DUI Case Records in Canton
Canton DUI records are handled through the local municipal court and Cherokee County County's court system. Misdemeanor DUI cases in Canton typically go through the municipal court. Felony charges or repeat offenses get transferred to Cherokee County County Superior Court. You can search for Canton DUI records by contacting the court directly or using Georgia's state record systems. The Department of Driver Services and the GBI also keep DUI data for Canton residents. This page explains where to find DUI records in Canton and how to request copies.
Canton DUI Records Facts
Canton DUI Court Records
DUI cases in Canton go through the Canton Municipal Court. The court address is 90 North Street, Suite G-170, Canton, GA 30114. You can reach the court at (678) 493-6511.
Misdemeanor DUI charges in Canton typically stay at the municipal court level. Felony DUI cases and repeat offenses get transferred to Cherokee County Superior Court. The distinction matters when you are searching for records because files may be at either court depending on the severity of the charge.
Canton DUI Cases in Cherokee County
All DUI case records from Canton end up at the Cherokee County Clerk of Superior Court. This is because Canton is in Cherokee County. The clerk keeps filings, motions, and court orders for every DUI case. Standard copy fees under O.C.G.A. § 15-6-77 are $0.50 per page. Certified copies run $2.50 for the first page and $0.50 for each one after.
The GSCCCA search portal is a good starting point for finding Canton DUI records online. It covers Superior Court filings across Georgia. The eCertification portal may also be available for Cherokee County certified documents.
The Cherokee County court website handles DUI records for Canton residents.
Canton DUI cases filed in Cherokee County can be accessed through this portal.
State DUI Records for Canton County
The Georgia Department of Driver Services tracks DUI convictions for Canton residents on driving history reports. You can request your own report through DDS Online Services. A 3-year report costs $6. The 7-year version costs $8. DUI entries stay on Georgia driving records for 10 years from the offense date.
A first DUI conviction for a Canton resident results in a one-year license suspension. Second offenses bring three years. Third offenses bring five years. You can check your suspension status through the DDS violations page.
Criminal DUI Records in Canton County
DUI arrests in Canton also create entries in the state criminal history system at the Georgia Crime Information Center. These records do not expire unless restricted by court order. You can request a criminal background report at local law enforcement offices in Canton or through the GCIC by mail. Reports cost about $15.
DUI Fines in Canton County
DUI cases in Canton fall under O.C.G.A. § 40-6-391. The BAC limit is 0.08 for regular drivers. First convictions carry fines from $300 to $1,000, probation up to 12 months, and 40 hours of community service. Second offenses raise fines and add a clinical evaluation. Third offenses can bring fines up to $5,000 and at least 15 days in jail.
Georgia uses implied consent under O.C.G.A. § 40-5-55. Refusing a chemical test during a DUI stop in Canton leads to a separate one-year suspension. The GOHS DUI laws page lists all related Georgia statutes. DUI school is required after a first conviction, and clinical evaluations are added for repeat offenses.
A DUI stays on your driving record for 10 years in Georgia. Criminal records do not expire. Canton residents can apply for record restriction through the GBI for eligible first-time offenses. Court approval is needed.
Note: Municipal court records for Canton may not appear in the GSCCCA statewide search system.
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