DeKalb County Sheriff's Office
Public Services
The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office provides a variety of public safety, community support, victim assistance, licensing, registration, and reporting services. Use the resources below to access forms, applications, reports, important contact information, and public service resources.
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Georgia House Bill 1105
Review quarterly reporting information, affidavits, and Foreign National Statistical Reports required by Georgia House Bill 1105.
View HB 1105 ReportsCivil Process Services
View civil process information, fees, requirements, and available services.
Civil Process InformationPREA Information
Access Prison Rape Elimination Act information, annual reports, reporting options, and agency compliance information.
See PREA Detailed Information BelowVictim Notification (VINE)
Register for inmate custody status notifications through the VINE system.
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Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)
The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual abuse, sexual harassment, and sexual misconduct involving incarcerated individuals. PREA standards enhance prevention, reporting, investigation, victim services, and accountability.
The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual abuse, sexual harassment, and sexual misconduct involving incarcerated individuals. PREA standards enhance prevention, reporting, investigation, victim services, and accountability.
Reporting an Incident or Claim
The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office provides several options for third-party reporting of incidents or claims involving inmates or detainees:
- Notify a DeKalb County Sheriff's Office staff member.
- Call the PREA Hotline at 404-298-8109.
- Contact the Office of Professional Standards:
- By phone: 404-298-8125
- In person: 4415 Memorial Drive, Decatur, GA 30032
- By mail to the address above
- Online using the COMMENT FORM
Annual PREA Reports
Registrations & Licensing
Secondary Metals Recycler Registration
Secondary metals recyclers operating in Georgia must register in accordance with state law. Registration is required annually.
- Annual Registration Required
- $200 Registration Fee
- In-Person Submission Required
- Secure Verifiable Documentation Required
Raffle Licensing
Nonprofit organizations conducting raffles in Georgia must obtain the appropriate license from the Sheriff's Office.
- 501(c) Eligible Organizations Only
- Minimum 24 Months in Operation
- Annual License Fee
- Reporting Requirements Apply