Search Coweta County Criminal Records

Coweta County criminal court records are managed by the Clerk of Superior Court at the Justice Center on Greenville Street in Newnan. The county has its own judicial circuit, and the court system handles felony and misdemeanor cases for all of Coweta County. You can search criminal records through the online Case Management Search tool or visit the clerk office in person. The State Court also has a separate clerk who handles misdemeanor filings. Between the two courts, Coweta County processes a steady flow of criminal cases each year. Copy fees, court schedules, and filing details are all available through the clerk offices at the Justice Center.

Coweta County Criminal Court Clerk

Niki Sewell is the Clerk of Superior Court for Coweta County. Her office sits in the Justice Center at 72 Greenville Street in Newnan. This is the main location for criminal court records in the county. Staff handle felony case filings, criminal dispositions, and all related paperwork. The phone number is (770) 254-2690. Fax requests go to (770) 254-3700. The mailing address is P.O. Box 943, Newnan, GA 30264. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Jennifer Goodall serves as the Chief Deputy and can help when the clerk is not available.

The Court Services division at (770) 254-2695 handles questions about criminal case status, court dates, and how to get copies of filings. Walk-ins are welcome during business hours. Bring a valid ID if you plan to request records in person. The clerk staff can search by name or case number and pull up criminal court files from the Coweta County system.

The GSCCCA clerk page for Coweta County shows contact info and links for the clerk office in the statewide system.

The GSCCCA connects users to clerk offices across all 159 Georgia counties. From the Coweta County page, you can find links to the clerk's office and the statewide search tools for real estate and lien records. A standard GSCCCA account runs $14.95 per month, and premium access costs $29.95.

Note: Fine payment windows close at 4:30 PM, so arrive early if you need to pay fines or fees at the State Court Clerk office.

Searching Coweta County Criminal Records

Coweta County gives you a few options for finding criminal court records. The fastest path is the online Case Management Search tool. This lets you look up cases from home without calling or driving to the courthouse. You can search by name, case number, or date range. The system shows case status, charges, court dates, and filed documents for criminal matters in Coweta County.

The Coweta County Case Management Search is the direct link to the online criminal records search tool for the county.

In person requests work too. Go to the Justice Center at 72 Greenville Street in Newnan. Tell the clerk staff what you are looking for. They can search the system and make copies on the spot. Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, criminal court records in Georgia are public. Anyone can request them. You do not need a reason. The Coweta County Clerk must respond within three business days. The first 15 minutes of search time are free under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-71, and standard copies cost $0.10 per page.

Coweta County also posts its own copy fee schedule. Certified copies run $2.50 for the first page and $0.50 for each page after that. Uncertified copies cost $1.00 per page. These fees apply to criminal court records and other case documents from the clerk office. If you need a certified copy for legal use, plan to pay the higher rate. eFiling is also available for attorneys and parties to a case through the Odyssey eFileGA system.

Coweta County Courts and Case Types

Several courts in Coweta County handle criminal matters. The Superior Court takes felony cases. These include violent crimes, drug trafficking charges, burglary, and other serious offenses. The Superior Court phone is (770) 254-2698. The State Court handles misdemeanor cases, traffic violations, and some civil matters. Sheila W. Echols serves as the State Court Clerk at (770) 254-2699. Both courts sit in the Justice Center on Greenville Street. Each court creates its own set of criminal court records that the respective clerk offices keep on file.

Magistrate Court at 72 Greenville Street, Suite 1200 handles warrant applications, preliminary hearings, and bond matters in Coweta County. Call (770) 254-2610 to reach that court. Juvenile Court is at the Juvenile Justice Center, 78 Greenville Street, and handles cases for minors. The phone there is (770) 254-3730. Probate Court at 200 Court Square deals with estates and guardianship but also has limited jurisdiction over certain misdemeanor traffic offenses. You can reach Probate Court at (770) 254-2640 or email cowetaprobate@coweta.ga.us.

The Coweta County Superior Court Clerk page has links to court services, forms, and contact info for criminal record requests.

Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, some criminal records in Georgia can be restricted from public view. Arrests that did not result in a conviction may qualify. Certain misdemeanor convictions are eligible after four years with no other convictions during that time. Cases on a dead docket for more than 12 months can also be restricted. Georgia caps record restrictions at two per lifetime for misdemeanor convictions. Agencies may charge up to $50 to process the request.

Coweta County Criminal Records Online

Beyond the local Case Management Search, several state tools can help you find criminal court records tied to Coweta County. The E-Access to Court Records portal links to case data from courts across Georgia. You will need an account. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority indexes real estate and lien records from all 159 counties and serves as a directory for clerk offices statewide.

The GSCCCA search portal lets you look up filings across the state. While it focuses on real estate and liens, the portal can point you to the right clerk for criminal case files in Coweta County or any other Georgia county. The FANS (Filing Activity Notification System) is a free tool that monitors new filings tied to your name or property statewide.

The Coweta County State Court Clerk page has details on misdemeanor cases, traffic violations, and the court docket for cases handled outside of Superior Court. This is worth checking if you think the criminal case you need was filed as a misdemeanor rather than a felony.

Getting Criminal Records in Coweta County

For your own criminal history, you can visit the Coweta County Sheriff's Office. Ask for a "Purpose Code U" report. This is the standard way to get your Georgia criminal history for personal use. The sheriff's office also handles open records requests. Send an email to ccsoopenrecords@coweta.ga.us or mail your request to 560 Greison Trail, Newnan, GA 30263. The GBI Criminal History Records Helpline at (404) 244-2639 option 3 can answer questions about your criminal record statewide, including any cases from Coweta County.

Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34, the Georgia Crime Information Center can share criminal history data with defense attorneys who submit a written request. The request must include the case style, case number, and identifying information for the subject. Fees apply, though they are waived for indigent defendants. Attorneys in Coweta County use this route when they prep for trial and need to review a client's full criminal history from across the state.

To request criminal court records from the Coweta County Clerk, you will need:

• Full name of the person you are searching for
• Date of birth or approximate age
• Case number if available
• Type of case (felony or misdemeanor)
• Whether you need certified or uncertified copies

Coweta County warns residents about jury scam calls. The court will not contact you by phone with threats or fines. If you get a call like that, it is a scam. Real court notices come by mail to the address on file with the court. Keep your address up to date with the clerk if you have a pending case so you do not miss any legal notices.

Note: The GBI Open Records Unit stopped accepting email requests in December 2023, so use their online portal or send requests by mail.

Cities in Coweta County

Newnan is the county seat and the largest city in Coweta County. Criminal cases from Newnan and other communities in the county go through the Coweta County Superior Court or State Court system at the Justice Center on Greenville Street. Other towns in Coweta County include Senoia, Sharpsburg, Turin, Moreland, Haralson, and Grantville. All criminal filings from these areas are handled by the Coweta County court system.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Coweta County. If you are not sure which county handles a criminal case, check the address where the arrest took place. Criminal cases must be filed in the county where the alleged crime occurred.