Access Evans County Criminal Records

Evans County criminal court records are stored at the Clerk of Superior Court office in Claxton. This small southeast Georgia county processes felony and misdemeanor cases through its court system, and the clerk office on Main Street is where all case files are kept. You can visit in person to search criminal records, or use statewide online tools for basic case lookups. The clerk staff handles copy requests, court date inquiries, and docket searches during normal business hours. Evans County sits between Bulloch and Tattnall counties, and its court system serves residents from Claxton, Daisy, and the surrounding rural areas.

Evans County Court Clerk Office

The Clerk of Superior Court in Evans County manages all criminal court records for the county. The office sits at 3 W. Main Street in Claxton. Call (912) 739-3868 to check on a case or ask about filing procedures. Staff at this office pull case files, look up court dates, and make copies of criminal records for anyone who asks. Walk-ins are welcome during regular hours. Most basic requests are handled right away, though older case files that have been moved to storage may take a bit longer to retrieve.

The GSCCCA page for Evans County lists clerk contact details and links to statewide filing data that covers Evans County court records.

From this page you can confirm the Evans County clerk address and phone. It also connects to the statewide filing index maintained by the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority.

Note: Bring a valid photo ID when you visit the Evans County clerk office for criminal records.

Searching Evans County Criminal Records

There are a few ways to search for criminal court records in Evans County. Going to the clerk office in Claxton is the most direct. Staff can search by name or case number and make copies on the spot. Copy fees are $0.10 per page under Georgia law. The first 15 minutes of search time are free under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-71. After that first quarter hour, the office can charge based on the hourly rate of the lowest paid qualified staff member. Most criminal record lookups in Evans County are simple and take just a few minutes.

Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, criminal court records in Georgia are public records. Anyone can ask to see them. You do not need to explain why you want them. The clerk must respond within three business days. You can also mail a written request to the clerk at 3 W. Main Street, Claxton, GA 30417 if you cannot visit in person. Include the person's full name, any case numbers, and a check for copy fees.

To search criminal records in Evans County, bring or include:

• Full name of the person
• Date of birth or age if you have it
• Case number if available
• Whether the case was a felony or misdemeanor

Criminal Cases in Evans County

Evans County Superior Court handles felony cases. Drug charges, armed robbery, aggravated assault, and other serious crimes go through this court. The State Court takes misdemeanors like simple battery, minor drug possession, shoplifting, and criminal trespass. Magistrate Court handles preliminary hearings and sets bonds for people who have been arrested. All three courts create records that the Evans County Clerk of Superior Court keeps on file. Once a case is closed, those records are open to the public under Georgia's Open Records Act.

The District Attorney handles felony prosecutions in Evans County. The Solicitor General manages misdemeanor cases. Both offices create files and documents that become part of the criminal court record. Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72, records from active criminal investigations may be held back from public view until the investigation wraps up. But basic docket data, court dates, and party names are usually available even while a case is still open.

Evans County Records Online

Evans County does not have its own online portal for court records. Statewide tools are your best option for online access. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority indexes filings from all 159 counties. GSCCCA mainly covers real estate and lien records, but it can help you find the right clerk for criminal data. A regular GSCCCA account costs $14.95 per month and premium access is $29.95.

The E-Access to Court Records portal is another statewide option. It connects you to case data from courts across Georgia. You need to create an account to search. For Evans County criminal records, this lets you check case status from home instead of driving to Claxton. The Georgia Supreme Court Docket Search covers appellate cases if a criminal matter from Evans County went to a higher court.

For your own criminal history, go to the Evans County Sheriff's Office and ask for a Purpose Code U report. That is the standard way to get your Georgia criminal record for personal use. The GBI Criminal History Records Helpline at (404) 244-2639 option 3 can answer questions about your record. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, some criminal records may be restricted from public view. Arrests that did not lead to a conviction and certain misdemeanor convictions after four years can qualify. Evans County residents start the process through the District Attorney for arrests on or after July 1, 2013.

Note: Agencies in Georgia may charge up to $50 to process a criminal record restriction request.

Evans County Criminal Record Restriction

Record restriction hides certain criminal history records from public searches in Georgia. Law enforcement and judges still have access. The old term was expungement, but the state now calls it restriction. Arrests that did not lead to a conviction can qualify. Some misdemeanor convictions are eligible after four years if you have no other convictions. Cases on the dead docket for more than 12 months may also qualify. For arrests on or after July 1, 2013, contact the District Attorney in Evans County. For earlier arrests, go through the arresting law enforcement agency.

Georgia caps each person at two misdemeanor conviction restrictions over a lifetime. Violent felonies and sex offenses are not eligible. Time-expired restrictions can kick in on their own if GCIC does not get a disposition within two years for misdemeanors or four years for felonies. To check if your Evans County record qualifies, call the GBI at (404) 244-2639 option 3.

Cities in Evans County

All criminal cases from cities and towns in Evans County go through the Superior Court or State Court in Claxton. The courthouse on Main Street handles felony and misdemeanor filings from the entire county.

Cities and towns in Evans County include Claxton, Daisy, Hagan, and Bellville. Criminal cases from these areas are all processed through the Evans County court system.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Evans County. Criminal cases must be filed in the county where the alleged crime occurred. Check the arrest address if you are unsure which county to contact.