Montgomery County Arrest Records
Montgomery County arrest records are managed by the sheriff's office in Mount Vernon, Georgia. This small southeast Georgia county has about 9,000 people. The sheriff's office handles all bookings, jail operations, and criminal records requests for the area. You can search for arrest records by calling the office, visiting, or using state databases that pull from Montgomery County law enforcement. Initial arrest reports are public under Georgia's Open Records Act.
Montgomery County Quick Facts
Montgomery County Sheriff Arrest Records
Sheriff Ben Maybin leads the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office. His office is the main source for arrest records in the county. Staff handle bookings, manage the jail, and process records requests. Every arrest in Montgomery County creates a record with the charges, date, and personal details.
The mailing address is PO Box 277, Mt. Vernon, GA 30445. Call 912-583-2521 to ask about an arrest record or check on a current inmate. Walk-in visits work during business hours. Have the full name and date of birth of the person you are looking for. Montgomery County is a quiet area with fewer arrests than larger counties, but the same public records rules apply. For older arrest records, a written request might be needed. Staff can search by name or booking date.
| Sheriff | Ben Maybin |
|---|---|
| Address | PO Box 277, Mt. Vernon, GA 30445 |
| Phone | 912-583-2521 |
State Databases for Montgomery County
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation runs a central criminal history database that includes Montgomery County. The Georgia Crime Information Center collects arrest data from all 159 counties. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, anyone can request their own criminal history for a fee up to $15. This covers Montgomery County arrests and data from other counties.
The GCIC network connects sheriff offices, police departments, courts, and jails across the state. When a Montgomery County deputy processes a booking, that data enters the statewide system. The GBI FAQ page covers how to get records and fix errors. You have 60 days to challenge wrong information. Mail requests go to P.O. Box 370808, Decatur, Georgia 30037.
Montgomery County Jail Booking Info
All arrests in Montgomery County go through the local jail. Booking records include name, charges, date, and a photo. These are public records in Georgia. Call 912-583-2521 to ask about current inmates or bail details.
If an inmate went to state prison, the GDC offender search can find them by name or GDC ID. The tool covers state facilities only. People at the Montgomery County jail are not in this database. The Georgia Felon Search costs $15 per query for felony convictions. It needs a name, date of birth, and sex. Misdemeanor arrests from Montgomery County will not show up.
Note: Always verify GDC info by writing to Inmate Records at PO Box 1529, Forsyth, GA 31029.
Montgomery County Arrest Record Laws
Georgia's Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 ensures public access to arrest records. Initial arrest reports from the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office must be released on request. Pending investigation files may be held, but the arrest data stays public. The office must respond within three business days.
Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-38, getting criminal history information under false pretenses is a crime. The fine goes up to $5,000 with up to two years in prison. Certain Montgomery County arrest charges that ended in a dismissal can be restricted from public view. Guilty results never qualify. The Georgia Sheriffs' Association lists contact details for Sheriff Maybin and every other Georgia sheriff.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Montgomery County. Make sure you search the county where the arrest took place.