Lamar County Arrest Records

Lamar County arrest records are managed by the sheriff's office in Barnesville, Georgia. If you need to find arrest data or check on a booking in this county, the sheriff is the first place to call. Records cover charges, dates, and personal details for anyone processed through the Lamar County jail. The county has around 19,000 residents and sits in central Georgia between Macon and Atlanta. You can search for arrest records through the local office or by using statewide databases that pull from Lamar County law enforcement systems.

Lamar County Sheriff's Office Records

Sheriff Brad White leads the Lamar County Sheriff's Office. This is the main source for arrest records in the county. The office handles all bookings, jail operations, and records requests. When someone is arrested in Lamar County, the details go into the sheriff's system before being sent to state databases. Staff at the office can help you find what you need if you have the right details.

The sheriff's office is at 121 Roberta Drive, Barnesville, GA 30204. Call 770-358-5159 to ask about a current inmate or to check on an arrest record. You can also walk in during normal business hours. Bring a valid ID and the full name of the person you want to look up. Date of birth helps too. For older Lamar County arrest records, a written request may be needed. The time it takes to get a response depends on how far back the record goes and how busy the office is at the time.

State Databases for Lamar County Arrests

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation runs a statewide criminal history system that covers Lamar County. The Georgia Crime Information Center collects arrest data from all 159 counties. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, you can request your own criminal history for a fee of up to $15. That record will include any Lamar County arrests on file. If you find something wrong, you have 60 days to challenge the data.

The GBI criminal history FAQ page explains the steps to get your record. You can visit the GCIC lobby by appointment or send a request by mail to CCH/Identification Services, P.O. Box 370808, Decatur, Georgia 30037.

From the GBI site you can reach criminal history services, the sex offender registry, and crime stats that may include Lamar County data. The GCIC network ties local sheriff offices, courts, and jails into one system. When a Lamar County deputy makes an arrest, that data feeds into the state system. More than 600 agencies report to the GCIC each month across Georgia.

Lamar County Jail and Booking Data

The Lamar County jail is run by the sheriff's office in Barnesville. Every arrest in the county goes through this facility for processing. Booking creates a record with the person's name, charges, arrest date, and photo. These records are public in Georgia.

Call 770-358-5159 to check if someone is held at the Lamar County jail. Staff can tell you the charges and bail amount. If a person has been moved to a state prison, the Georgia Department of Corrections offender search can help you track them down. The GDC search covers all state facilities and lets you look up inmates by name or GDC ID number. It does not include people still in the Lamar County jail who have not been sent to state custody. You must agree to a disclaimer before using the GDC tool, and the department says you should verify all info by writing to Inmate Records at PO Box 1529, Forsyth, GA 31029.

Note: GDC data may not reflect the most recent transfers or releases from Lamar County cases.

Arrest Record Laws in Lamar County

Georgia's Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 gives the public a right to access arrest records. Initial arrest reports must be released to anyone who asks. This covers all records at the Lamar County Sheriff's Office. Records tied to an active investigation may be held back, but the basic arrest report stays public. Violations of the Open Records Act carry a fine up to $1,000 for a first offense.

Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-38, getting criminal history data under false pretenses is a crime. The fine can reach $5,000 with up to two years in jail. Record restriction is another part of Georgia law. Certain Lamar County arrest charges can be sealed if the case was dismissed or not sent to a grand jury. Guilty outcomes are never eligible for restriction. For arrests before July 1, 2013, you can apply in writing to the sheriff's office and pay up to $50 to start the restriction process.

Find Lamar County Arrest Records

The Georgia Felon Search is a state tool that checks for felony convictions. It costs $15 per search, even if no match is found. A second $15 fee applies to view details. You need a name, date of birth, and sex to run it. This tool only shows felony convictions and will not display misdemeanor arrests from Lamar County or sealed records.

For all types of Lamar County arrest records, the sheriff's office remains the best source. The Georgia Sheriffs' Association directory lists Sheriff Brad White and contact info for every Georgia sheriff. You can also pay fees through the GBI Payment Portal when requesting records at the state level. The GCIC information page has details on how the statewide criminal justice system works and how Lamar County fits into it. Allow 5 to 10 business days for mail requests sent to the GBI.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Lamar County. If you are not sure which county handled an arrest, check the location where the person was booked.