Murray County Arrest Records
Murray County arrest records are kept at the sheriff's office in Chatsworth, Georgia. This northwest Georgia county has about 40,000 residents and sits in the mountainous part of the state south of Dalton. The sheriff's office handles all bookings, jail operations, and arrest data for the county. You can search for records by contacting the office, visiting in person, or using Georgia state databases that include Murray County. Most initial arrest reports are open to the public under state law.
Murray County Quick Facts
Murray County Sheriff Arrest Records
Sheriff Jimmy Davenport heads the Murray County Sheriff's Office. His team is the primary source for arrest records in the county. Staff handle bookings, run the jail, and process records requests from the public. All arrests in Murray County create records that enter the local system and then feed into state databases.
The office is at 810-1/2 GI Maddox Pkwy, Chatsworth, GA 30705. Call 706-695-4592 to ask about an arrest record or to check on a current inmate. Walk-in visits are accepted during business hours. Have the full name of the person you want to look up, and a date of birth if you know it. Murray County has a decent-sized population for north Georgia, so the office handles a steady volume of bookings. For older Murray County arrest records, you may need to submit a written request. Response times depend on how far back the file goes.
Murray County is close to Dalton in Whitfield County. If you are not sure which county handled a specific arrest, the sheriff's office can help you figure out the right place to look.
| Sheriff | Jimmy Davenport |
|---|---|
| Address | 810-1/2 GI Maddox Pkwy, Chatsworth, GA 30705 |
| Phone | 706-695-4592 |
Georgia State Databases for Murray County
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation runs a statewide criminal history database through the Georgia Crime Information Center. This system includes Murray County arrest records. When a Murray County deputy processes a booking, the data goes into the GCIC network. Over 600 law enforcement agencies report to this system monthly.
Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, you can request your own criminal history for up to $15. This includes Murray County arrests and records from other counties. If something is wrong, you get 60 days to dispute it. The GBI FAQ page explains how to request records, what they show, and how to fix errors.
The GBI runs the Rapid ID system that lets Murray County officers check fingerprints with handheld devices. This is used during traffic stops and encounters in the field.
Murray County Jail and Inmate Search
The Murray County jail is in Chatsworth and handles all local bookings. Records include name, charges, arrest date, and a photo. Call 706-695-4592 to check on inmates, charges, or bail amounts.
For inmates who moved to state prison after a Murray County arrest, the Georgia Department of Corrections offender search is available. Search by name or GDC ID number. It shows the current facility and basic case info. The Georgia Felon Search checks felony convictions for $15 per query. You need a name, date of birth, and sex. It only covers felonies and will not show Murray County misdemeanor arrests or sealed records. People still at the county jail are not in the GDC database.
Note: GDC does not guarantee accuracy. Verify data by writing to Inmate Records at PO Box 1529, Forsyth, GA 31029.
Murray County Arrest Record Laws
Georgia's Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 gives the public access to arrest records in Murray County. Initial arrest reports must be released by the sheriff's office. Records from active investigations can be held, but the basic arrest report is always public. Written requests get a response within three business days.
Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-38, requesting criminal history information under false pretenses is a crime. Fines can reach $5,000, and prison time up to two years is possible. Murray County arrest records from dismissed cases can be restricted from public view under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37. Guilty results never qualify. The Georgia Sheriffs' Association lists Sheriff Davenport and every other Georgia sheriff with their contact details.
Cities in Murray County
Murray County includes Chatsworth and Eton. All arrests in these areas are processed by the Murray County Sheriff's Office. The nearby city of Dalton is in Whitfield County. For Dalton arrest records, see the Dalton city page.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Murray County. Arrest records are stored by the county where the booking took place.