Jeremy Kelley |
|---|---|
| Address | PO Box 7, Gibson, GA 30810 |
| Phone | 706-598-2881 |
Note: Glascock County is very small, so calling ahead is the best way to ensure the records clerk is on site when you visit.
Georgia State Records for Glascock County
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation operates the statewide criminal history system. All Glascock County arrests feed into the GCIC database. You can request a personal criminal history check at the sheriff's office for up to $15 under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37.
The Georgia Felon Search costs $15 per search and covers felony convictions from all 159 counties. The GDC offender search is free and shows state prison inmates. Both tools can return results tied to Glascock County cases if a conviction or prison sentence was involved.
The screenshot below shows the GDC homepage. The Georgia Department of Corrections manages the offender search database that covers inmates from all Georgia counties, including Glascock County.
The GDC site has the free offender search tool and information about inmate records that may be tied to Glascock County arrests.
How to Search Glascock County Arrest Records
Call 706-598-2881 to reach the Glascock County Sheriff's Office. Give them the name and approximate date of the arrest. Since the county is small, the records search should be straightforward. For copies, you may need to visit in person or send a letter.
You have the right to request records under the Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70). Put it in writing and send it to the sheriff's office. They must respond within three business days. Initial arrest reports are always public. No reason is needed for your request. Copy fees must be reasonable.
For state-level searches, the GBI criminal history FAQ page has all the details. You can also contact the GBI directly at (404) 244-2639. These resources cover records from Glascock County and every other county in Georgia.
Glascock County Arrest Record Restrictions
Georgia law allows some arrest records to be restricted from public view. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, charges that were dismissed or ended in acquittal can be sealed. The Glascock County Sheriff's Office processes these with prosecutor approval. Restricted records are hidden from the public.
Guilty verdicts cannot be restricted. Older arrests from before July 1, 2013 require a written request and fee of up to $50. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-38, getting records under false pretenses can result in fines up to $5,000 and prison time up to two years. Negligent sharing of records brings a $100 fine and up to 10 days in jail.
Note: Record restriction requests in Glascock County go through the same legal process as in larger counties.
What Glascock County Arrest Records Contain
An arrest record from Glascock County includes the booking details from the jail. The person's name, date of birth, and physical description are on file. All charges at the time of arrest are documented, along with the arresting officer and agency. Bond info and release conditions appear if set.
The state GCIC record adds a bigger picture. It pulls in arrest data from every Georgia county. A person with an arrest in Glascock County and another in Jefferson County will have both on their state record. The GCIC manages this system for all law enforcement in Georgia. Court dispositions are added as cases close.
A Glascock County arrest record typically contains:
- Full name and date of birth
- Charges at time of arrest
- Arrest date and arresting officer
- Bond amount if set
- Court disposition when available
More Glascock County Resources
The Georgia Sheriffs' Association directory lists all 159 county sheriffs. Use it to verify Glascock County's contact info. For parolee searches, the State Board of Pardons and Paroles has a free online tool where you can check the status of anyone released from state prison.
Cities in Glascock County
Gibson is the county seat and only real town in Glascock County. It is one of the smallest county seats in Georgia. All arrest records go through the Glascock County Sheriff's Office.
Nearby Counties
Glascock County is surrounded by several counties in central Georgia. Each has its own sheriff and arrest records.