Taliaferro County Background Check

Taliaferro County background check records are held at the Sheriff's Office in Crawfordville. This is the least populated county in Georgia, with only a few hundred residents. It falls under the Northern Judicial Circuit. Criminal history data comes from local law enforcement, court proceedings, and statewide records kept by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. Due to the county's tiny size, the sheriff's office is a small operation. State-level search tools are often a more practical way to check Taliaferro County criminal records.

Taliaferro County Sheriff Check

Sheriff Tia McWilliams heads the Taliaferro County Sheriff's Office. The mailing address is PO Box 97, Crawfordville, GA 30631. The phone number is 706-456-2345. The office can process name-based criminal history searches using local records and the Georgia Crime Information Center database. Bring a valid photo ID and the processing fee to start a background check.

Taliaferro County is extremely small. The sheriff's office has very limited staff and resources compared to any other county in Georgia. Background check services may only be available at certain times, and the office could be focused on other law enforcement duties when you arrive. Calling 706-456-2345 before you go is essential. You need to confirm the office is open and that someone is available to handle your request. When the office can process your check, simple name searches may return results quickly because the local volume of records is very low.

Court Records in Taliaferro County

Taliaferro County belongs to the Northern Judicial Circuit. The superior court processes felony cases, and the clerk of superior court in Crawfordville keeps those files. Given the county's small population, the number of court cases is minimal compared to most Georgia counties. Magistrate court records for minor offenses are also maintained locally. Both types of records are public and can be reviewed at the courthouse in Crawfordville.

Georgia law under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34 allows private citizens to request criminal history data from the GBI. Some records may be restricted from public view. The First Offender Act can keep certain convictions off the public record after the defendant finishes their sentence. Juvenile records and sealed cases also do not appear in a standard background check. Even in a tiny county like Taliaferro, these rules still apply to every case processed through the court system.

State Search Options

Because Taliaferro County is so small, state-level tools are often the most practical way to run a background check. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation maintains the central criminal history database for all 159 counties, and Taliaferro County data is included.

The Georgia Felon Search costs $15 and gives you instant felony conviction results statewide. Enter a name and see if there are any felony convictions tied to Taliaferro County or anywhere else in Georgia. Only felony convictions appear. This is a fast and simple tool that works from any computer or phone.

For a deeper search, the GAPS fingerprint system through IdentoGo checks both state and FBI databases. This fingerprint-based method gives the most thorough results and covers national records. Processing takes one to two business days. Taliaferro County residents will need to travel to a larger city for fingerprinting, as Crawfordville does not have an IdentoGo location. Augusta or another nearby metro area is the closest option.

The GBI services page has details on all available search methods.

This portal connects to the statewide databases that hold criminal history records from Taliaferro County.

Taliaferro County Check Fees

A background check at the Taliaferro County Sheriff's Office generally costs between $15 and $25. Call 706-456-2345 to confirm. The state felon search charges $15 per name. GAPS fingerprint-based checks cost more because of dual processing through state and federal databases plus the fingerprinting service fee.

Payment methods in very small Georgia counties are usually limited to cash and money orders. Do not assume the office takes cards. Check before you visit.

Mail Requests for Taliaferro County

Send mail-in background check requests to the Taliaferro County Sheriff's Office, PO Box 97, Crawfordville, GA 30631. Include your full name, date of birth, a copy of your photo ID, and a money order for the fee. Do not send cash. The office will process the check and return results by mail. Allow one to two weeks for the full process. Given the small size of this office, response times can vary.

Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, Georgia law sets rules on who can request criminal records and for what purpose. State why you need the check in your letter. The office can deny requests that do not meet the legal standards.

Contact the Sheriff's Office

Reach the Taliaferro County Sheriff's Office for background check questions at the details below. The Georgia Sheriffs' Association keeps a full directory of county sheriffs in Georgia.

• Mailing Address: PO Box 97, Crawfordville, GA 30631
• Phone: 706-456-2345
• Sheriff: Tia McWilliams

Crawfordville is a very small community. Services are limited, and the sheriff's office handles everything from patrols to court security. Always call first to make sure your Taliaferro County background check request can be processed during your visit.

Nearby Counties

Taliaferro County is surrounded by other east-central Georgia counties. These pages have background check details for the area.