What are Glynn County Public Records?
As established under the Georgia Open Records Act, Glynn County public records include papers, tapes, letters, files, photographs, and other materials generated, maintained, and issued by government agencies. In most cases, public records are available to the public except when restricted by law. Interested individuals may view or obtain copies of unrestricted documents upon sending requests to the record custodian via mail, online, or in person. However, public records may be legally exempted from public disclosure if they contain:
- Information related to an ongoing law enforcement investigation
- Certain real estate documents
- Attorney-client privilege documents
- Names of handgun carriers
- Documents containing private information such as social security number
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 extensive 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.
Glynn County Crime Statistics
The Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) compiles and presents crime data from the different law enforcement agencies for the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program of the state. Glynn County in 2017 recorded 3,100 index crimes comprising 356 violent crimes and 2,744 property crimes. Of the violent crimes recorded, 11 were homicide, 22 were rape, 84 were robbery, and 239 were aggravated assault. For property crimes, there were 736 burglaries, 1,847 larcenies, and 161 motor vehicle thefts.
Compared with crime data for 2013, there was a decline of 24.3% in index crime rates for 2017. Further analysis indicated a 26.1% decrease in violent crime rates with reductions in the rates for robbery (-12.5%) and aggravated assault (-34.2%) but increases in the rates of homicide (+57.1%) and rape (+37.5%). Total property crime rates dropped by 24.1%, with reductions in burglary (-19.8%) and larceny (-27.8%), but motor vehicle theft increased by 15.8%.
How to Obtain Glynn County Criminal Records
The Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) manages the state's computerized criminal history database, which is Georgia's official repository of criminal history information. Individuals, criminal justice agencies, and non-criminal justice agencies may request to obtain criminal history information retained by the GCIC on different levels.
Criminal history record checks for employment, licensing, and other non-criminal justice purposes may be requested by the businesses and licensing agencies using the Georgia Applicant Processing Service (GAPS). Users must activate a GAPS account to utilize the service and submit a set of fingerprints of the subject of the records check. Fingerprints can be processed at any GAPS fingerprinting location, after which they will be forwarded to the GCIC. The requester may access the results of the records check on the GAPS web application within 24-48 hours. All applicable fees must be paid before the results are available to the requester.
Individuals may also request fingerprint-based record checks for visa applications, immigration, employment, and other such purposes using GAPS. Alternatively, contact the GCIC at (404) 244-2639 or by email for information on these services.
How to Obtain Glynn County Police Records
The GBI provides a Georgia Felons Search web application where the general public can request in-state felony conviction records of individuals for a fee. Individuals in Glynn County should request copies of their personal criminal history information from the Glynn County Police Department. They may also request copies of another individual's criminal history information provided they obtain signed consent form the subject of the record. Contact the GCPD for information on obtaining criminal history records.
Submit requests for police public records, including accident reports and police incident reports to the Glynn County Police Department (GCPD). Typically there is a fee of 10 cents per page for police records. Requests can be submitted in person or by mail to the GCPD HQ at:
157 Carl Alexander Way
Brunswick, GA 31525
Or
Islands substation
1965 Demere Road,
St. Simons Island, GA 31522.
Alternatively, call the GCPD Records Division at (912) 554-7820.
How to Find Glynn County Sex Offender Information
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is the statutory custodian of the state's violent sexual offender registry. It enables electronic access to the information contained in the registry vial of the Sexual Offender Registry web portal. The general public can access information about registered sex offenders in their communities using the available search options. The Glynn County Sheriff's Office provides information about sex offenders registered in Glynn County on its website via the Sex Offender Search.
How to Find Glynn County Jail and Inmate Information
The Correctional facility in Glynn County is the Glynn County Detention Center. It is run by the Glynn County Sheriff and is located at
100 Sulphur Springs
Brunswick, GA 31520
Phone: (912) 554-7590
Deposit funds in an inmate's account using the kiosk located in the lobby of the visitation area of the detention facility. Online deposits may also be made using third-party sites.
Glynn County Court Records
The trial court system in Glynn County consists of one Superior Court, one State Court, one Juvenile Court, one Probate Court, one Magistrate Court, and one Municipal Court.
The Superior Court has general jurisdiction over all criminal and civil cases but will usually only handle cases beyond the scope of the lower courts. Cases exclusive to the Superior Court include felonies and lesser-included offenses, civil equity cases, real property titles, and domestic relations. The Superior Court has a Family Court division that handles divorces and related cases involving children. The Superior Court for Glynn County is:
Glynn County Superior Court
701 H Street
P.O. Box 1355
Brunswick, GA 31521
Phone: (912) 554-7272
Fax: (912) 267-5625
The State Court has limited jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including misdemeanor criminal offenses, traffic violations, and civil actions not exclusive to the Superior Court. The State Court for Glynn County is:
State Court of Glynn County
701 H Street
Suite 104
Brunswick, GA 31520
Phone: (912) 554-7325
Fax: (912) 261-3849
The Juvenile Court has original jurisdiction over cases involving juveniles but will share jurisdiction with the Superior Court over certain juvenile crimes. The Superior will retain jurisdiction over felonies committed by juveniles. The Juvenile Court also handles cases involving judicial consent for minors. The Juvenile Court for Glynn Court is:
Glynn County Juvenile Court
11 Judicial Lane
Suite 150
Brunswick, GA 31520
Phone: (912) 554-7039
Fax: (912) 267-5629
The Probate Court has exclusive jurisdiction over cases involving the probate of wills and other cases, administration of estates, guardianships, conservatorships of minors and persons deemed incompetent, and involuntary mental health commitments. The Probate Court for Glynn County is:
Probate Court of Glynn County
701 G Street
Brunswick, GA 31520
Phone: (912) 554-7231
Fax: (888) 841-9712
The Magistrate Court has limited jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases but does not offer jury trials. Cases heard in magistrate court include preliminary hearings, minor criminal offenses, county ordinance violations, civil claims for amounts under $15,000, and may also issue temporary orders of protection in domestic violence cases. The Magistrate Court for Glynn County is:
Glynn County Magistrate Court
701 H Street
P.O. Box 1355
Brunswick, GA 31521
Phone: (912) 554-7250
Fax: (912) 267-5677
The Municipal Court handles violations of municipal ordinances and has limited jurisdiction over preliminary hearings of certain criminal cases. The Municipal Court for Glynn Court is:
Municipal Court of Brunswick
601 Gloucester Street
Brunswick, GA 31520
Phone: (912) 267-5524
Fax: (912) 267-5594
Glynn County does not make court records available online. To obtain copies of court records, requesters should contact the court where the case was filed. The Clerk of Superior Court maintains an index of all recorded land and property documents in Glynn County and may provide copies of records on request. Requests for copies of records can be made online or by contacting the Clerk of the Superior Court. Property information can be accessed on the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority website.
Where and How to Obtain Glynn County Divorce Records
Glynn Court divorce records are filed and maintained by the Clerk of Superior Court. Obtain certified copies of divorce decrees by submitting a request to the Office of the Clerk. The Office of the Clerk charges $2.50 for the first page of certified copies of records and $1 for every subsequent page.
Glynn County divorce records from June 1952 to 1996 can also be obtained from the Georgia Department of Public Health (GDPH). The Vital Records Office issues certified copies of Verifications of Divorces upon request. Searches cost $10, which includes a certified copy of a located record and $5 for each additional copy.
To obtain a record, complete the Divorce Verification Request form and return, by mail or in person, with a check or money order for the fee (payable to the State Office of Vital Records) and a valid copy of a photo ID to:
Georgia Vital Records Office
Suite 100,
1680 Phoenix Blvd,
Atlanta, GA 30349
or
Glynn County area office
2747 Fourth Street,
Brunswick, GA 31520
Where and How to Obtain Glynn County Marriage Records
The Glynn County Judge of Probate Court issues and records marriage licenses for the county. Certified copies of marriage licenses can be obtained for a $10 fee by submitting a request to the court.
Glynn County marriage records from June 1952 to 1996 are also available on request from the Vital Records Office of the GDPH. Requests for copies can be submitted by mail or in person. There is a $10 search fee for a certified copy of a marriage license, and each additional copy costs $5. To obtain a marriage license, complete the Marriage License Request form, enclose a valid copy of a photo ID and the complete payment and return it to the State Vital Records Office or the Glynn County area office.
Where and How to Obtain Glynn County Birth and Death Records
Birth and death records for Glynn County from 1919 to the present are available from the GDPH. The Vital Records Office issues certified copies of birth and death certificates to eligible persons on request. Persons eligible to obtain these records are the subjects on the record, their immediate family members, and persons who can demonstrate direct and tangible interests in the records. Applicants must provide valid copies of ID when ordering records and evidence of their relationships with the subject. Certified copies of records cost $25 each and $5 for additional copies requested simultaneously. The amount is payable by certified check or money order made to the state vital records office.
To obtain a Glynn county birth or death record, complete the Birth or Death Certificate Request form and return it to the State Office of Vital Records or the Glynn County area office, along with the complete fee and other supporting documents in person or by mail. Records before 1919 may be available from the Glynn County area office.
