Gordon County Arrest Records
Gordon County arrest records are stored at the Sheriff's Office in Calhoun, the county seat. About 57,000 people live in this northwest Georgia county. The sheriff runs the county jail and keeps all booking records available for public access. You can search Gordon County arrest records by contacting the sheriff directly or by using Georgia's statewide criminal history databases. This page walks through every method to find and request arrest records in Gordon County.
Gordon County Quick Facts
Gordon County Sheriff's Office Records
Sheriff Mitch Ralston leads the Gordon County Sheriff's Office at 2700 US Hwy 41 NW, Calhoun, GA 30701. Call 706-629-1244 for questions about arrest records. The sheriff's office is the main source for all arrest records in the county.
Every arrest in Gordon County produces a booking record. This record captures the person's name, date of birth, charges, the date of arrest, and the arresting officer. Bond amounts are also listed. These arrest records are public under Georgia law and anyone can request copies. The sheriff's office takes requests by phone, in person, and by mail. Copy fees may apply.
Gordon County sits along Interstate 75, which means the sheriff handles arrests from both local residents and people traveling through the area. This can affect the volume of records at the office. If you need a specific arrest record from Gordon County, having the full name and an approximate date will help the staff find it faster.
| Sheriff | Mitch Ralston |
|---|---|
| Address | 2700 US Hwy 41 NW, Calhoun, GA 30701 |
| Phone | 706-629-1244 |
Note: Gordon County is along a major interstate corridor, which may lead to higher arrest volumes than other counties of similar size.
Georgia State Records for Gordon County
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation runs the statewide criminal history system that includes Gordon County. Every arrest is reported to the GCIC database. You can get 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 and checks felony convictions statewide. The GDC offender search is free and covers state prison inmates. Both tools can show results from Gordon County cases that ended in felony convictions or state prison sentences.
The screenshot below shows the Sheriffs By County directory from the Georgia Sheriffs' Association, where you can look up the Gordon County Sheriff's contact info along with all other county sheriffs.
The Georgia Sheriffs' Association directory keeps current contact details for all 159 county sheriffs, including Gordon County.
How to Search Gordon County Arrest Records
Call 706-629-1244 to reach the Gordon County Sheriff's Office. Ask the records division about the arrest you are looking for. Have the name and date ready. For copies, you may need to visit the office at 2700 US Hwy 41 NW in Calhoun or submit a written request.
The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70) gives you the right to request arrest records from Gordon County. Put it in writing. The office must respond within three business days. Initial arrest reports are always available to anyone. You do not need a reason. Other investigation records may be held back during an active case.
For state searches, visit the GBI criminal history FAQ page for step-by-step instructions. You can also call the GBI at (404) 244-2639 for help with records from Gordon County or any other Georgia county.
Note: Written requests under the Open Records Act tend to get processed faster than phone calls in Gordon County.
Gordon County Record Restrictions
Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, certain arrest records in Gordon County can be sealed. Charges that ended in dismissal, no prosecution, or acquittal qualify. The sheriff and district attorney handle these requests together. Once restricted, only courts and law enforcement can see the record.
Convictions cannot be restricted. Pre-2013 arrests need a written request and fee of up to $50. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-38, using false pretenses to get records is a crime with fines up to $5,000 and up to two years in prison.
What Gordon County Arrest Records Show
Gordon County arrest records have the standard booking data. The person's full name, date of birth, and physical description are on file. Charges, arrest date, arresting officer, and bond information are documented. Court outcomes get added after the case is resolved.
A Gordon County arrest record usually lists:
- Full name and date of birth
- Charges at time of booking
- Arrest date and arresting officer
- Bond amount and conditions
- Court disposition if available
The GCIC state record combines data from all Georgia counties. A person arrested in Gordon County and also in Whitfield County will have both on one state report. The GCIC maintains this system for law enforcement across the state.
Cities in Gordon County
Calhoun is the county seat and main city in Gordon County. Fairmount and Plainville are also in the county. All arrest records go through the Gordon County Sheriff's Office. No cities in Gordon County meet the population threshold for separate pages.
Nearby Counties
Gordon County borders several counties in northwest Georgia. Each has its own sheriff and arrest records system.