Crime Statistics
According to the Uniform Crime Reporting Data of 2017 published by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, crime figures reported for Clarke County include 6 murders, 335 aggravated assaults, 719 burglaries, 14 arsons, 234 motor vehicle thefts, and 3,302 larcenies. These figures represent a 2.9% decrease in violent crime and a 4.39% decrease in property crime when compared with figures from 2016.
Criminal Records
Criminal records can be obtained in Clarke County from both the Clarke County Sheriff’s office and the Athens-Clarke County Police Department. Interested parties who wish to obtain these records from the county Sheriff’s office may do so by contacting the records division located at 325 E. Washington Street, Room 100, Athens, GA 30601. Queries can also be directed to (706) 613-3250.
Interested parties can also access a 7 Day Arrest Log which is regularly updated by the Sheriff’s department. To obtain records from the Athens-Clarke County police department, queries should be directed to (706) 613-3330, ext. 256. It should be noted that some of these records may be obtained only after any applicable fees have been paid.
In addition to this, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation also allows interested parties to request records of in-state felony convictions through its Felon Search website. This service costs $15 per search.
How to find sex offender information
The Clarke County Sheriff’s office provides online access to a Sex Offender Registry which allows interested parties to obtain information on all registered sex offenders residing in the county. Interested parties can also obtain statewide sex offender information from the Georgia Sex Offender Registry
How to find jail and inmate information
The Clarke County Sheriff’s Office handles all queries related to jail and inmate information. Parties interested in obtaining inmate and jail information can contact the Clarke County Jail at 3015 Lexington Rd, Athens, GA 30605. Queries can also be directed to (706) 613-3270. However, the Sheriff’s office allows interested parties to view a list of current inmates online.
In addition to this, parties interested in funding inmates' accounts can do so by either utilizing the kiosk available in the jail lobby or by mailing a money order to the jail. It should be noted that there is a $100 balance limit on inmates’ accounts.
Court Records
In the state of Georgia, Superior Courts have general jurisdiction over all criminal and civil cases.
How to get court records
The Clarke County Clerk of Superior & State Courts maintains court records for the county. Interested parties who wish to obtain copies of these records may do so in person at the office of the Clerk located at 325 E. Washington St, Suite 450, Athens, GA 30601 from Monday – Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Queries can also be directed to (706) 613-3190. However, interested parties can view case dockets online. Copies of court documents typically cost 50 cents per page, while certified copies cost $2.50 for the first page and 50 cents for each additional copy.
Locations of all courts in the county
Athens-Clarke County Superior Court & State Court of Athens-Clarke County
325 East Washington Street,
Suite 450,
P.O. Box 1805,
Athens, GA 30603
Phone: (706) 613-3190
Athens-Clarke County Juvenile Court
325 East Washington Street,
Suite 115,
Athens, GA 30601
Phone: (706) 613-3300
Probate Court of Athens-Clarke County
325 East Washington Street,
Suite 215,
Athens, GA 30601
Phone: (706) 613-3320
Athens-Clarke County Magistrate Court
325 East Washington Street, Suite 240, Athens, GA 30601
Phone: (706) 613-3310
Municipal Court of Athens-Clarke County
325 East Washington Street,
Suite 170,
Athens, GA 30601
Phone: (706) 613-3690
Municipal Court of Winterville
125 North Church Street,
P.O. Box 306,
Winterville, GA 30683
Phone: (706) 742-8600
Where and how to get Bankruptcy and Property Records
The Clarke County Tax Assessor maintains information property information for the county. Interested parties who wish to access this information may do so by contacting the office of the Tax Assessor located at 325 E Washington St., Suite 280, Athens, GA 30601 from Mondays - Fridays, from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Queries can also be directed to (706) 613-3140. Interested parties can also perform a Property Record Search to obtain some of this information.
The Middle District of Georgia, United States Bankruptcy Court handles all bankruptcy matters for Clarke County. Interested parties who wish to obtain these records should contact this court at either of its offices located at 433 Cherry Street, Macon, GA 31201 and 901 Front Avenue, One Arsenal Place
Columbus, GA 31902. Queries may be directed to either (478) 752-3506 for the Macon office or (706) 649-7837 for the Columbus office. Parties who wish to contact either of these offices in person should do so between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Mondays-Fridays.
Vital Records
Clarke County maintains records of births, marriages, divorces and deaths that occur in the county and issues copies of these records to qualified interested parties.
How to get Divorce Records
The office of the Clerk of Superior & State Court maintains all divorce records for the county. Interested parties who wish to obtain copies of these records may do so by contacting this office through the contact information provided in the Court Records section of this article. It should be noted that the typical fee charged for obtaining court records may not be applicable when obtaining copies of divorce records.
How to get Marriage Records
Interested parties who wish to obtain a copy marriage certificate may do so by contacting the Probate Court office located at
325 E. Washington Street,
Suite 200,
Athens, GA 30601
Records can be obtained in person from Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. or by mailing in a written request. Interested parties are required to provide the names of both applicants as is stated on the certificate. Certified copies of marriage certificates cost $10 per copy. Interested parties who mail-in their requests are also required to provide either a return address or a self-addressed envelope and contact information.
How to get Birth and Death Records
The Clarke County Health Department issues copies of birth and death certificates to qualified parties. Interested parties who wish to obtain these records must also provide a valid government-issued photo ID. Certified copies of birth and death certificates are issued to only the registrants, immediate family (including grandparents), spouses, legal guardians or any legally authorized party. However, uncertified copies of death certificates may be obtained by members of the general public.
Interested parties are required to complete either a Birth Certificate Request Form or a Death Certificate Request Form and submit it either in person or via mail to:
Clarke County Health Department Vital Records
345 North Harris Street
Athens, GA 30601
Interested parties who wish to submit their forms in person should note that the vital records office is closed from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. from Monday-Thursday. Also, interested parties who mail-in their requests are required to include a self-addressed stamped envelope as well as a photocopy of a valid ID. Certified copies of Birth and Death Certificates, as well as uncertified copies of death certificates, cost $25, with an additional $5 per extra copy of the same record requested.
