What are Carroll County Public Records?
Carroll County public records are records created and maintained by public officials in the County. The Georgia open records act stipulates that all records filed and kept in Carroll county are open to the public unless exempted by court order to state law. Interested parties may request, examine, and obtain copies of the records by submitting a request to the county clerk's office. When filing a public record request, requesters may need to provide the:
- Name and contact information for the requester
- A detailed description of the public record the requester requires.
In addition to government agencies, some public records may also be accessible from third-party websites. These non-government platforms come with intuitive tools that allow for expansive searches. Record seekers may either use these tools to search for a specific record or multiple records. However, users will need to provide enough information to assist with the search, such as:
- The name of the subject involved in the record (subject must be older than 18 or not juvenile)
- The address of the requestor
- A case number or file number (if known)
- The location of the document or person involved
- The last known or current address of the registrant
Third-party sites are not sponsored by government agencies. Because of this, record availability and results may vary.
Carroll County Crime Statistics
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation keeps crime statistics for all counties in the state. According to the Georgia uniform crime reporting program for Carroll County, the 2019 crime rate was 17.16%. Recorded crimes included zero(0) murder, 22 rape cases, 20 robberies, 157 aggravated assault, 355 burglaries, 1,334 larceny-theft, 146 motor vehicle theft, and 7 arson.
Are Carroll County Criminal Records Public?
According to the Georgia open records act, criminal records in Carroll County are public records. Unless the law prohibits access to specific records, the public has the right to view the documents held by the Carroll County clerk's office. For security concerns, certain records are kept out of the public eye. For instance, documents that have been sealed or deleted by the court cannot be accessible by the public.
On arrested and convicted offenders in Georgia, public criminal records may contain the following information:
- The person's full name, as well as any (known) aliases
- Identifying characteristics, race, and ethnicity
- Identification papers such as mugshots and fingerprints
- Conviction information and prisoner information
- Previous and current indictments
How to Obtain Carroll County Police Reports and Arrest Records
The Carroll County Sheriff is in charge of publishing information about arrest records. Requesters interested in this record can go to the Carroll County Sheriff's Department in person or send a mail stating the name of the report or record holder. The requester may also state the need for such information, whether it is for official or unofficial purposes. Record requests can be sent to the address below:
Carroll County Sheriff's Department
1000 Newnan Road,
Carrollton, GA 30116,
United States
Phone call: (770) 830-5888
CCSO- Tip Line: (770) 830-5942
Email: info@carrollsheriff.com
How to Find Carroll County Sex Offender Information
Persons interested in learning more about Carroll County's sex offenders can contact the Carroll County sheriff's office.
As a community service, the Carroll County sheriff maintains an online sex offender register, which contains information regarding the location and behavior compliance status of registered offenders in Carroll County. It delivers the most up-to-date and accurate data because it is updated in real-time throughout the day.
Interested parties can search by entering a county address and viewing real-time information on offenders within a specified radius of the provided address. The location, residence address, and details of the offense committed will then be provided on the sex offender register.
Carroll County also sends out notices via its free email alert system to keep residents aware of sex offenders in their vicinity. Residents in Carroll County must register to get notifications, as their email addresses and physical addresses are required.
Where and How to Find Carroll County Inmate Information?
The Carroll County Jail Division maintains a database of inmate records. The county sheriff is also the County's chief jailer, tasked with running and maintaining the jail. Inmates' names, gender, addresses, arrest dates, statuses, heights, and the number of days they spent in jail are all included on the roster.
The public can also acquire additional information by contacting the Carroll County Jail:
Carroll County Prison
96 Horsley Mill Road
Carrollton, GA 30117
Phone: (770) 830-5905
Fax: (770) 830-5904
How Do I Visit an Inmate in Carroll County Jail?
The specified visitation hours for inmates at Carroll County Prison and Correctional Institute are Saturdays, Sundays, and County holidays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. To visit an inmate, the visitor is required to contact the county jail and schedule a visit. To be eligible to visit the inmate, the requestor must be listed as one of the inmate's possible visitors, or they must be authorized by a judicial order or have related authorization. They must also be an adult or have adult supervision (where they are below 18). Visitors are disallowed from contacting prisoners on days apart from the designated visiting days.
Carroll County Prison
96 Horsley Mill Road
Carrollton, GA 30117
Carroll County Court Records
All official documents pertaining to any information on civil, traffic, real estate, or criminal proceedings in the court can be found in Carroll county court records. Requesters can obtain information by contacting the Carroll County court clerk. Members of the public can also obtain court records online at any time from Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Interested persons can also send an email, call the clerk's office, or visit any of the addresses below:
Office of the Court's Clerk
P.O. Box 1620
Carrollton, GA 30112
Physical Address
311 Newnan Street
Carrollton, GA 30117
Phone: (770) 830-5830
Fax: (770) 214-3584
Magistrate court location
166 Independence Drive
Carrollton, GA 30117
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 338
Carrollton, GA 30112
Phone: (770) 830-5874
Fax: (770) 830-5851
Are Carroll County Court Records Public?
Carroll county court records are public records that interested members of the public may access. If the records sought are exempt, a written statement explaining why the records are exempt will be provided.
How to Obtain Carroll County Civil Court Case Records?
Civil court case records are maintained by the Carroll county clerk of superior and state court. The civil court case record may be found on the Carroll county internet search website for those interested. Users can obtain records from the online search page by entering the following information:
- The party name and associated names
- Case number (which includes the court code)
- Court division
- Year
The public must pay a total of $2.50 for certified copies to the Carroll County Clerk to receive a civil court case record, and requests can be made in person at the Carroll County Clerk of Superior and State Court by filing a request form or by sending it via mail to the following address:
Office of Carroll County Clerk of Superior & State Court
311 Newnan St.
P.O. Box 1620
Carrollton, GA 30112
Phone: (770) 830-5830
How to Obtain Carroll County Criminal Records Court Case Records?
The Carroll County Clerk of Superior & State Court creates and manages official documents for the County. The criminal court case record can be found on the Carroll county internet search website for those who are interested. Users can obtain records from the online search page by entering the party name and associated name. However, such a person must fill out the forms correctly; include necessary information such as the case number, which includes the court code, court division, year, and case number. Alternatively, users can create a custom search that best fits the case description.
There is no charge to acquire a criminal court case record from the Carroll County Clerk, and requests can be made in person by filling out a court record request form or by mail to the county clerk of superior court.
What are Carroll County Vital Records?
Carroll county vital records are official documents that contain information on important events, especially records of life events preserved under the probate court's supervision.
Birth certificates, marriage licenses, death certificates, and divorce documents are all deemed vital records. In Georgia, vital records are also seen as public records. Yet, not all vital records are opened to the public. Records containing sensitive information may not be available for public perusal without a court order.
Where and How to Find Carroll County Divorce Records?
Carroll County divorce records can be acquired by inquiring with the state's vital records office or the clerk of courts in the county/judicial district where the divorce was conceded. The requester will be directed to the State Office of Vital Records to submit a divorce verification application form containing both parties' names along with a government-issued picture I.D., required documents, and any costs for certification and copies (if applicable).
State Office of Vital Records
1680 Phoenix Boulevard,
Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30349
According to Georgia annotated law, records of divorce, dissolution of marriage, and annulment are made public and available to the public. Regardless of whether the record is made public, sensitive information such as domestic abuse victims, details of juvenile, neglected minors, social security numbers, and financial bank account information may be sealed and only available to qualified requesters.
- When making a request, the requester must give basic information such as:
- The name on the record,
- The day the marriage legally ended,
- The location of the event,
- The case number,
- The case filing date (if applicable), and so on.
A divorce verification record costs $10 for one certified copy and $5 for each extra copy requested simultaneously. It takes about 8 to 10 weeks to get a mail response.
Where and How to Get Public Carroll County Marriage Records
Marriage licenses in Carroll County, Georgia, are maintained by the probate court. Interested persons can also request a marriage record from the Georgia Department of Public Health State Office of Vital Records. Requesters will be required to provide information to facilitate the search and pay a small amount. Requests for marriage records can also be made to the office of the County's clerk.
The office is open to the public from Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Besides visiting the office in person, mail-in requests can also be sent to:
Probate Court
311 Newnan Street
Carrollton, GA 30117
P.O. Box 338
Carrollton, GA 30112
Where and How to Find Carroll County Birth Records?
Interested persons in the Carroll County Health Department can provide birth certificates. Only qualified applicants with a direct and physical interest in the registered owner, such as immediate family members and the family's legal representatives, are granted birth certificates.
In some instances, identifying documents may be necessary depending on who is seeking the record.
- The individual listed on the certificate - the requester, must present acceptable picture identification at the time of the request.
- The parent(s) listed on the birth certificate must show acceptable photo identification.
- An approved legal guardian or agent must submit a certified copy of the court order establishing guardianship and legal custody.
- Grandparents of the individual mentioned on the certificate must show proof of connection, such as the registrant's parent's birth certificate.
- The subject's parent must produce proof of kinship by producing a copy of the birth certificate identifying one of the same parents, as well as valid government-issued picture identification with a signature.
- A copy of the marriage certificate, a duplicate of the spouse's picture identification with the spouse's signature, and a notarized letter from the spouse granting permission.
- Attorneys are required to represent an immediate family member and give a notarized letter on letterhead. The attorney must also give a bar number stating the cause for the request and who they represent; offer supporting documents with the fee; and, in the event of adoption, provide a notarized release from the biological mother.
- State or Federal Government Officials- The State Registrar or the local custodian may release it to an official who requests it in the course of their official duties.
Interested and eligible persons can request these records in person or by mail at:
Carroll county health department
1004 Newnan Rd.
Carrollton, GA 30116
Phone: (770) 836-6667
Where and How to Find Carroll County Death Records?
The Carroll County Health Department may also provide death certificates to anybody interested. An interested person can get a death certificate online, in person, or by mail. However, mail-in requests take 4-6 weeks to process.
Requestors with a direct and physical interest in the decedent, such as key family members or legal family representatives, can get certified death certificates. To obtain a record, the requester will be required to provide information to facilitate the search and pay a nominal fee.
