Search Quitman County Arrest Records

Quitman County arrest records are held by the sheriff's office in Georgetown, Georgia. This is one of the state's smallest counties, with a population of about 2,000 people. If you need to look up an arrest or check on someone held in local custody, the sheriff's office is the place to start. Arrest records here include charges, dates, and booking details for anyone processed through the Quitman County jail. You can also search through state tools run by the GBI. Getting the right records takes knowing where to ask and what to bring, so this page walks you through all of it.

Quitman County Sheriff's Office Records

Sheriff Charles Davis leads the Quitman County Sheriff's Office. This office is the main source for arrest records in the county. The mailing address is PO Box 338, Georgetown, GA 39854, and you can call at 229-334-3739. Because Quitman County is so small, the office handles all law enforcement work in the area. That includes arrests, jail operations, and court services. Walk-in visits are the simplest way to ask about an arrest record.

When you call or stop by, have the full name and date of birth for the person you want to look up. This makes the search go faster. Staff can tell you if someone is in the Quitman County jail and what charges were filed. For older records, it might take a day or two to pull the file. The sheriff's office does not currently have an online portal for searching arrest records, so phone calls and in-person visits are the best options for this county.

State Tools for Quitman County Arrests

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation runs a statewide criminal history system that includes all Quitman County arrest data. The Georgia Crime Information Center is the central hub. It collects arrest records from all 159 counties in Georgia, even small ones like Quitman. When a deputy makes an arrest here, that data enters the GCIC network. More than 600 agencies send data to this system each month.

Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, you can ask to see your own criminal history record. The fee is up to $15. This law also lets you challenge anything that looks wrong on the record. You have 60 days to file a correction request. The GBI criminal history FAQ page explains how to start the process step by step.

Note: The GBI lobby office in Decatur does not take same-day walk-ins, so set up an appointment first.

Quitman County Criminal History Access

The GBI website serves as the starting point for criminal history record searches that cover Quitman County. You can visit the GBI homepage to find links to their services.

From this page, you can reach the criminal history section, the sex offender registry, and crime statistics for the state. The GCIC also runs a Rapid ID system that lets officers in the field check fingerprints with handheld devices. Even in a rural county like Quitman, this technology helps confirm who has been arrested before. The GCIC network links sheriff offices, courts, and jails across every county in Georgia, which means Quitman County data is always part of the bigger picture.

Jail Bookings in Quitman County

All arrests in Quitman County go through the local jail for booking. The booking process creates a record with the person's name, charges, arrest date, and sometimes a photo. These records become part of the public file. To find out if someone is in the Quitman County jail right now, call 229-334-3739. Staff can give you the current status and the charges.

If the person you are looking for was sent to a state prison, the Georgia Department of Corrections offender search is the tool to use. You can look up inmates by name, GDC ID, or case number. The GDC database covers people in state custody. It does not include anyone still being held at the Quitman County jail who has not been transferred to a state facility yet. Bail amounts and hearing dates should be confirmed through the sheriff's office directly.

Always verify what you find online. The GDC warns that their data may not be complete. For the most accurate information, write to Inmate Records at PO Box 1529, Forsyth, GA 31029.

Arrest Record Laws for Quitman County

Georgia's Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 gives the public a right to see arrest records. Initial arrest reports and incident reports must be made available. This applies to every record held by the Quitman County Sheriff's Office. Records tied to an open investigation may be held back, but the basic arrest report is always public. The law is clear on this point.

There are also rules about misuse. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-38, getting criminal history records through false pretenses is a crime. The penalty can reach $5,000 in fines and up to two years in prison. Even careless handling of arrest data can result in a fine of up to $100 and up to 10 days in jail. Record restriction is possible for some cases in Quitman County. If a case was dismissed or not sent to a grand jury, the arrest charge may be sealed from public view. Guilty verdicts are never eligible for restriction anywhere in Georgia.

Get Quitman County Arrest Data

The Georgia Felon Search lets you check for felony convictions tied to someone in Quitman County. It costs $15 per search, and you pay even if no match comes up. If there is a hit, you pay another $15 to see the full details. You need the person's first and last name, date of birth, and sex to run the search. Only felony convictions appear. Misdemeanor arrests and restricted records will not show up in this tool.

For a broader search of Quitman County arrest records, contact the sheriff's office. The Georgia Sheriffs' Association directory can help you find the right office for any county. The GBI also takes written requests by mail. Send them to CCH/Identification Services, P.O. Box 370808, Decatur, Georgia 30037. Allow 5 to 10 business days for them to respond. Fees can be paid through the GBI Payment Portal.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Quitman County. Check which county the arrest happened in before you request records.