Criminal Records in Pulaski County

Pulaski County criminal court records are maintained by the Clerk of Superior Court in Hawkinsville. This central Georgia county processes felony and misdemeanor cases through its court system, and the clerk office on West Commerce Street keeps all criminal filings. You can search for criminal records in Pulaski County by calling the clerk, visiting the courthouse in person, or using statewide online tools. The staff can pull case files, look up court dates, and provide copies of criminal court records during business hours. Hawkinsville is the county seat, and all criminal filings from across Pulaski County come through this courthouse.

Pulaski County Criminal Court Clerk

The Clerk of Superior Court in Pulaski County manages all criminal court records for the county. The office is at 112 W. Commerce Street in Hawkinsville. Call (478) 783-1911 to check on a case or ask about a filing. Staff can search by name or case number and pull the records you need. Pulaski County is part of the Houston Judicial Circuit, so some judges and court resources are shared with neighboring counties. But all criminal records filed in Pulaski County stay with the clerk office in Hawkinsville. Walk-in visits are welcome during business hours.

The GSCCCA page for Pulaski County lists the clerk details and gives links to the county filing system through the state cooperative authority.

Use this page to confirm the Pulaski County clerk contact info and access the filing indexes that the GSCCCA maintains for all Georgia counties.

How to Search Pulaski County Criminal Records

The fastest way to search criminal court records in Pulaski County is through the clerk office in Hawkinsville. Call (478) 783-1911 or stop by the courthouse on West Commerce Street. Staff can look up cases by name or case number and make copies for you. Copy fees in Georgia are $0.10 per page under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-71. The first 15 minutes of search time are free. Pulaski County has a low case volume, so most lookups are quick. You can also send a written request by mail to the Hawkinsville address.

Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, criminal court records in Georgia are public. Anyone can ask for them without giving a reason. The Pulaski County clerk must respond within three business days. This rule applies to all 159 counties in the state. You can request records in person, by phone, or by mail. The Open Records Act covers criminal case files, court orders, docket sheets, and other documents in the court record, so long as the case is not under active investigation or sealed.

Note: Pulaski County's small size means the clerk staff can often fill requests the same day you contact them.

Pulaski County Criminal Case Types

Pulaski County Superior Court handles all felony cases. Drug trafficking, armed robbery, violent crimes, and other serious charges go to Superior Court. State Court takes misdemeanor matters. DUI, simple assault, petty theft, and minor drug offenses go through State Court. Magistrate Court holds bond hearings and preliminary hearings for criminal cases. Each of these courts creates records that the Pulaski County Clerk stores in Hawkinsville. The Houston Judicial Circuit serves this county, and judges rotate through on a set schedule that the clerk office can share with you.

Criminal cases in Pulaski County follow the same path as every other Georgia county. An arrest starts the process. Charges are filed. The case goes through hearings, motions, and either a plea deal or trial. Every step adds documents to the court file. Under O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72, some records stay closed during an active investigation. Once a case wraps up, most records become public. Court dates and basic docket info are usually available even for pending cases.

The case file in Pulaski County will have the arrest report, charging documents, motions from both sides, and the final disposition. If the case went to trial, jury info and the verdict are also in the file. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-34, the Georgia Crime Information Center can share criminal history data with defense attorneys who send a written request with case details. Lawyers in Pulaski County use this when they prepare for trial.

Pulaski County Records Online

Pulaski County does not have its own online court records portal. For online access, use statewide tools. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority indexes filings from all 159 counties. GSCCCA mainly covers real estate and lien records, but it can point you to the right clerk for criminal data in Pulaski County. A regular account costs $14.95 per month, and premium is $29.95 per month. The E-Access to Court Records portal connects to case data from Georgia courts and lets you check case status from home.

For your own criminal history, visit the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office and request a Purpose Code U report. The GBI Criminal History page covers the statewide process. Under O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37, some records can be restricted from public view. Arrests with no conviction and certain misdemeanor convictions after a four-year wait may qualify. Pulaski County residents start through the DA's office for arrests on or after July 1, 2013. The fee can be up to $50. Georgia allows two misdemeanor conviction restrictions per person. Serious violent felonies and sexual offenses are never eligible for restriction.

The GBI Open Records Unit stopped taking email requests in December 2023. Use their portal at gbigeorgia.govqa.us or mail your request to P.O. Box 370808, Decatur, GA 30034. The GBI helpline at (404) 244-2639 option 3 can answer questions about your criminal history.

Cities in Pulaski County

All criminal cases from Pulaski County go through the Superior Court or State Court in Hawkinsville. The courthouse on West Commerce Street handles all felony and misdemeanor filings for the county.

Cities and towns in Pulaski County include Hawkinsville and Hartford. Criminal cases from these areas are processed through the Pulaski County court system.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Pulaski County. Criminal cases must be filed in the county where the arrest took place. Check the location of the alleged crime to find the right county.