Houston County Arrest Records
Houston County arrest records are filed through the sheriff's office in central Georgia. With about 163,000 residents, Houston County is one of the more populated counties in the middle part of the state. Warner Robins is the biggest city in the county and is home to Robins Air Force Base. The county seat is Perry. Arrest records here cover all bookings, criminal charges, and custody details handled by the Houston County Sheriff's Office. State-level databases at the GBI also hold arrest data from Houston County. This page explains how to find and access those records.
Houston County Quick Facts
Houston County Sheriff Arrest Data
Sheriff Matt Moulton heads the Houston County Sheriff's Office at 202 Carl Vinson Pkwy, Warner Robins, GA 31088. Call 478-542-2125. The sheriff's office is the primary keeper of arrest records in Houston County. Deputies patrol the area and make arrests for a range of offenses. Each arrest creates a booking record at the county jail. The record includes the person's name, charges, date of arrest, and a mugshot.
Houston County covers a large area with both urban and rural sections. Warner Robins makes up a big chunk of the population. The sheriff's office handles records for the entire county. When you need to check on an arrest, call and provide the person's full name and date of birth. Staff can tell you if the person is being held at the Houston County jail and what charges they face. Walk-in requests at the Warner Robins office are taken during regular business hours.
The office also handles records by mail. Send your request with as much detail as you have about the arrest. The sheriff's office feeds all Houston County arrest data to the GCIC statewide system, so these records also exist in the state database.
| Sheriff | Matt Moulton |
|---|---|
| Address | 202 Carl Vinson Pkwy, Warner Robins, GA 31088 |
| Phone | 478-542-2125 |
Georgia State Records for Houston County
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation keeps a central criminal history database through the Georgia Crime Information Center. Every Houston County arrest gets reported to this system. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, you can request your own criminal history record for a fee of up to $15. That record shows arrests from Houston County and all other Georgia counties.
The GBI criminal history FAQ walks you through the process. You can get your record from the local sheriff or through the GCIC directly. Mail requests go to P.O. Box 370808, Decatur, Georgia 30037. Allow 5 to 10 business days for a response.
The GBI site is the gateway to criminal history services, payment portals, and other resources for Houston County arrest record searches.
Note: For in-person record inspections at the GCIC office in Decatur, you must schedule an appointment by calling (404) 244-2639.
Houston County Criminal Search Tools
The Georgia Department of Corrections offender search covers inmates in state prisons. If someone was arrested in Houston County and later sent to a state facility, you can look them up by name or GDC ID. The database only shows state inmates. People held at the Houston County jail are not included. Always verify GDC results by writing to Inmate Records at PO Box 1529, Forsyth, GA 31029.
The Georgia Felon Search lets you check for felony convictions. It costs $15 per search. You need a name, date of birth, and sex. This tool covers felony convictions only. Misdemeanor arrests from Houston County do not show. Sealed records are excluded. The search is name-based, so fingerprint comparison is needed for an exact match.
The Georgia Sheriffs' Association directory lists contact information for Sheriff Moulton and every other county sheriff in Georgia.
Arrest Record Laws for Houston County
Georgia's Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 gives the public access to arrest records. Initial arrest reports must be released. This applies to everything at the Houston County Sheriff's Office. Pending investigation files may be kept back, but the basic arrest report is always public.
O.C.G.A. § 35-3-38 makes it illegal to get criminal history records under false pretenses. The fine is up to $5,000 with up to two years in prison. Even careless disclosure carries penalties. Record restriction is available for dismissed charges and other qualifying outcomes in Houston County. Guilty results can never be restricted. For arrests before July 1, 2013, the restriction fee is up to $50.
Cities in Houston County
Warner Robins is the largest city in Houston County. Arrest records for city residents may go through both the Houston County Sheriff's Office and the Warner Robins Police Department.
Nearby Counties
Houston County sits in central Georgia. These counties are nearby. Verify where the arrest happened before making a request.