Pierce County Arrest Records

Pierce County arrest records are managed by the sheriff's office in Blackshear, Georgia. This southeast Georgia county has a population of around 20,000. Sheriff Ramsey Bennett oversees all bookings, jail operations, and criminal records for the area. Arrest data from Pierce County is reported to the Georgia Crime Information Center and stored locally at the sheriff's office. You can search for records by contacting the office directly, visiting in person, or through state-level databases that cover every Georgia county.

Pierce County Sheriff's Office Records

Sheriff Ramsey Bennett runs the Pierce County Sheriff's Office at 300 Pierce Industrial Blvd, Blackshear, GA 31516. This is the primary office for all arrest records in the county. Staff manage bookings, the county jail, and public records requests. Pierce County is a rural area in southeast Georgia, so the volume of arrests is lower than in metro counties. That often means shorter wait times when you request records.

Call 912-449-2101 to ask about an arrest record in Pierce County. Walk-in visits work during regular hours. Bring your ID and whatever details you have about the person or arrest date. Staff can search by name or booking number. They can make copies of arrest reports for you on the spot in most cases. For older Pierce County arrest records, a written request might be needed. Archived files can take a few extra days to locate and pull.

Note: Pierce County does not have a large online records portal, so phone or in-person visits are the most reliable ways to get arrest data.

State Search Tools for Pierce County

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation keeps a statewide criminal history system that includes Pierce County arrest records. The Georgia Crime Information Center gathers arrest data from all 159 counties. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, you can request your own criminal history for up to $15. That record would show any Pierce County arrests on file. You have 60 days to challenge something you think is wrong.

The Georgia Felon Search is a $15 query tool for felony convictions. It will not show misdemeanor arrests from Pierce County. You need the person's name, date of birth, and sex. Results are name-based only. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-38, requesting records under false pretenses can lead to fines up to $5,000 and jail time of up to two years.

Pierce County Offender Search

When a Pierce County arrest results in a state prison sentence, the Georgia Department of Corrections tracks the inmate. The GDC Find Offender page allows name or ID searches. It displays the current facility, a photo if on file, and basic case data.

You can also use the GDC Offender Query form for a direct database lookup. GDC does not guarantee accuracy on all records. To verify details about someone arrested in Pierce County who ended up in state prison, write to Inmate Records at PO Box 1529, Forsyth, GA 31029. That is the most reliable method to get confirmed case information from the department.

Pierce County Open Records Access

Under Georgia's Open Records Act, government documents are generally available to the public. Arrest records from the Pierce County Sheriff's Office are covered. Initial arrest reports are not exempt, and anyone can request copies. You do not have to explain why you want the records.

Send a written request to the sheriff's office. State what records you need and include names or dates. The office has three business days to respond. They can charge for copies. Records from active investigations may be held back in part, but initial arrest reports must be released. If Pierce County denies your request without a valid reason, you can challenge it. Fines for violating the Open Records Act start at $1,000.

Arrest Record Restriction in Pierce County

Certain Pierce County arrest records can be sealed from public access. This covers charges dismissed, not sent to a grand jury, or placed on a dead docket. Once restricted, only law enforcement and courts can view the record.

For arrests before July 1, 2013, apply to the Pierce County Sheriff's Office in writing with a fee of up to $50. Later arrests go through the local prosecutor. Convictions never qualify for restriction in Georgia. The GCIC processes the sealing after approval. Call 912-449-2101 to learn how to start the restriction process for a Pierce County arrest record. Staff can point you in the right direction based on the date of the arrest and the outcome of the case.

Note: Restriction does not erase the arrest from the system; it just limits who can see the record going forward.

Criminal Registries for Pierce County

The Georgia Sex Offender Registry may include people originally arrested in Pierce County. It is free to use and shows names, photos, addresses, and offense details. Search by name or location to check the Blackshear area and the broader Pierce County community.

The Georgia Sheriffs by County directory lists Sheriff Ramsey Bennett and all other Georgia sheriffs with contact info. Use this tool to reach the Pierce County office or a neighboring sheriff when tracking arrest records across county lines.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Pierce County in southeast Georgia. Check the booking location to find the right records office for the arrest you need.