Find Bryan County Background Checks

Bryan County background check records are available through the Sheriff's Office in Pembroke, Georgia. The county is just west of Savannah and has seen strong population growth in recent years. A Bryan County background check draws from local arrest records, jail booking data, and criminal case files from the Atlantic Judicial Circuit. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation stores Bryan County criminal history in its statewide database. With its growing population, Bryan County processes more background check requests than many smaller rural counties nearby. This page covers the different ways to search for criminal records in Bryan County and what each method involves.

Bryan County Sheriff Background Check Process

Sheriff Mark Crowe leads the Bryan County Sheriff's Office at 95 Sgt Robert W Crapse Drive, Pembroke, GA 31321. The phone number is 912-653-3800. The office processes name-based criminal history searches using local Bryan County records and the Georgia Crime Information Center database. Bring a valid photo ID and your full legal name and date of birth when you come in for a background check request.

Bryan County has been one of the fastest-growing counties in Georgia. The sheriff's office has expanded its services to keep up with the demand. Walk-in visits are the normal way to get a Bryan County background check. The office in Pembroke handles a steady number of requests. Simple name searches may produce same-day results. Checks that require state-level verification or involve multiple records take longer. Call 912-653-3800 to check hours and staffing before you visit.

The Bryan County jail booking records are kept by the sheriff's office and show recent arrests and charges within the county.

Bryan County Criminal History Records

Bryan County is part of the Atlantic Judicial Circuit for superior court matters. Criminal cases from this circuit are public records maintained by the Bryan County Clerk of Superior Court at the courthouse in Pembroke. Case files include felony indictments, plea bargains, trial outcomes, and sentencing details. You can visit the clerk's office and ask to review specific case records. These are generally public documents, though some restrictions apply under Georgia law.

Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34, the GBI sets conditions for releasing criminal history records to private citizens. Not all Bryan County records are available in a standard background check. Sealed cases stay hidden. Juvenile records are restricted. Cases handled under the First Offender Act may not appear either. The First Offender Act lets eligible defendants avoid a public conviction record after completing their sentence. So a Bryan County background check shows what is legally available for public access, which might not cover every case that passed through the courts.

State Background Check Options for Bryan County

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation maintains the central criminal history system for the entire state. Bryan County records are included. You can search from anywhere using two main state tools.

The Georgia Felon Search charges $15 per name search. It checks for felony convictions in all 159 Georgia counties. Bryan County felony records show up when there is a match. Results come back right away. This tool is limited to felony convictions only. Misdemeanors, arrests without conviction, and pending cases do not appear. For a quick Bryan County background check targeting serious criminal history, it does the job.

The GAPS fingerprint-based check through IdentoGo is far more thorough. Fingerprints get matched against GBI and FBI databases. This means a Bryan County background check through GAPS can show records from other states as well. Results take 24 to 48 hours. You must go to an IdentoGo location to be fingerprinted. Bryan County residents can likely find a site in Savannah in neighboring Chatham County. The cost is higher, but the depth of results makes it the best choice when you need a complete criminal history picture from Bryan County and beyond.

More information is on the GBI services page.

Bryan County criminal records are stored in this statewide GBI system along with data from all other Georgia counties.

Bryan County Background Check Fees

A background check at the Bryan County Sheriff's Office costs between $15 and $25 for a name-based search. The Georgia Felon Search charges $15 online. GAPS fingerprint checks are priced higher. Call 912-653-3800 to get the current exact fee at the Bryan County office before visiting.

Payment options at the Bryan County Sheriff's Office may include cash, money orders, and potentially cards. The county has grown enough that many local offices have updated their payment systems. Still, it is smart to confirm before you go. For mail requests, a money order is the safest payment method.

Mail Requests for Bryan County Background Checks

If visiting Pembroke is not possible, you can request a Bryan County background check by mail. Send your request to the Bryan County Sheriff's Office at 95 Sgt Robert W Crapse Drive, Pembroke, GA 31321. Include a written request with your full name, date of birth, a photocopy of your ID, and a money order for the fee. State your reason for the request. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, you must have a lawful purpose for requesting criminal history records. The office processes mail requests and returns results to your address. Allow one to two weeks for the full process.

Note: Mail requests for Bryan County background checks take longer than walk-in visits, so plan ahead if you have a deadline.

Contact Bryan County Sheriff's Office

Here is the contact information for the Bryan County Sheriff's Office. You can also verify details through the Georgia Sheriffs' Association directory.

• Address: 95 Sgt Robert W Crapse Drive, Pembroke, GA 31321
• Phone: 912-653-3800
• Sheriff: Mark Crowe

Bryan County is next to Chatham County, home to Savannah and Pooler. Residents of Bryan County have access to additional resources in that larger metro area. For Bryan County records specifically, the sheriff's office in Pembroke remains the local authority for background check requests. Call the office to get started.

Nearby Counties

Bryan County sits near these counties in the coastal Georgia region. Background check records from neighboring counties go through their own sheriff offices.