AUSTELL · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
B
19/24
Austell gets a B.
Georgia has the fastest statutory clock graded so far (3 business days) and a permissive booking-photo regime. The drag is fragmentation: no statewide free public case search, GBI criminal history is in-person only, and PeachCourt is filing infrastructure rather than a public records portal. Strong law, uneven infrastructure.
Note: Statewide grade applies — no separate local grade yet computed for Austell.
COMPUTED 2026-06-11 00:27 UTC · SCORE 19/24
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FBI.gov
FBI Wanted
U.S. Courts
BOP Inmate Locator
STATUS LEGEND: LIVE = HTTP 200-399 · WARN = 4xx · DEAD = 5xx · PENDING = checker could not reach (may still be live in browser)
Sources checked
- → https://www.fbi.gov [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-11 00:07 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-11 00:07 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-11 00:07 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-06-11 00:07 UTC]
Method: Live source health verified against official government portals at the timestamp shown. Grade computed from a six-criterion rubric (records access, fees, turnaround, e-filing, mugshot policy, body-cam release). How we grade →
Live · FBI Most Wanted · GA Field Offices (Statewide)
Currently Wanted by the FBI
Active FBI cases from the GA field office (statewide). Data: api.fbi.gov, refreshed every 6 hours.
Source: FBI.gov · Wanted
Live · NCMEC Missing Children · GA
Children Missing From Georgia (Statewide)
Active Georgia cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
Chance Cohely (GA)
Gabrielle Troy (GA)
Attiya Rosario (GA)
Ern'Ique Jones (GA)
Antoneya Goodlow (GA)
Kamryn Malone (GA)
Source: NCMEC · National Center for Missing & Exploited Children · If you have information, call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).
Live · Updated Daily
Recent Georgia Court Cases
Most recent Georgia court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| BANKRUPTCY 23-40405- | Juana Y. Gordon | 06/10/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30073- | Tonisha Jamie Daniela Sherrod | 06/10/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 23-40490- | Carrie A. Shorey | 06/10/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30074- | Kathy D. Green | 06/10/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-60172- | Chasity Ann Maire McLeod | 06/10/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-20196- | Stephanie Renee Lewis | 06/10/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-60174- | Tracy S Dorsey | 06/10/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-50256- | Amy Lee Meeks | 06/10/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-20197- | Brock Harrison Flagstad | 06/10/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-40742-bem | Reonda Ralnice McGee | 06/10/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-55456-pmb | Theresa Ann Rowland | 06/10/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-57657-jwc | Othniel Chukwuebuka Eluma | 06/10/2026 |
Cited Answers · Verified Sources · County-level FAQ — applies to all of Cobb County
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: County-level FAQ — applies to all of Cobb County. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
Where do I look up probate records in Cobb?▼
To look up probate records in Cobb County, GA, contact the Cobb County Probate Court at 32 Waddell Street, Marietta, GA 30090 (770-528-1900), with online searches at https://www.cobbcounty.org/probate. Once a will is admitted to probate it becomes a public court record under O.C.G.A. §53-5-2. Probate case search is available at https://probateaccess.cobbcounty.org/. Certified copies cost about $2.50 per page plus $0.50 per certification. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority at https://www.gsccca.org/ provides additional document searches. Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. §50-18-70) governs disclosure. Sources: Cobb County Probate Court (https://www.cobbcounty.org/probate), GSCCCA (https://www.gsccca.org/).
How can I find out if someone has an outstanding warrant in Kennesaw?▼
To check for an outstanding warrant in Kennesaw, GA (Cobb County), contact the Kennesaw Police Department at 2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144 (770-422-2505), or the Cobb County Sheriff's Office at 1825 County Services Parkway, Marietta, GA 30008 (770-499-4600). Cobb County posts a most-wanted list at https://www.cobbsheriff.org/. The Cobb County Magistrate Court issues bench warrants viewable in their records system. Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. §50-18-70) governs disclosure; agencies may withhold information that could compromise an investigation. Sources: Cobb County Sheriff (https://www.cobbsheriff.org/), Kennesaw PD (https://www.kennesaw-ga.gov/police/).
What's the right way to do a background check on someone in Cobb?▼
Cobb County, GA background check: Georgia Bureau of Investigation Crime Information Center (https://gbi.georgia.gov/criminal-history) — $25 name-based or fingerprint via GAPS (https://gaps.gbi.ga.gov/). Cobb County Sheriff (https://sheriff.cobbcountyga.gov/) for local arrest records and inmate search. Cobb County Police records (https://police.cobbcountyga.gov/) — $5 local check. Live scan via GAPS-approved vendors and Cobb-approved fingerprint. Court records: Cobb County Superior Court (https://www.cobbcounty.org/courts/superior-court) and statewide GA Courts (https://georgiacourts.gov/). FBI Identity History Summary $18. O.C.G.A. §35-3-37 governs CHRI. Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. §50-18-70). First Offender Act (O.C.G.A. §42-8-60).
What's the process to clear a criminal record in Colquitt?▼
To clear a criminal record in Colquitt, GA (Miller County), Georgia's record restriction process is governed by O.C.G.A. §35-3-37. Eligible offenses include arrests not resulting in conviction, dismissed charges, and certain misdemeanors after waiting periods. The 2020 Second Chance Law (HB 226) expanded eligibility for some non-violent offenses after 4 years. File a Petition for Restriction in the Miller County Superior Court at 155 South 1st Street, Colquitt, GA 39837 (229-758-4102). The GBI processes the actual record clearing. Forms and detailed eligibility info are at https://gbi.georgia.gov/services/obtaining-criminal-history-record-information-frequently-asked-questions. Sources: GA Record Restriction (https://gbi.georgia.gov/), O.C.G.A. §35-3-37 (https://law.justia.com/codes/georgia/2022/title-35/).
How do I check if there's an active warrant in Albany?▼
To check for an active warrant in Albany, GA (Dougherty County), contact the Albany Police Department at 201 W. Oglethorpe Boulevard, Albany, GA 31701 (229-431-2100), or the Dougherty County Sheriff's Office at 225 Pine Avenue, Albany, GA 31701 (229-431-3259). Some active warrants are posted at https://www.dougherty.ga.us/. Court bench warrants appear in the Dougherty County Superior, State, Magistrate, and Probate court records. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority at https://www.gsccca.org/ provides additional document searches. Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. §50-18-70) governs disclosure; agencies may withhold info that could compromise an active investigation. Sources: Dougherty County (https://www.dougherty.ga.us/), GSCCCA (https://www.gsccca.org/).
How can I look up assaults on a particular date?▼
To look up assaults on a particular date in Helen, GA (White County), contact the Helen Police Department at 7445 South Main Street, Helen, GA 30545 (706-878-2009), or the White County Sheriff's Office at 96 Old Highway 75, Cleveland, GA 30528 (706-865-5177). File a Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. §50-18-70) request specifying date, approximate time, and location. Standard fees: $0.10 per page or $0.10 for the first quarter-hour of search time. Closed-case incident reports are public; ongoing investigations may be redacted. The GBI publishes aggregate crime data at https://gbi.georgia.gov/. Sources: Helen GA (https://www.cityofhelen.org/), White County (https://www.whitecounty.net/).
📊 Public Data Sources for Austell, GA
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
🔎 Crime Data & Public Safety Sources
Direct lookups · Austell, GA · external links open in new tab
Official Crime Statistics & Registries
.GOVFBI Crime Data Explorer
Official UCR / NIBRS crime stats for GA
.GOVNSOPW (Sex Offender Registry)
DOJ — search all 50 state registries
.GOVBureau of Justice Statistics
DOJ's primary criminal-justice data agency
.GOVCDC WISQARS
Injury, violence & fatality stats by county
.GOVUS Marshals 15 Most Wanted
Federal fugitives
.GOVATF Most Wanted
Firearms, arson & explosives fugitives
Interactive Crime Maps
Federal Agency Lookups (GA)
.GOVEPA ECHO
Environmental violations & enforcement by facility
.GOVNPPES NPI Registry
Search healthcare providers in GA
.GOVFDIC BankFind
FDIC-insured banks in GA
.GOVCFPB Consumer Complaints
Financial-product complaints database
.GOVOFAC Sanctions Search
US Treasury sanctions list
.GOVSEC EDGAR
Public-company filings in GA
.GOVIRS Tax-Exempt Search
501(c)(3) nonprofit lookups
.GOVUS Census Bureau
Demographics & statistics for GA
📰 Recent Federal Law Enforcement News 8 items
Statewide (GA) — federal-news feed scoped to state
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🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 8
City of Austell, GA
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| NEIL NEGRIN | AUSTELL |
| WENDY RUSSELL | AUSTELL |
| OLATUNDE IDOWU | AUSTELL |
| ROBERT HERMANN | AUSTELL |
| FRANK MCCOY | AUSTELL |
| ISRAEL ORIJA | AUSTELL |
| JAMES RICE | AUSTELL |
| JANICE WEST | AUSTELL |
💰 CFPB Consumer Complaints 6
Statewide (GA) — CFPB data not available below state level
| Date | Company | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-21 | Experian Information S | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-21 | Creditors Bureau Assoc | Written notification about debt |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-21 | Westlake Services, LLC | Managing the loan or lease |
⛔ HHS-OIG Excluded Individuals 8
City of Austell, GA
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| UNITED AMERICA MEDICAL SVCS | 1128b8 |
| BEST BALFOUR | 1128a2 |
| PATRICK ELIKWU | 1128a1 |
| ZENAB FOFANA | 1128a1 |
| ALESIA GALES | 1128a1 |
| MELODY HOLMES | 1128a1 |
| OTIS NETTLES | 1128a1 |
| RHONDA PINKNEY | 1128a1 |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 8
City of Austell, GA
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from GA state + federal sources · no aggregators
doj_news
Two defendants sentenced to federal prison for theft of mail, bank fraud and identity theft in Augusta
Jun 10, 2026
doj_news
Convicted Felon Faces Federal Charges Following Shooting on Atlanta's MARTA Rail System
Jun 9, 2026
doj_news
Jury Finds Norcross Man Guilty of Laundering More than $400,000 in Proceeds from Fraudulent Tax Refunds
Jun 8, 2026
doj_news
Three-Time Convicted Felon Sentenced to Prison for Dealing Fentanyl and Carrying Stolen Handgun
Jun 8, 2026
doj_news
One of Atlanta Police Department's Top 5 Most Wanted Pleads Guilty to Federal Firearm Charge
Jun 4, 2026
FBI Field Office
Final Defendant Sentenced in $3 Million Bank Fraud Conspiracy Investigation
Jun 4, 2026
Federal Agency
Acting Secretary of Labor Sonderling advances US priorities at G7 meeting in Geneva
Jun 10, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
Recent News in Austell
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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GBI investigating officer-involved shooting that left Austell man dead - Marietta Daily Journal
GBI investigating officer-involved shooting that left Austell man dead Marietta Daily Journal
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Woman found dead and man found with gunshot wound to the head at Austell home
AUSTELL, Ga. — A woman was found dead on Wednesday and a man was found with a gunshot wound to his head when police responded to a home in Austell for a shooting call. The Austell …
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1 Dead, 1 In Custody In Austell Shooting - Patch
1 Dead, 1 In Custody In Austell Shooting Patch
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Austell’s first woman police chief sets vision for growth and internal leadership - Police1
Austell’s first woman police chief sets vision for growth and internal leadership Police1
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Suspect in downtown Columbus shooting arrested in Georgia, given $3M bond
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A 19-year-old Georgia man charged in the fatal shooting over one week ago in Downtown Columbus was arrested over the weekend and was in court Monday morning…
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Georgia woman faces 20 years after traveling to Florida for courthouse cash scam
A Georgia woman is facing a possible twenty-year stint in federal prison after admitting to her role in a bold "jury duty" scam that targeted a Florida resident. Ciara Gay, 36, of …
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Driver killed by Cobb police after flipping SUV during chase - FOX 5 Atlanta
Driver killed by Cobb police after flipping SUV during chase FOX 5 Atlanta
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Georgia woman accused of burning church, threatening to kill pastor and his wife, arrest warrant says - CBS News
Georgia woman accused of burning church, threatening to kill pastor and his wife, arrest warrant says CBS News