Baldwin County Criminal Records Search

Baldwin County criminal court records are stored at the courthouse in Milledgeville by the Clerk of Superior Court. This central Georgia county processes felony and misdemeanor criminal cases through its local courts, and the clerk office serves as the main point of access for public records requests. You can search for criminal case files by visiting the clerk office on North Wilkinson Street, by calling or faxing a request, or by using Georgia's statewide online databases. Baldwin County sits at the geographic center of the state, and the courthouse in Milledgeville handles a moderate volume of criminal cases. Staff can help you locate specific case files and provide copies during business hours.

Baldwin County Clerk of Court

Mitch Longino is the Clerk of Superior Court in Baldwin County. His office handles all criminal court records that pass through the county courts. The clerk office is at 121 N. Wilkinson St., Suite 209, in Milledgeville. The main phone number is (478) 445-4007. The fax line is (478) 445-6039. Staff can search records, pull case files, and make copies for you. Walk-ins are welcome during business hours, and phone inquiries are handled the same day in most cases.

The GSCCCA page for Baldwin County has the clerk contact details and connects to the county's filing index through the statewide system.

This page shows the official clerk info for Baldwin County and gives you access to the GSCCCA filing database that covers records from all Georgia counties.

Note: Bring a photo ID if you plan to visit the Baldwin County clerk office to request criminal court records in person.

Searching Baldwin County Criminal Records

There are several ways to search for criminal court records in Baldwin County. Visiting the clerk office in Milledgeville is the most direct option. Staff can look up cases by name or case number and provide copies on the spot. Copies cost $0.10 per page under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-71. The first 15 minutes of staff search time are free. You can also call (478) 445-4007 to ask about a specific case or fax your request to (478) 445-6039.

Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, Georgia's Open Records Act makes criminal court records public. You have the right to inspect and copy them. No reason is needed. The Baldwin County clerk must respond within three business days. Written requests can be mailed to the clerk at 121 N. Wilkinson St., Suite 209, Milledgeville, GA 31061. The same three-day deadline applies to all request types, whether in person, by phone, or in writing.

To search criminal records in Baldwin County, you should have:

• Full name of the person
• Date of birth if known
• Case number if available
• Type of charge (felony or misdemeanor)

Criminal Courts in Baldwin County

Baldwin County Superior Court handles felony cases. Drug charges, violent crimes, burglary, and other serious offenses all go through this court. The State Court takes misdemeanor cases like DUI, simple assault, and petty theft. Magistrate Court holds preliminary hearings, sets bonds, and handles warrant applications. All three courts sit at the courthouse complex in Milledgeville. Each creates criminal records that the Baldwin County Clerk maintains on file. Milledgeville is a college town, and the court system sees cases from across the area, including some tied to the local university population.

The criminal case process in Baldwin County follows standard Georgia procedure. An arrest occurs. Charges get filed. The case moves through hearings, possible plea negotiations, and maybe a trial. Every step produces documents that go into the court file. Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72, records of active investigations may be exempt from disclosure. But once a case wraps up, the full record is generally open to the public. Court docket info and hearing dates are available even for pending cases in most situations.

Baldwin County Records Online Access

For online access to Baldwin County criminal records, start with the statewide tools. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority indexes filings from all 159 Georgia counties. It focuses on real estate and lien records but can direct you to the right clerk for criminal case files. A regular account costs $14.95 per month. The E-Access to Court Records portal lets you search case data from participating courts across the state. You need an account to use it. Both tools cover Baldwin County.

To get your own criminal history, visit the Baldwin County Sheriff's Office and ask for a Purpose Code U report. This is the standard way in Georgia to get a copy of your record for personal use. The GBI Criminal History page explains the full process. The GBI helpline at (404) 244-2639 option 3 can answer questions about records from Baldwin County or any other county in the state. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34, attorneys can also request criminal history information from the Georgia Crime Information Center for trial preparation. A written request with case details and subject info is required.

Note: The GBI Open Records Unit no longer accepts email requests. Use their online portal or mail your request.

Record Restriction in Baldwin County

Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, certain criminal records in Georgia can be restricted from public view. This is what Georgia calls record restriction, which replaced the old term expungement. The records are not destroyed. They are hidden from public access but remain visible to law enforcement and judges. In Baldwin County, you can start the process through the District Attorney for arrests on or after July 1, 2013. For older arrests, contact the arresting agency. Agencies may charge up to $50 for the request.

Record restriction applies to arrests without a conviction, certain misdemeanor convictions after a four-year wait, and dead docket cases over 12 months old. Georgia limits each person to two misdemeanor conviction restrictions in their lifetime. Violent felonies and sex crimes are not eligible. Time-expired restrictions happen on their own when the Georgia Crime Information Center does not get a disposition within the set time. That is two years for misdemeanors, four years for felonies, and seven years for serious violent felonies. Check with the GBI at (404) 244-2639 option 3 to see if a Baldwin County criminal record qualifies for restriction.

Cities in Baldwin County

All criminal cases from Baldwin County cities and towns go through the Superior Court or State Court in Milledgeville. The courthouse on North Wilkinson Street handles felony and misdemeanor filings from across the county.

Cities and towns in Baldwin County include Milledgeville and Hardwick. Criminal cases from these areas are processed by the Baldwin County court system.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Baldwin County. Criminal cases are filed in the county where the arrest took place. If you need records from a neighboring county, contact that county's clerk office directly.