Find Georgia Inmate Records

Inmate records are official documents containing information on convicted individuals incarcerated in a correctional facility in Georgia. If found guilty, persons tried for crimes in a state court may be sentenced to a state correctional facility.

The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) collates and maintains information on incarcerated offenders within the state. The Sheriff's office within a county or city also manages inmate records within its jurisdiction.

Are Incarceration Records Public Information in Georgia?

Yes, incarceration records are public information in Georgia. The state's Open Records Act ensures that the general public can access information maintained by government agencies, including inmate records. However, some records may be confidential and, therefore, unavailable for copying or inspection. For example, the medical history of inmates is not available to the general public.

Public records may also be accessible through third-party websites that aggregate information from multiple jurisdictions. These platforms often simplify searches since they are not limited to a single geographic location, and their search tools can be helpful when attempting to locate one or multiple records. To search either a government-maintained portal or a third-party website, requesters are generally required to provide basic identifying details, such as:

• The name of the individual connected to the record, unless the subject is a juvenile.
• The location or presumed location of the record or individual can include a city, county, or state of residence or arrest.

It is important to note that third-party websites operate independently from official government agencies. As such, these sites are not endorsed by state or local authorities, and the availability or accuracy of records may differ from those maintained by the original custodian.

What Information is Contained in a Georgia Inmate Record?

• Names and aliases
• ID number
• Name of the prison facility
• Details of the offense committed
• Sentence status
• Mugshot
• Age
• Gender
• Race/ethnicity
• Date of incarceration and date of release

Where do I Look Up an Inmate in Georgia?

To look up inmate information in Georgia, interested individuals may use the following options:

GDC website: The Georgia Department of Corrections generates records of inmates in state prison facilities, and interested persons can look up inmates through the agency's available platforms. Typically, the GDC provides online search tools for the public to get information on inmates.

Sheriff's Office: Offenders incarcerated in county jails have their records managed by the Sheriff's Office within its jurisdiction. Persons looking to obtain inmate information can visit the Sheriff's office location and request it if they are eligible. Also, the Sheriff's office may provide an online platform where individuals can access inmates' details.

Third-party websites: Some third-party websites provide the service of making inmate records available to the general public.

How Do I Conduct an Inmate Search in Georgia?

On the GDC website, individuals can obtain inmate information online by using the Offender Search to conduct searches on offenders incarcerated in Georgia. The GDC also provides a Facility Search service that allows users to search for the state's correctional facilities by name or location. Users of the facility search can also obtain information on inmates in a particular facility by searching with their details.

Interested parties can also conduct inmate searches on third-party websites that host a database of information on Georgia inmates.

Persons looking to conduct an inmate search on online platforms such as the GDC's offender search and third-party websites may need to provide some personal information about the inmate. Users of the offender search can search by the name of inmates or their GDC ID number/case number. The GDC ID number is a unique number that identifies a particular offender, while the case number describes the inmate's offense. Other information needed for an online inmate search includes gender, race, age, and the correctional institution.

To get copies of inmate records, interested parties may contact the Sheriff's office in the county where the incarcerated offender is held. Requestors may visit the Sheriff's office in person and fulfill the requirements to obtain desired records, or a written request can be sent via U.S. mail to the Sheriff's office. Requestors can get the contact information of the Sheriff's offices in the state from the Georgia Sheriffs' Association Directory.

How Can I Find an Inmate for Free in Georgia?

Querying parties can find inmate records at no cost using the online inmate lookup tools. For example, interested persons can use the Georgia Department of Corrections Offender Search and Facility Search to find inmate information for free. Some counties also provide access to the register of inmates held in their correctional facilities on their websites. Fulton County offers an Inmate Search Database service that members of the public can use to look up information on inmates held in the Fulton County Jail.

How to Find Old Inmate Records in Georgia

The Georgia Department of Corrections generates and manages inmate records of active and released offenders. To access records of former inmates, querying parties can prepare and send a written request to the GDC's mailing address:

Inmate Records and Information
P.O. Box 1529,
Forsyth, GA 31029

Inmate Release Date Lookup In Georgia

The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) maintains an Offender Search tool that provides public access to inmate information, including custody status, facility assignment, and release eligibility. Searches can be conducted using an inmate's name or GDC ID number. Additional inquiries may be directed to the GDC's central office in Forsyth or the specific facility housing the inmate. County jails also publish inmate and release information independently through their Sheriff's offices. Certain restrictions apply to sensitive cases or inmates under protective classifications, which may limit access to full release details.

How do I Conduct a Federal Prison Inmate Search?

There are five federal prison facilities located in Georgia. Individuals can search inmates online using the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) Inmate Locator tool. Querying parties can search by the inmate's BOP register, FBI, or DCDC numbers. Users can also input the inmate's full name, race, age, and gender in the Find By Name section to retrieve inmate information. The BOP updates the inmate database daily. Individuals having trouble finding an inmate can contact the bureau via a phone call at (202) 307–3198. Inquirers can also send written complaints and address them to the bureau's location:

Federal Bureau of Prisons
320 First Street, NW
Washington, DC 20534

How Long Does It Take for An Inmate's Information to Be Published in Georgia Inmate Locator?

While it is not explicitly stated how long it takes for an inmate's information to be uploaded to the GDC's website, in most cases, changes to an inmate's records are available within 24 hours after the change was effected on their internal systems.

Why Is An Inmate Not Showing Up In Search?

In Georgia, inmates may not appear in a search if they are held in federal custody, housed in another jurisdiction, or newly admitted without the system being updated. Juvenile inmates are also excluded from public databases by law. Inmates in protective custody may have restricted listings to preserve security. Data-entry errors or the use of incomplete identifiers may also prevent results from appearing.