Putnam County

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Citizens may request arrest records by submitting a written or in-person request to the Sheriff's Office or the arresting agency.
• Georgia law requires agencies to respond to public records requests promptly, typically within three business days, though fees for copying and research time may apply.

Criminal Records

• The full criminal records system ensures that Putnam County maintains public safety and transparency in its judicial processes.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond and bail process follows Georgia state guidelines, allowing for the release of individuals pending trial upon payment of a set amount determined by the court.

Mugshots & Booking Photos

• Georgia's statewide eFile Georgia system provides some online access to case information and electronic filing capabilities for attorneys and registered users.
• Fees for certified copies typically range from $1 to $2.50 per page plus a certification fee.

• Deed recording fees vary based on document type and number of pages.
• Online property record searches may be available through Putnam County's website or third-party vendors, though some counties in Georgia require in-person or phone requests.
• Certified copies of recorded documents can be obtained from the Clerk of Superior Court for a statutory fee.

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

• Birth certificate fees are typically $25 for the first copy and $5 for each additional copy ordered simultaneously.
• Death certificates generally cost $25 for the first certified copy.
• Processing time is usually same-day or within a few business days for in-person requests.
• The marriage license fee is approximately $56-76 depending on whether the couple completes a premarital education program.
• Online ordering of vital records is available through the state VitalChek system for an additional expedited service fee.

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

• The filing fee for trade name registration is established by state statute.
• All Georgia business entities including corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), limited partnerships, and nonprofit organizations must register with the Georgia Secretary of State Corporations Division.
• Putnam County Chamber of Commerce, serving the greater Lake Oconee area, provides resources for business development and networking, though it does not maintain official business licensing records.