Tucker Background Check Records

A Tucker background check pulls records from DeKalb County agencies since Tucker sits in the heart of the county. The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office and DeKalb County Police Services both process background checks for Tucker residents. Tucker has its own city government and police department, but the county agencies are the main sources for criminal history data. With just over 37,000 people, Tucker is a mid-size city in one of Georgia's most populous counties. Records from Tucker flow into the DeKalb County system and then up to the statewide database at the GBI.

DeKalb County Sheriff Background Check

The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office processes background checks for Tucker and the rest of DeKalb County. Sheriff Melody Maddox runs the office at 4415 Memorial Drive in Decatur. The phone number is 404-298-8111. Bring a valid photo ID and the name and date of birth of the person you want to search. The sheriff's staff will run the name through DeKalb County files and the state criminal history system managed by the Georgia Crime Information Center.

The fee for a background check at the DeKalb Sheriff's Office falls under the $20 state cap. Call ahead to confirm the exact amount and acceptable payment methods. Some offices require money orders while others take cash. The search covers all of DeKalb County, not just Tucker. That means records from Stonecrest, Brookhaven, Dunwoody, Chamblee, and the unincorporated areas of DeKalb all show up in the same search. If someone has lived in different parts of the county, one visit to the sheriff's office covers everything local.

Note: Call 404-298-8111 before visiting to confirm the current fee and payment methods at the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office.

DeKalb Police and Tucker Records

DeKalb County Police Services also handles background checks. The Tucker precinct is at 1960 West Exchange Place in Tucker, GA 30084. The main phone number is 404-294-2911. DeKalb Police is separate from the sheriff's office. It functions as the county police department and handles patrol, investigations, and records for much of DeKalb County including Tucker. A background check through DeKalb Police pulls from the same state database but may also include police-specific incident records.

The Tucker Police Department is the city-level law enforcement agency. Tucker became a city in 2016 and set up its own police force. The Tucker police handle local calls and patrols within city limits. For a Tucker background check, you may want to check with the city police as well as the county agencies. The city police hold records for incidents they responded to. County agencies hold broader county-wide data. Between the three agencies, you can get a thorough picture of criminal history tied to the Tucker area.

Having multiple agencies in one area is typical for DeKalb County. The county is heavily populated with several incorporated cities, each with its own police. But the county sheriff and county police are the main hubs for criminal history records. A Tucker background check that covers all three levels gives the most complete results.

Tucker Background Check Fees

• DeKalb County Sheriff: up to $20, call to confirm payment method
• DeKalb County Police: up to $20, call 404-294-2911
• Georgia Felon Search: $15 online, felony convictions only
• GAPS fingerprint check: varies by IdentoGO location

The state caps the fee at $20 under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34. Both the sheriff and county police must follow this limit. The Georgia Felon Search is a cheaper alternative at $15 per search, but it only shows felony convictions. No arrests, no misdemeanors, no pending cases. For a deeper Tucker background check that includes everything on file, visit a local agency in person. The GAPS fingerprint system is the most thorough. It pulls from both GBI and FBI databases and catches out-of-state records.

State Tools for Tucker Checks

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation manages the statewide criminal history system. The Georgia Crime Information Center is the central database where all Tucker arrest records end up. The GCIC does not offer name-based searches to the public. You need to go through a local agency to run a name check. This is a statewide rule, not specific to Tucker or DeKalb County.

Georgia Felon Search at felonsearch.ga.gov is the state's public online search tool. It costs $15. You enter a name and get felony conviction results by email almost right away. For Tucker, this tool shows any Georgia felony convictions tied to that person's name. It does not show DeKalb County misdemeanor records, arrest data, or cases from other states. Think of it as a quick first step. If the Felon Search comes back clean, it does not mean the person has no record. It means they have no felony convictions in Georgia.

Note: Georgia Felon Search only covers felony convictions and will not show misdemeanor or arrest records from Tucker or DeKalb County.

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The DeKalb County Police Services page shows available services for background check requests in the Tucker area.

DeKalb County Police Services processes background checks for Tucker and other communities throughout DeKalb County.

Georgia Law and Tucker Records

Georgia law governs all background checks in Tucker. Record restriction under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37 means some records will not appear in a standard Tucker background check. Dismissed charges, acquittals, and certain other case outcomes can be restricted from public view. The record still exists in the state system. It just does not show up when someone runs a search. This is not the same as expungement. The data stays on file but is hidden from most results.

The First Offender Act under O.C.G.A. § 42-8-60 also affects Tucker background check results. A person who completed their sentence under this act does not show a conviction on standard checks. It still exists in the system but reads differently. First offender sentences are common in Georgia courts, including DeKalb County. This means a background check that comes back showing no convictions may still involve someone who went through the court system. The law protects first offenders who completed their terms successfully.

These rules apply everywhere in Georgia. But in a busy county like DeKalb, which handles a large volume of cases each year, you run into these situations more often. Understanding the limits of what a Tucker background check can show helps you interpret the results.

Tucker Contact Information

Here is the contact information for agencies that handle a Tucker background check. Call before visiting to check hours and payment details. DeKalb County offices are in Decatur, the county seat. The Tucker precinct of DeKalb Police is in Tucker itself. The Tucker Police Department operates out of city hall.

• DeKalb County Sheriff: 4415 Memorial Drive, Decatur, GA 30032, 404-298-8111
• DeKalb County Police (Tucker): 1960 West Exchange Place, Tucker, GA 30084, 404-294-2911
• Tucker Police: tuckerga.gov/police
• Georgia Sheriffs Directory: georgiasheriffs.org/resources/sheriffs-by-county/

For a complete Tucker background check, consider checking with the DeKalb County Sheriff and the county police. If the person lived in Tucker specifically, the city police may have additional records for incidents they handled. Between these three sources, you get the most thorough local picture. Add the state Felon Search or GAPS fingerprint check for statewide or nationwide coverage.

Nearby Cities

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