Search McIntosh County Arrest Records

McIntosh County arrest records are held at the sheriff's office in Darien, Georgia. This coastal county has about 11,000 residents and sits along the Atlantic coast between Savannah and Brunswick. The sheriff's office handles all bookings, jail operations, and records requests. You can search for McIntosh County arrest records by calling the office, visiting in person, or using state databases that pull from local law enforcement systems.

McIntosh County Sheriff Arrest Records

Sheriff Thornell King runs the McIntosh County Sheriff's Office. This office is the first place to check for arrest records in the county. Staff handle bookings, manage the jail, and process records requests. All arrests in McIntosh County create records that go into the local system and then to state databases.

The office is at 12317 Hwy 251, Darien, GA 31305. Call 912-437-5870 to ask about an arrest record or check on a current inmate. You can also visit during normal business hours. Bring your ID and the full name of the person you want to look up. McIntosh County is a small coastal area, so the office generally handles requests without long waits. For older arrest records, a written request might be needed. Staff can search by name or booking date.

Georgia Databases for McIntosh County

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation maintains the statewide criminal history database through the Georgia Crime Information Center. This system includes McIntosh County arrest data. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, you can request your own criminal history for a fee up to $15. That record will show McIntosh County arrests and data from other counties.

The GBI FAQ page covers how to request records and what to expect. If something in your record looks wrong, you get 60 days to challenge it. Mail requests go to P.O. Box 370808, Decatur, Georgia 30037. The GBI also manages the Rapid ID system that lets McIntosh County officers check fingerprints using handheld devices.

Note: GBI appointments in Decatur must be scheduled in advance. Same-day walk-ins are not available.

McIntosh County Jail Booking Data

All McIntosh County arrests are processed at the local jail. Booking records include the name, charges, arrest date, and photo. These records are public under Georgia law. Call 912-437-5870 to check on a current inmate or ask about bail.

For inmates transferred to state prison, the Georgia Department of Corrections offender search is available. Search by name or GDC ID. The tool shows the current facility and basic case details. It only covers state prison inmates, not people held at the McIntosh County jail. The Georgia Felon Search checks felony convictions at $15 per query. You need a name, date of birth, and sex. Misdemeanor arrests from McIntosh County will not appear.

McIntosh County Arrest Record Laws

The Georgia Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 gives the public access to arrest records in McIntosh County. Initial arrest reports must be released by the sheriff's office. Records from pending investigations can be held back, but the basic arrest data is always public. The office has three business days to respond to a written request.

Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-38, requesting criminal records under false pretenses carries a fine up to $5,000 and up to two years in prison. Certain McIntosh County arrest records can be restricted if the charges were dismissed or not presented to a grand jury. Guilty outcomes never qualify. The Georgia Sheriffs' Association lists contact details for Sheriff King and every other Georgia sheriff.

Nearby Counties

These counties border McIntosh County. Arrest records stay with the county where the booking took place.