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The top providers of records in Georgia are the administration office of the courts, Secretary of State, department of public health, and county Assessors. Other than larger departments which provide records on a daily basis, there are services from the state and local governments to obtain information, files and more from lesser frequently thought of departments. The Georgia Technology Authority maintains an open felon searc…
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Criminal Records
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Court Records
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Expungements
Record-clearance and expungement guidance.
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Inmate Search
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Most Wanted
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Police
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Background Checks
Background screening and identity research resources.
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Missing Children
Missing-child alerts and support resources.
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The top providers of records in Georgia are the administration office of the courts, Secretary of State, department of public health, and county Assessors. Other than larger departments which provide records on a daily basis, there are services from the state and local governments to obtain information, files and more from lesser frequently thought of departments. The Georgia Technology Authority maintains an open felon searc…
Georgia, also known as the "Peach State", was the 4th state to enter the Union in January of 1788. The state's agriculture leads the U.S. in peanut and pecan production. The economy also benefits by production of cotton, tobacco, soybean and corn. However, the service industry is the state's largest sector. Georgia is the 23rd largest state with just over 59 thousand square miles and ranks 9th most populous with approximately 9.5 million residents. Georgia consists of 159 counties, the most in the U.S. after Texas with 254. The entire state is part of one county or another including the barrier islands along the…
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Georgia Bureau of Investigation
Obtain criminal history record information.
Search Georgia Criminal Records
Search results of fingerprint background check.
Georgia Felon Search
Conduct a search of persons with felonies in Georgia.
Georgia Inmates
Find the location and release information of individuals incarcerated with the Georgia Dept. of Corrections.
Georgia Sex Offenders
Search the GA Bureau of Investigation database of registered offenders by name or location.
Georgia Criminal Record Expungements
Information and resources to assist in expunging criminal records.
Georgia DOC Most Wanted
Current posting of fugitives and absconders from the Georgia Dept. of Corrections.
Georgia Department of Public Safety
Capitol police, records, reports and more.
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Hunting licenses, fishing licenses, conservation and more.
Georgia Attorney General
Civil, criminal and appellate courts.
Georgia State University Police
Investigations, records, training and more.
Georgia Property Records
Obtain property tax info by contacting the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority.
Georgia Business & Corporation Search
Find active and inactive corporations by name from the Georgia Secretary of State.
Professional Licensing Board
Free license verification open to the public with access to Georgia Secretary of State.
Georgia Unclaimed Property
Search property and claim status by individual name or business through the GA Dept. of Revenue.
Georgia Fictitious Business Names Filings
Find general info and check name availability with the Georgia Secretary of State.
Georgia Bankruptcy Records
Conduct a bankruptcy search through public records to find individual or corporate bankruptcy filings.
Georgia Teacher Lookup
Verify a public school teacher's credentials with the GA Professional Standards Commission.
Georgia Missing Children
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Georgia Marriage Search
Request a copy of a marriage certificates from the Georgia Department of Community Health.
Georgia Licenses
Info and applications for obtaining business licenses in GA.
Georgia Lawyer Lookup
Verify an attorney's licensing status with the State Bar.
Georgia Court Forms
Court Forms and Rules
Georgia Search the Secretary of State
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Georgia Judgments and Liens
Find judgments and liens of individuals in Georgia.
Georgia Genealogy Records
Browse state archives, historical records, and online databases, search Georgia census records to find info about ancestors, family tree and more.
Georgia Driving Records
Access online forms from the state DMV to request a drivers license, complete registration and more.
Georgia Death Row
Yearly reports about inmates under death sentence (UDS) at the beginning of each calendar year since 2000.
Georgia Court Records
Direct access to Georgia courts online; from district and county to Supreme courts.
Georgia Vital Records
Request birth and death certificates, marriage records and divorce filings in Georgia.
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About Georgia public records
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Q What is included in a Georgia background check?
In Georgia, background checks are governed by the Georgia Open Records Act (ORA) (Georgia Code § 50-18-70 through § 50-18-77). They may include criminal history, sex offender status, court filings, arrest records, and vital statistics. Agencies must respond within 3 business days to provide records or written notice of when records will be ava. The law is administered by Georgia Attorney General's Office, Open Government Hotline: (404) 656-3300.
Q Where can I find police reports in Georgia?
Police reports in Georgia are public records under the Georgia Open Records Act (ORA). Submit your request to the agency that generated the report. Who may request: Any person - no residency requirement. Response deadline: 3 business days to provide records or written notice of when records will be ava. If access is denied, you may appeal to district or circuit court.
Q What are the procedures to obtain Georgia vital records, and what is included in those records with address, not URLs?
Vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce) in Georgia are maintained by the state Department of Health or Vital Statistics. Standard fees: Actual costs of search, retrieval, and production; no charge for first 15 minute. Certified copies carry separate fee schedules. Fee waivers may be available for journalists, nonprofits, and public-interest requesters - always ask.
Q What is the school district and performance data for Georgia?
The Georgia Department of Education provides school district and performance data for all public schools in the state. This data includes information on student enrollment, test scores, graduation rates, and other measures of school performance. The data can be accessed through the Georgia Department of Education's website. Georgia Department of Education (www.gadoe.org) publishes annual school and district performance reports covering graduation rates, standardized test scores, chronic absenteeism, and college/career readiness. Reports are available on the agency's official website and are updated each fall following the close of the academic year. Parents and researchers can compare district performance across Georgia using the state's school accountability portal.
Q What is the crime statistics for Georgia?
Georgia crime statistics are compiled by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) and published in the annual Crime in Georgia report at gbi.georgia.gov. The FBI UCR program also covers Georgia. In 2022, Georgia reported a violent crime rate of approximately 340 per 100,000 residents. The GBI Crime Statistics portal provides county-level data. Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta publish city-specific crime reports through their respective police departments.
Q If I get arrested in Georgia where would I go to jail and court? include address.
If arrested in Georgia, you would be taken to the local county jail. Court appearances are scheduled in the county where the arrest occurred. Under the Georgia Open Records Act (ORA), arrest records and booking information are generally public. Oversight: Georgia Attorney General's Office, Open Government Hotline: (404) 656-3300. Appeals go to district or circuit court.
Q Can I find Public records in Georgia State Library?
Yes. Georgia state and public libraries provide access to public records databases. The Georgia Open Records Act (ORA) (Georgia Code § 50-18-70 through § 50-18-77) guarantees public access to government documents. Many libraries offer free access to LexisNexis, court records portals, and vital record indexes. The Georgia Archives, 5800 Jonesboro Rd, Morrow, GA 30260 provides free public access to government records, genealogy databases (Ancestry.com, HeritageQuest), legal research tools (LexisNexis, Westlaw), and historical newspaper archives. Under the Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70), library patrons can request government documents through the library's inter-agency loan and records request services at no charge. Many local public libraries throughout Georgia also offer digital access to court records and vital statistics indexes.
Q Where is the Georgia State Library located?
The Georgia Public Library Service is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The address is 1800 Century Place NE, Suite 150, Atlanta, GA 30345. It serves as the state library agency and supports public libraries across all 159 counties in Georgia. The library maintains public access to government records, historical archives, genealogy databases, and legal research tools. Under the Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70), Georgia residents may request government documents through the state library's reference services. Collections include census records, land patents, vital statistics indexes, and digitized newspapers. Most state library services are free to Georgia residents. Contact the library by phone or visit the official GA state library website for research guides and online catalog access.
Q Georgia State fingerprinting office
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) provides fingerprinting services at its headquarters in Decatur, Georgia. The GBI also has regional offices in Atlanta, Augusta, Macon, and Savannah that provide fingerprinting services. Residents can also be fingerprinted at local sheriff offices, police departments, and approved private LiveScan vendors throughout Georgia. Prints are submitted electronically to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) and to the FBI for national background checks. Common purposes include employment, professional licensing, adoption, volunteer work, and immigration. Standard fee: $5-$25 for ink cards; $20-$50 for electronic LiveScan. Allow 3-7 business days for results to be returned to the requesting agency.