Lee County Arrest Records Search
Lee County arrest records are maintained by the sheriff's office in Leesburg, Georgia. This growing county near Albany has about 33,000 residents. The sheriff's office handles all bookings and keeps detailed arrest data for the area. You can search for records by contacting the office or by using Georgia state databases that include Lee County. Initial arrest reports are public under state law, and the sheriff's office responds to records requests during business hours.
Lee County Quick Facts
Lee County Sheriff Arrest Records
Sheriff Reggie Rachals heads the Lee County Sheriff's Office. This is the primary source for arrest records in the county. Staff manage the jail, process bookings, and handle records requests. Every arrest in Lee County creates a record that includes the charges, the date, and the arrested person's details.
The office is at 119 Pinewood Road, Leesburg, GA 31763. Call 229-759-6052 to ask about a current inmate or past arrest. Walk-in visits work during business hours. Bring a valid ID and know the full name of the person. Date of birth helps narrow things down. Lee County sits just outside Albany, and some arrests may involve coordination between Lee County deputies and Albany police. If you are not sure which agency handled an arrest, the sheriff's office can point you in the right direction. Older arrest records in Lee County may require a written request, and response times depend on the age and complexity of the file.
| Sheriff | Reggie Rachals |
|---|---|
| Address | 119 Pinewood Road, Leesburg, GA 31763 |
| Phone | 229-759-6052 |
State Databases for Lee County Arrests
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation keeps a statewide criminal history system. The Georgia Crime Information Center collects arrest data from all 159 counties, including Lee County. When a deputy in Lee County processes a booking, the data goes into this state network. Over 600 agencies report to the GCIC every month.
Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, anyone can request their own Georgia criminal history for a fee up to $15. That record includes Lee County arrests and arrests from other counties. If something looks wrong, you get 60 days to challenge it. The GBI criminal history FAQ explains the full process for getting your record.
The GBI also runs the Rapid ID system. This lets law enforcement in Lee County verify fingerprints with handheld devices in the field. It helps confirm identities during traffic stops and arrests across the county.
Lee County Jail and Offender Data
The Lee County jail processes everyone arrested by local deputies. Booking creates a record with the name, charges, date, and photo. Call 229-759-6052 to check on a current inmate. Staff can give you charges and bail info.
For people who moved from the Lee County jail to a state prison, the Georgia Department of Corrections offender search is the tool to use. It covers inmates in all GDC facilities and lets you search by name or GDC ID. The Georgia Felon Search is another option for checking felony convictions. It costs $15 per search and $15 more for details. You need the person's name, date of birth, and sex. It only covers felony convictions and will not show Lee County misdemeanor arrests or restricted records.
Note: GDC data may not reflect recent transfers, so verify by writing to Inmate Records at PO Box 1529, Forsyth, GA 31029.
Lee County Arrest Record Access Laws
Georgia's Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 protects public access to arrest records. Initial arrest reports at the Lee County Sheriff's Office are public. Records from an active investigation can be held back, but the arrest report itself must be released. The office has three business days to respond.
Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-38, requesting records under false pretenses is illegal. Fines can reach $5,000 with up to two years in prison. Lee County arrest charges that ended in a dismissal can be restricted from public view. Guilty outcomes never qualify. The Georgia Sheriffs' Association directory can help you reach Sheriff Rachals or any other Georgia sheriff about arrest records or the restriction process.
Cities in Lee County
Lee County includes Leesburg, Smithville, and other smaller towns. All arrests in these areas go through the Lee County Sheriff's Office. The city of Albany is nearby in Dougherty County. If you need arrest records from Albany, contact the Dougherty County Sheriff or the Albany city page for details.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Lee County. Check where the arrest took place to make sure you look in the right place.