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Clayton County begins offering police reports and impound releases at precincts via QR codes
Summary
Judge Hayward announced that Clayton County police precincts now can provide police reports and vehicle-impound releases through a QR-code system during precinct hours, removing the need to travel to a central office for routine documents.
During the July 29 calendar, Judge Tammy Vaughn Hayward announced a new county service that allows citizens to obtain police reports and vehicle-impound-release documents at any Clayton County Police precinct via a QR-code system.
The judge told attendees: “The county is now offering reports and documents at every Clayton County police precinct. Do you need a copy of a police report or a vehicle impound release? … they have a QR code, and they said that each precinct will be able to get you the documents.” She added the precinct service hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Why it matters: The change is administrative but practical — it removes a common logistical barrier for people who need copies of police reports, impound releases or related documents and reduces travel to a central records office. Court staff and defendants were told about the new option during arraignment calendar announcements.
Court staff said the precinct-based document access applies to Clayton County Police reports; it was not clear in the hearing whether municipal police departments within Clayton County participate in the same system. The judge advised anyone unsure about scope to contact the precinct directly.
Residents needing records should visit their nearest Clayton County precinct during the stated hours and use the posted QR code, or contact the court clerk for additional directions.
