Search Troup County Arrest Records

Troup County arrest records are managed by the sheriff's office in LaGrange, Georgia. With roughly 69,000 residents, Troup County is one of the more populated counties in west Georgia. The sheriff's office handles all local arrests, runs the county jail, and keeps booking records on file. If you need to look up an arrest, verify an inmate's status, or get a copy of an arrest report, the Troup County Sheriff's Office is the main local resource. Arrest data from Troup County also flows into the GBI's statewide criminal history system, adding a state-level search path.

Troup County Sheriff Arrest Records

Sheriff James Woodruff runs the Troup County Sheriff's Office at 130 Sam Walker Drive, LaGrange, GA 30241. Call (706) 883-1616 to ask about arrest records, jail bookings, or inmate status. This office is the primary source for all arrest data in Troup County.

Troup County has a larger population than many west Georgia counties, and the sheriff's office deals with a higher volume of arrests. Have the full name and date of birth of the person you want to find. Staff can check the current jail roster or pull older records from the files. Walk-ins work during business hours, and phone calls are fine for quick checks. For written copies, send a letter to the LaGrange address. Complex requests or records tied to state court cases may take a few extra days.

The LaGrange Police Department also makes arrests within city limits. If the arrest happened in LaGrange proper, you may need to check with them. The sheriff covers the rest of Troup County and runs the county jail.

How to Look Up Troup County Arrest Records

Call the sheriff's office first. It is the fastest route. You can also visit or write.

For state-level searches, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation maintains the central criminal history system. The Georgia Crime Information Center stores arrest records from all 159 counties, including Troup. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, you can request your own criminal history for up to $15. Mail requests go to CCH/Identification Services, P.O. Box 370808, Decatur, Georgia 30037. Processing takes 5 to 10 business days. The GBI criminal history FAQ walks through the steps.

Note: Same-day GBI lobby appointments are not available in Decatur.

Georgia Criminal History for Troup County

The GCIC network includes over 600 agencies across the state. Troup County arrests enter this system as they happen. The Criminal Justice Information System connects sheriff offices, police, courts, and jails, creating a single searchable database of arrest records for the entire state.

The GBI's Rapid ID system lets Troup County officers run fingerprint checks in the field. This helps confirm identities during arrests and stops. The system connects to both Georgia and FBI fingerprint databases.

For inmates in state prisons, the GDC offender search covers all state facilities. It does not include people held at the Troup County jail.

Troup County Jail Bookings

The Troup County jail is managed by the sheriff's office. All local arrests lead to booking at this facility. A booking record captures the person's name, charges, arrest date, and photo. These records are public under Georgia law.

To check on someone in the Troup County jail, call (706) 883-1616. Staff can confirm whether a person is in custody and provide charges and bail info. If the person has moved to state custody, use the GDC offender search tool instead.

Arrest Record Laws in Troup County

Under Georgia's Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, initial arrest reports are public. The Troup County Sheriff's Office must release them on request. Investigation files may be withheld, but basic arrest data is always available.

O.C.G.A. § 35-3-38 makes it a crime to request records under false pretenses. Fines can reach $5,000 with up to two years in prison. Record restriction applies to some arrest charges under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37 when the case was dismissed or not sent to a grand jury. Guilty outcomes are never eligible for restriction in Troup County or elsewhere in Georgia.

More Troup County Resources

The Georgia Felon Search checks felony convictions at $15 per search. Only felonies appear. The Georgia Sheriffs' Association lists contacts for all 159 sheriffs. The GBI Payment Portal handles state record fees.

Cities in Troup County

LaGrange is the main city in Troup County. If the arrest occurred within city limits, you may need the LaGrange Police Department records.

Nearby Counties

Troup County shares borders with these counties. Verify the arrest location before making a request.