Decatur County, Georgia Public Records

Decatur County offices and records

Sheriff & Law Enforcement. Decatur County Sheriff's Office is responsible for maintaining law and order in the unincorporated areas of Decatur County.

Police Departments. In addition to Decatur County Sheriff's Office, law enforcement in Decatur County includes municipal police departments such as the Bainbridge Public Safety Department. Coordination between the Sheriff's Office and municipal police departments is essential for addressing major crimes and making sure of full coverage across Decatur County.

Law Enforcement & Arrests. Decatur County Sheriff's Office, located at 1002 West Shotwell Street in Bainbridge, Georgia 39819, is the primary law enforcement agency for unincorporated areas of Decatur County. Sheriff Wiley Griffin oversees operations including patrol, criminal investigations, court security, and detention services. Decatur County Jail, operated by the Sheriff's Office at the same Shotwell Street facility, houses pre-trial detainees and sentenced misdemeanor offenders. Inmate lookup services are available by calling the detention center directly or through the Sheriff's Office administrative line during business hours.

Arrest Records. Arrest records in Decatur County are maintained by Decatur County Sheriff's Office. Residents and attorneys can request copies of arrest records by contacting the Sheriff's Office directly.

Mugshots & Booking Photos. Mugshots in Decatur County are taken and retained by Decatur County Sheriff's Office during the booking process. These images are part of the public record and can often be accessed through the Sheriff's Office website or by request.

The jail provides an inmate lookup service where you can find information about current detainees. You can visit the jail in person at 912 Spring Creek Road, Bainbridge, GA, or call them at (229) 248-3050 for assistance with the inmate search process. Sales tax permits and employer identification numbers are handled through the Georgia Department of Revenue. The Bainbridge-Decatur County Chamber of Commerce, located at 100 Boat Basin Circle, Bainbridge (phone: 229-246-4774, website: www.bainbridgegachamber.com), provides resources for new and existing businesses, economic development information, and maintains a directory of chamber members and local businesses. Property and land records for Decatur County are maintained by the Clerk of Superior Court, which serves as Decatur County's recording office for real property transactions. Located at 112 West Water Street, Bainbridge, Georgia 39819 (phone: 229-248-3025), the Clerk's office records deeds, security deeds, mortgages, liens, plat maps, easements, powers of attorney affecting real property. Decatur County Probate Court, also located at 112 West Water Street (phone: 229-248-3044), handles wills, estates, guardianships, involuntary commitments, and issues marriage licenses and weapon carry licenses. Property tax records and assessment information are maintained separately by Decatur County Tax Assessor's Office at 112 West Water Street (phone: 229-248-3049). Vital records for Decatur County, Georgia, are maintained at both Decatur County and state levels. Birth and death certificates are available from Decatur County Health Department, part of the Southwest Health District, located at 1415 West Shotwell Street, Bainbridge, Georgia 39819 (phone: 229-248-3066).