Find Coweta County Background Check

Running a Coweta County background check starts at the Sheriff's Office in Newnan, the county seat located south of Atlanta. Coweta County is part of the Coweta Judicial Circuit and has a growing population that now exceeds 150,000 residents. The sheriff's office handles criminal record requests and keeps local arrest data, warrant records, and booking information on file. Newnan serves as the main hub for county services. State-level databases through the Georgia Bureau of Investigation also hold Coweta County criminal history for anyone who prefers an online or fingerprint-based approach to running a check.

Coweta County Sheriff Background Check

The Coweta County Sheriff's Office is at 560 Greison Trail in Newnan. Sheriff Lenn Wood leads the department. You can reach them at 770-253-1502 to ask about background check procedures, fees, and hours. Most people get a background check by going in person. The staff performs a name-based search that pulls from local arrest records and the Georgia Crime Information Center database. This gives results tied to Coweta County criminal history and sometimes statewide data as well. Bring a valid photo ID and the required fee.

Coweta County has been growing steadily, which means the sheriff's office stays fairly busy. Wait times depend on the day and how many people are ahead of you. Some name-based checks come back the same day. If state processing is involved, results may take a few extra business days. The office also tracks active warrants and maintains booking records from the county jail. For more specific case details, the staff can refer you to the clerk of superior court.

Getting there early in the morning tends to cut down on wait time. The office handles many functions, and background checks are just one part of their workload.

Criminal Records in Coweta County

Criminal history records in Coweta County come from the Coweta Judicial Circuit. The superior court deals with felony cases. Misdemeanors and preliminary matters go through state court and magistrate court. All of these generate records that become part of the public record system. The clerk of superior court in Coweta County keeps case files at the courthouse in Newnan. You can go there to look through dockets and review case documents that are not sealed.

Georgia statute O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34 gives private citizens the right to request criminal history records for approved purposes. Not every record will be available to you. The First Offender Act allows certain individuals who finish their sentence to restrict their conviction from public view. A Coweta County background check might miss cases that have been restricted. Felony convictions are harder to seal and typically stay on the record longer than misdemeanors.

Note: If you need to verify whether a specific case is restricted, ask the clerk of court directly.

State Background Check for Coweta County

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation operates the statewide criminal history database. Coweta County arrest and conviction data feeds into this system through the Georgia Crime Information Center. You can access these records without visiting Newnan.

The Georgia Felon Search is an online tool costing $15 per search. It shows felony convictions statewide, including those from Coweta County. Enter a name and get instant results. Only felony convictions appear. Misdemeanor charges and arrests without convictions are not included. This is a fast first step for anyone who needs a basic Coweta County background check focused on felony history.

The GAPS fingerprint system through IdentoGo is a more thorough option. Fingerprint-based searches check both state and federal databases. Results come back in one to two business days. The cost is higher, but the scope of the search is much wider. Coweta County is close enough to Atlanta that residents can find IdentoGo fingerprinting locations without a long drive.

Check gbi.georgia.gov/services for all the background check services the GBI makes available.

The GBI portal shown here provides access to statewide criminal records, including Coweta County data.

Coweta County Background Check Fees

A Coweta County background check costs different amounts depending on which method you choose. The sheriff's office charges between $15 and $25 for a local name-based check. Call 770-253-1502 to confirm. The GBI's felon search is $15 online. Fingerprint-based checks through GAPS cost more and include a separate fee for the fingerprinting service at the IdentoGo location.

Payment options at the sheriff's office may include cash, money orders, and possibly cards. Calling ahead is the best way to make sure you have the right form of payment. Showing up without the correct payment means you leave empty-handed and have to come back.

Requesting Coweta County Records by Mail

If you cannot get to Newnan, you can try requesting a Coweta County background check by mail. Send your written request to the Coweta County Sheriff's Office at 560 Greison Trail, Newnan, GA 30263. Include your full name, date of birth, and a copy of your photo ID. Add a money order for the processing fee. Do not mail cash. The office will run the search and send the results to the return address you provide. Expect longer turnaround with mail requests due to transit time on both ends of the process.

Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, there are legal rules about who can get criminal history records and what the data can be used for. The sheriff's office can decline your request if it does not meet the standards set by Georgia law. Review the statute requirements before you submit your request.

Coweta County Sheriff Contact

Get in touch with the Coweta County Sheriff's Office for background check questions. The Georgia Sheriffs' Association keeps an online directory you can use to verify contact details for any Georgia sheriff.

• Address: 560 Greison Trail, Newnan, GA 30263
• Phone: 770-253-1502
• Sheriff: Lenn Wood
• Hours: Call to confirm current office hours

Coweta County is a growing area with a busy sheriff's office. Background checks are one of many services the office provides. Planning your visit in advance and calling to confirm details will help you get your Coweta County background check done without unnecessary hassle or wasted time.

Cities in Coweta County

Newnan is the largest city in Coweta County and serves as the county seat. Background checks for Newnan residents are handled through the county sheriff's office.

Nearby Counties

Coweta County borders several counties southwest of Atlanta. If you need to search beyond Coweta County, these nearby pages may be helpful.