SAFETY AND YOU
Georgia State boasts one of the largest university police forces in the state, with 171 officers across all six metro Atlanta campuses.
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Campus Carry
“House Bill 280, commonly known as the ‘campus carry’ legislation, will take effect on July 1. I understand that many of you have strong feelings about this bill. Yet, whether you opposed or supported the legislation, it will soon be state law, and I respectfully ask everyone to exercise patience, understanding and respect as we implement it. We all share the same goal of ensuring a safe campus environment. We should work together to implement the law as written and thoughtfully address any complications that may arise.”
May faculty members place statements about HB280 on their course syllabi?
The Campus Carry legislation allows anyone properly licensed in the state of Georgia to carry a handgun in a concealed manner on university property with noted exceptions. Information about the law can be found on this page. It is the responsibility of the license holder to know the law. Failure to do so may result in a misdemeanor charge and may violate the Georgia State Student Code of Conduct.”
Can faculty members exclude from the classrooms in which they teach?
Will the university post signs that show where guns are allowed?
Will the university offer gun storage facilities?
What should I do if I think someone is carrying a handgun in a restricted area?
If you have questions about the law, contact the Office of Legal Affairs.
Personal Safety
Avoid potentially dangerous situations by maintaining a complete sense of awareness. Planning ahead for responses to such situations allows one to remain confident while traveling around campus, home or any location. For any situation, it is important to consider prevention, preparation and action.
Prevention
People unknowingly engage in activities every day that make them more vulnerable to crime. Make yourself less of a potential target by incorporating some simple actions.
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Travel on well-lit, busy streets and avoid walking through alleys.
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Always trust your intuition and pay attention to warning signs, such as people watching you or quickly approaching.
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Maintain complete awareness of your surroundings. Do not become distracted by using your cell phone or listening to your headset while walking.
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Do not walk alone, especially at night.
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Only take what you absolutely need with you when going out. Avoid carrying large amounts of cash or multiple credit cards. Use backpacks to conceal laptop computers.
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Remain confident, alert and in control. Avoid going out or walking home while intoxicated.
The Safety Escort Program offers mobile transport to campus and near off-campus locations during evening hours. Safety Escorts operate during the school year from 7 p.m. until 11 p.m. when school is in session.
To request a Safety Escort:
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Call 404-413-2100 from any campus or near off-campus location.
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Call 3-2100 from any campus phone.
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Make your request via an Emergency Call Box.
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Flag down a Georgia State Safety Escort van or Georgia State police officer.
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Use machines in busy areas that are well lit.
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Pay attention to those behind you and around you before making a transaction.
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Be private about your personal identification number.
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Never write your personal identification number on your card.
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Remove your card from the machine when your transaction is complete.
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Pressing 911 into the machine does NOT alert authorities to an emergency.
Preparation
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Carry a safety whistle or other noise-making device and use it when you feel threatened. Noise attracts the attention of those nearby. Although yelling is often the most effective method of attracting attention, people often lack the ability to speak in crisis situations. Anyone can blow a whistle.
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Become familiar with the locations of Emergency Call Boxes.
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Emergency Call Boxes provide a direct link to Georgia State Police 24 hours a day.
- Self-defense classes are offered by Georgia State during the fall and spring semesters
- The Georgia State Police Department offers Community Outreach Programs to educate students on how to avoid dangerous situations and what to do if one should arise.
Action
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In an uncomfortable situation, be assertive.
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Maintain eye contact with those who may attempt to confront you and do not let yourself get distracted.
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Maintain a confident physical demeanor.
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Maintain a physical distance of at least six feet from strangers.
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Do not be afraid to tell someone to get out of your personal space.
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If necessary, yell to attract the attention of those nearby.
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Use direct commands, such as “Get back!” “Leave me alone!” or “Let me go!”
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If someone demands your property, give it to him or her. Do not resist. Maintaining your personal safety is more important than your backpack or cell phone.
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If someone claims to have a weapon, believe him or her and surrender your property.
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Throw your property in one direction and run away in the opposite direction to a safer place.
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While running, attract attention by yelling.
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If your assailant targets you instead of your property, remain calm and breathe. Think of your planned response, defend yourself and escape.
Vehicle Safety
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Walk with others to your vehicle whenever possible.
- Carry your car keys when approaching your vehicle so you can enter quickly. For added safety, put your car and house keys on separate key chains.
- Always check underneath your car upon approach and in the rear seat for intruders before entering your automobile.
- If something or someone looks suspicious, leave the area immediately. Do not try to go to your vehicle.
- Lock your doors immediately and keep windows rolled up whenever possible.
- Keep all of your doors locked.
- Drive on well-traveled and well-lit streets.
- Leave enough room between your car and the vehicle ahead so you can drive around it if necessary.
- If someone tries to enter your stopped vehicle, sound the horn and drive to a safe area before calling the police.
- Never pick up hitchhikers or troubled motorists. If you want to help a troubled motorist, drive to the nearest phone and call the police. An accident may be staged.
- If your vehicle breaks down, ask any person who stops to help to call the police. Do not allow any person access to you or your car. Roll down your window no more than an inch.
- If you are involved in a minor collision in an isolated area, you may want to drive to a well-lit and populated area before stopping to assess your damage.
- While driving, if you notice that you are being followed, do not go home. Drive to the nearest police station, open store or service station for help. If you are fearful of exiting your vehicle, honk your horn to draw attention to yourself.
- Never leave your car’s engine running, even if you will only be gone for a minute.
- Never hide a second set of keys anywhere on your car.
- Limit distractions. Texting while driving is illegal.
- Park in well-lit areas.
- Trust your instincts. If something doesn’t feel right, find another place to park.
- Do not leave valuable items visible in your car. Put them in the trunk or take them with you.
- Carry your registration and insurance card with you. Never leave valuable documents in your car that could help a thief identify who you are or where you live.
- Call ahead when driving to your home late at night and have someone watch you walk from your car to the residence.
Pedestrian Safety
The Pedestrian Safety Traffic Team was formed in 2002 in conjunction with Crime Prevention and the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to assist with traffic enforcement and pedestrian safety within the campus and in downtown Atlanta. The team’s goal is to help ensure safety on the streets of Atlanta and to maintain a pedestrian-friendly traffic environment.
This unit emphasizes:
- Pedestrian education for crosswalks
- Distribution of PEDs pamphlets
- Traffic stops and citations for moving violations
- Jaywalking citations
- A pedestrian shall obey the instructions of a traffic-control device. (O.C.G.A. 40-6-90)
- The driver of a vehicle shall stop and remain stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross the roadway within a crosswalk. (O.C.G.A. 40-6-91)
- Whenever a vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk, another shall not overtake or pass such stopped vehicle.
- A pedestrian shall yield the right of way to all vehicles outside a marked crosswalk. (O.C.G.A. 40-6-91)
- A pedestrian shall not suddenly walk in front of traffic when it is impractical for the driver to yield.
- Where a sidewalk is provided, it shall be unlawful for a pedestrian to walk along and upon an adjacent roadway. (O.C.G.A. 40-6-96)
- When making a turn, vehicles must stop and remain stopped for pedestrians crossing legally inside a crosswalk. (O.C.G.A. 40-6-21)
- Look both ways before crossing the street.
- Look to see if cars are approaching the intersection to turn.
- Be aware of what the traffic lights indicate.
- Be attentive to the crossing signal and be mindful of its instructions.
- Don’t walk in front of traffic when it is impractical for the driver to yield.
- If you walk outside a crosswalk you must yield the right of way to vehicles.
- Vehicles should stop and remain stopped to allow you to cross the roadway within a crosswalk.
- Whenever a vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk, watch for other vehicles approaching.
- Walk with confidence, shoulders back and head up. Look around, be aware of your surroundings and trust your instincts. If something does not look or feel right, stop to see what has triggered your fear. Do not ignore your instincts. They are your first line of defense.
- Walk in groups. There is safety in numbers.
- If you sense that you are being followed, change your direction or pace. If the person following you does likewise, seek a safe place where there are people and lights and bring attention to yourself. Try to remember an accurate description of the suspect.
- Avoid undesirable areas or shortcuts. If you make a wrong turn, go back immediately. Don’t take chances.
- If approached on the street, make brief, stern eye contact and continue walking. If someone insists on talking, acknowledge his or her presence with a nod and continue walking. Do not stop and engage in a conversation.
- Never get into a vehicle, even if forced at the point of a gun. Your chance of survival on the street is better than in a vehicle or remote location of the abductor’s choice.
Remember, our streets are not just for cars.
We share them with pedestrians, bicyclists and public transit.
By knowing the rules, we can help make Atlanta’s streets safer.
Housing Safety
Safety is our number-one priority for our residents. The university staffs a 24/7 police substation in University Commons, where security officers monitor more than 600 cameras set up throughout our on-campus housing.
Residents in university housing must check in all guests and leave a government-issued photo ID at the community desk upon arrival. Guests will receive a wristband, which they are required to wear while in the building. Residents must escort their guests at all times and are responsible for their guests’ behavior.
Security
- Get to know the people who live on your floor or in your apartment complex. When you’re familiar with the faces and names, you’ll recognize someone who is out of place more quickly.
- Never let a stranger into the residence hall or apartment complex.
- When you do see someone you don’t know, ask him or her what they’re doing. Questions such as, “Do you need any help?” “Who are you here to see,” etc., will help keep everyone safe. Remember that the living community is your home, and you should never feel obligated to let someone you don’t know into your home. If you suspect someone should not be in on-campus housing, call University Police at 404-413-3333, 3-3333 from a campus phone or via an emergency call box.
- Lock your room or apartment doors and windows. To protect yourself and your belongings, keep your doors and windows locked at all times, even if you just go down the hall for a few minutes.
- Engrave expensive belongings with your name, or a driver’s license number. This will help police recover your items if they do get stolen.
- Report any stolen item to University Housing staff or Georgia State Police immediately.
- NEVER prop the doors open. If a friend is coming over, arrange to meet him or her, or have your friend call you to let them in. Propped doors allow anyone accesses to the community at night and jeopardize everyone’s safety.
- Walk with someone you know and trust. If you do choose to walk by yourself, let someone know where you are going and when you expect to be back.
- Let your roommate or RA know when you plan to be gone from campus for a while (a weekend or overnight). When your roommate or a staff member notices a student has been gone for a while, and nobody knows where he or she is, a missing person report should be filed with the Georgia State Police Department.
- When you have a friend come for a visit, register your guest and let other people on your floor know about it. That way they don’t think there is some strange person wandering around. Also, make sure to follow the guest policy procedures outlined in the Residence Hall or Apartment Handbook.
- Know how to contact University Housing staff and Georgia State Police in an emergency. Keep these phone numbers posted near the telephone and add them to your ‘contacts’ in your cell phone.
- Keep a list of people to contact in an emergency in case you’re ever involved in an accident, emergency situation, etc. This list could include your family, friends from home, friends at Georgia State, medical information, etc. Let your roommate know where this list is. Keep a list of emergency contacts in your mobile phone under the heading of ICE (In Case of Emergency) or EMERGENCY. This will help friends or emergency response personnel to get the needed information quickly.
- Keep your online information confidential and do not post personal information that could compromise your safety online.
Fire Safety
- Fire safety is the resident’s responsibility. Inspect your dorm or apartment and communicate any fire hazards to University Housing staff or your landlord in writing.
- Most fires occur at night when apartments are most heavily populated.
- Smoking is the number one cause of fatal apartment fires. People drop cigarettes on furniture or in wastepaper baskets. Do not allow smoking in your apartment. If you do, provide smokers with large ashtrays and check behind furniture and cushions before going to bed. Do not smoke in bed. Make sure cigarettes, pipes, etc., are extinguished before emptying ashtrays into the garbage.
- Do not leave paper or combustibles by heaters or open flames.
- Do not block exits.
- Explore your dwelling and identify all of the possible exits.
- Keep exit and stairway doors closed at all times.
- Never use an elevator in a fire. Use the stairs.
- Do not overcrowd your dorm or apartment with people or belongings. Your dorm or apartment should not exceed legal capacity.
- Make sure your apartment has safety devices such as smoke detectors and working fire extinguishers.
- Check for electrical hazards, including worn electrical cords, overloaded extension cords and outlets, broken appliances and exposed wiring or outlets.
- Do not run cords under carpets, over doors, over nails or in high-traffic areas.
- Use heavy-duty extension cords.
- Make sure your apartment has smoke detectors outside of every bedroom (and inside if you sleep with the door closed). Change batteries twice a year and when they beep or expire.
- Rooms, hallways, floors, special exits, etc., should be equipped with smoke detectors.
- Follow the manufacturer’s testing and cleaning instructions for smoke detectors. Test them at least once a month.
- Create an evacuation plan with your roommates. Post it in public places so your guests know it, too. Decide upon a meeting place outside.
- Never re-enter a burning building. Let the fire department know if someone is left inside.
- Do not burn trash.
- Do not place space heaters near curtains, furniture or plastics. They should be at least three feet away from other objects.
- Make sure space heaters are turned off and unplugged before leaving the room.
- If a breaker trips or a fuse blows, try to find out why before just flipping the breaker or replacing the fuse.
- If you have a fireplace, make sure it has a screen. Keep rugs, curtains and fire starters away from the flame.
- Make sure nothing is stored by your heater or furnace.
- Extinguish candles and incense before you leave the room.
- Do not leave the stove or oven on and unattended.
Ride Safe
The “Ride Safe” program is courtesy of the Georgia State Police Department. Our services are offered Monday – Friday between 6 p.m. and 1a.m. The “Ride Safe” program is conducted by Police Officers who provide safety escorts for the Georgia State community and their guests by safely transporting them around campus at night on designated routes. The “Ride Safe” program also provides a continuous visual patrol of the community, property and surrounding areas to deter any criminal/suspicious activity.
For more information, contact the Police Department at 404-413-3333.
For Safety Escorts call 404-413-2100.
Emergency Call Boxes
Emergency call boxes in parking lots, parking decks and plaza areas are an integral part of the safety and security services provided by the Georgia State Police Department.
The boxes are activated by opening the door on the box and pushing a call button on the inside. The caller is connected to the police radio network and may speak to the police dispatcher. The university has more than 58 call boxes, which can be identified by emergency signs and flashing blue lights.
Police officers check the boxes daily to make sure they are operational.
Safety Abroad
Visit the Risk Management Study Abroad page for important links, health and safety and advice on traveling abroad, etc .
Annual Security Report
The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990 (also known as the Clery Act) is a federal law enacted to provide students, faculty and staff with information to make decisions that affect their personal safety. In accordance with the Clery Act, Georgia State annually compiles and publishes crime statistics for the campus and surrounding areas in an annual crime report known as the Safety Net. The Safety Net also includes Georgia State’s policy on drugs and alcohol in accordance with the Drug-Free Schools and Campuses Act.
Campus Crime Alerts
University Commons, Student Center and Library North
Clery Act Safety Alert Unlawful Surveillance/Public Indecency Incident Date/Time: Monday, January 27, 2020 and Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Incident […]
John Wesley Dobbs and Park Place
Clery Act Safety Alert Attempted Armed Robbery Incident Date/Time: Friday, October 11, 2019 12:34 AM Incident Location: John Wesley […]
Collins and Decatur Street
Clery Act Safety Alert Armed Robbery Incident Date/Time: Thursday, October 10, 2019 11:45 PM Incident Location: Collins and Decatur Street […]
Stadium Parking Lot – Blue Lot
Clery Act Safety Alert Armed Robbery Incident Date/Time: Friday, September 27, 2019 6:02 PM Incident Location: Stadium Parking Lot – […]
Auburn Avenue and Piedmont Avenue (Dwell Apartments)
Clery Act Safety Alert Shooting Incident Date/Time: Wednesday, January 16, 2019 Incident Location: Auburn Avenue & Piedmont Avenue Incident Description:The Atlanta Police […]
John Wesley Dobbs and Courtland Street
Carjacking Incident Date/Time: Thursday, April 12, 2018 3:54 a.m. Incident Location: John Wesley Dobbs and Courtland Street Incident Description: Atlanta Police Department reported […]
Daily Police Reports
Statistic Reports
Downtown Main Campus
| Criminal Incidents | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rape | 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Fondling | 5 | 9 | 9 |
| Incest | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Statutory Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery | 12 | 7 | 10 |
| Aggravated Assault | 12 | 6 | 3 |
| Burglary | 2 | 6 | 3 |
| Motor Vehicle Thefts | 9 | 5 | 6 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Offense | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Domestic Violence | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Dating Violence | 7 | 17 | 15 |
| Stalking | 8 | 9 | 8 |
Alpharetta Campus
| Criminal Incidents | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fondling | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Incest | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Statutory Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Burglary | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Motor Vehicle Thefts | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Offense | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Domestic Violence | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dating Violence | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Stalking | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Clarkston Campus
| Criminal Incidents | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fondling | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Incest | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Statutory Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Burglary | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Motor Vehicle Thefts | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Offense | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Domestic Violence | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Dating Violence | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Stalking | 1 | 0 | 4 |
Decatur Campus
| Criminal Incidents | 2017 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fondling | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Incest | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Statutory Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Burglary | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Vehicle Thefts | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Offense | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Domestic Violence | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dating Violence | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Stalking | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Dunwoody Campus
| Criminal Incidents | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fondling | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Incest | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Statutory Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Burglary | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Motor Vehicle Thefts | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Offense | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Domestic Violence | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dating Violence | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Stalking | 0 | 2 | 5 |
Newton Campus
| Criminal Incidents | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fondling | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Incest | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Statutory Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Burglary | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Motor Vehicle Thefts | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Offense | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Domestic Violence | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dating Violence | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Stalking | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Annual Reports
- Internal Affairs 2020 Annual Report
- Internal Affairs 2019 Annual Report
- Internal Affairs 2018 Annual Report
- Internal Affairs 2017 Annual Report
- Internal Affairs 2016 Annual Report
- Internal Affairs 2015 Annual Report
- Internal Affairs 2014 Annual Report
- Internal Affairs 2013 Annual Report
These statistics are presented for the use of students, faculty, staff and prospective students under the requirements of the Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act (Public Law 101-542) of 1990. Your Georgia State Police Department is proud to report the annual crime statistics as a record reflective of our successes in supporting the community. We are also proud of the fact that we have been reporting these statistics voluntarily for many years prior to the requirements set forth in the Campus Security Act of 1990.
If you need more information on statistics, e-mail Kiawana Wilborn or call (404) 413-3207, Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.
The Georgia State Police Records unit is responsible for maintenance of all incident reports which occur within the Georgia State jurisdiction. The records clerk is also responsible for monthly and annual statistical reports for crime on the Georgia State campus and to distribute and release Incident/Accident reports upon request and maintain a record of released reports.
One may obtain a copy of an incident/accident report by coming in person to the Georgia State Police Department on any of the Georgia State campuses between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday – Friday. Allow 3-4 business days for processing of reports.
Victim/Witness Services
It is the policy of the Georgia State Police Department that victims of crimes be treated with dignity, compassion and respect in accordance with state law.
The Fulton County District Attorney’s Office and the Fulton County Solicitor’s Office are the agencies primarily responsible for the delivery of victim and witness services in Fulton County. The Georgia State Police Department’s primary role in the delivery of victim and witness services is as a first responder. As a first responder and during the preliminary and follow-up investigations, officers are equipped to provide victims of crime with a copy of the Georgia State Police Department’s “Your Right as a Victim” pamphlet detailing the rights listed below and also providing additional points of contact for needed services.
The Police Department recognizes that victims of crimes have a right to…
- An explanation of the criminal justice processes.
- Notification if an arrest is made in their case.
- Be informed by the Police Department and the District Attorney’s Office of their role in any proceedings.
- Be notified of court dates and of court date cancellations.
- Have stolen or personal property being held as evidence returned as soon as possible.
- Be informed of financial assistance available and assistance in filing under the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council.
- Be informed of the outcome or verdict of their case.
- Have information concerning the impact of the crime and their lives presented to the court at sentencing.
- Be informed of the type and length of sentence and of any impending release of the offender.
- Be referred to any local or state agency, counselors or other appropriate agency in aiding them in their recovery from the crime or other personal issues which are a result of the crime.
Additional Telephone Numbers You Should Know
| Fulton County Jail (inmate information) | (404)613-2000 |
| Fulton County Solicitor’s Office | (404)612-4800 |
| Magistrate Court | (404)612-5045 |
| Warrant Office | (404)612-4752 |
| Victim Assistance | (404)612-6883 |
| Fulton County District Attorney’s Office | (404)612-4980 |
| Victim Assistance | (404)612-4986 |
| Governor’s Victim Assistance Help Line | (800)338-6745 |
| Criminal Justice Coordinating Council | |
| Victim Compensation | (404)559-4949 |
| TDD | (404)559-4177 |
Related Links
Georgia Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse
Georgia law requires that Georgia State employees (faculty/staff) and volunteers who regularly come in contact with children as part of their duties and who have a reasonable cause to believe a child has been abused or neglected (either on- or off-campus) to report that abuse immediately (no later than 24 hours after such belief arises).
Persons should immediately report any concerns by phone to either (1) child protective services or law enforcement or (2) their supervisor. A supervisor who receives such a report should immediately report such concern (without making any changes to the information) to child protective services or law enforcement. Locally, the following departments/agencies may be contacted:
| Agency | Phone Number |
| Georgia State University Police | (404)413-2100 |
| Fulton County Department of Family and Children Services | (404)206-5600 |
| DeKalb County Department of Family and Children Services | (404)370-5000 |
| Statewide Reporting Hotline | 1-855-GACHILD |
Reports made to child protective services or law enforcement personnel may be made confidentially or anonymously.
Professional licensing associations may require additional reporting requirements for certain professions (for example, teachers, social workers, daycare facilitators, etc.). University employees/volunteers holding such designations are encouraged to consult their professional licensing associations for more information.
Mandatory Reporter Training is available through the Governor’s Office for Children and Families (“GOCF”), which hosts a free 1-hour online training, accessible here.
If you have questions about your responsibilities under the new mandatory reporting law, contact the Office of Legal Affairs at (404) 413-0500.
Campus Carry
House Bill 280, commonly known as the ‘campus carry’ legislation, will take effect on July 1. I understand that many of you have strong feelings about this bill. Yet, whether you opposed or supported the legislation, it will soon be state law, and I respectfully ask everyone to exercise patience, understanding and respect as we implement it. We all share the same goal of ensuring a safe campus environment. We should work together to implement the law as written and thoughtfully address any complications that may arise.”
May faculty members place statements about HB280 on their course syllabi?
The Campus Carry legislation allows anyone properly licensed in the state of Georgia to carry a handgun in a concealed manner on university property with noted exceptions. Information about the law can be found on this page. It is the responsibility of the license holder to know the law. Failure to do so may result in a misdemeanor charge and may violate the Georgia State Student Code of Conduct.”
Can faculty members exclude from the classrooms in which they teach?
Will the university post signs that show where guns are allowed?
Will the university offer gun storage facilities?
What should I do if I think someone is carrying a handgun in a restricted area?
If you have questions about the law, contact the Office of Legal Affairs.
Personal Safety
Avoid potentially dangerous situations by maintaining a complete sense of awareness. Planning ahead for responses to such situations allows one to remain confident while traveling around campus, home or any location. For any situation, it is important to consider prevention, preparation and action.
Prevention
People unknowingly engage in activities every day that make them more vulnerable to crime. Make yourself less of a potential target by incorporating some simple actions.
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Travel on well-lit, busy streets and avoid walking through alleys.
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Always trust your intuition and pay attention to warning signs, such as people watching you or quickly approaching.
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Maintain complete awareness of your surroundings. Do not become distracted by using your cell phone or listening to your headset while walking.
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Do not walk alone, especially at night.
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Only take what you absolutely need with you when going out. Avoid carrying large amounts of cash or multiple credit cards. Use backpacks to conceal laptop computers.
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Remain confident, alert and in control. Avoid going out or walking home while intoxicated.
The Safety Escort Program offers mobile transport to campus and near off-campus locations during evening hours. Safety Escorts operate during the school year from 7 p.m. until 11 p.m. when school is in session.
To request a Safety Escort:
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Call 404-413-2100 from any campus or near off-campus location.
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Call 3-2100 from any campus phone.
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Make your request via an Emergency Call Box.
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Flag down a Georgia State Safety Escort van or Georgia State police officer.
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Use machines in busy areas that are well lit.
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Pay attention to those behind you and around you before making a transaction.
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Be private about your personal identification number.
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Never write your personal identification number on your card.
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Remove your card from the machine when your transaction is complete.
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Pressing 911 into the machine does NOT alert authorities to an emergency.
Preparation
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Carry a safety whistle or other noise-making device and use it when you feel threatened. Noise attracts the attention of those nearby. Although yelling is often the most effective method of attracting attention, people often lack the ability to speak in crisis situations. Anyone can blow a whistle.
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Become familiar with the locations of Emergency Call Boxes.
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Emergency Call Boxes provide a direct link to Georgia State Police 24 hours a day.
- Self-defense classes are offered by Georgia State during the fall and spring semesters
- The Georgia State Police Department offers Community Outreach Programs to educate students on how to avoid dangerous situations and what to do if one should arise.
Action
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In an uncomfortable situation, be assertive.
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Maintain eye contact with those who may attempt to confront you and do not let yourself get distracted.
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Maintain a confident physical demeanor.
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Maintain a physical distance of at least six feet from strangers.
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Do not be afraid to tell someone to get out of your personal space.
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If necessary, yell to attract the attention of those nearby.
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Use direct commands, such as “Get back!” “Leave me alone!” or “Let me go!”
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If someone demands your property, give it to him or her. Do not resist. Maintaining your personal safety is more important than your backpack or cell phone.
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If someone claims to have a weapon, believe him or her and surrender your property.
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Throw your property in one direction and run away in the opposite direction to a safer place.
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While running, attract attention by yelling.
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If your assailant targets you instead of your property, remain calm and breathe. Think of your planned response, defend yourself and escape.
Vehicle Safety
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Walk with others to your vehicle whenever possible.
- Carry your car keys when approaching your vehicle so you can enter quickly. For added safety, put your car and house keys on separate key chains.
- Always check underneath your car upon approach and in the rear seat for intruders before entering your automobile.
- If something or someone looks suspicious, leave the area immediately. Do not try to go to your vehicle.
- Lock your doors immediately and keep windows rolled up whenever possible.
- Keep all of your doors locked.
- Drive on well-traveled and well-lit streets.
- Leave enough room between your car and the vehicle ahead so you can drive around it if necessary.
- If someone tries to enter your stopped vehicle, sound the horn and drive to a safe area before calling the police.
- Never pick up hitchhikers or troubled motorists. If you want to help a troubled motorist, drive to the nearest phone and call the police. An accident may be staged.
- If your vehicle breaks down, ask any person who stops to help to call the police. Do not allow any person access to you or your car. Roll down your window no more than an inch.
- If you are involved in a minor collision in an isolated area, you may want to drive to a well-lit and populated area before stopping to assess your damage.
- While driving, if you notice that you are being followed, do not go home. Drive to the nearest police station, open store or service station for help. If you are fearful of exiting your vehicle, honk your horn to draw attention to yourself.
- Never leave your car’s engine running, even if you will only be gone for a minute.
- Never hide a second set of keys anywhere on your car.
- Limit distractions. Texting while driving is illegal.
- Park in well-lit areas.
- Trust your instincts. If something doesn’t feel right, find another place to park.
- Do not leave valuable items visible in your car. Put them in the trunk or take them with you.
- Carry your registration and insurance card with you. Never leave valuable documents in your car that could help a thief identify who you are or where you live.
- Call ahead when driving to your home late at night and have someone watch you walk from your car to the residence.
Pedestrian Safety
The Pedestrian Safety Traffic Team was formed in 2002 in conjunction with Crime Prevention and the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to assist with traffic enforcement and pedestrian safety within the campus and in downtown Atlanta. The team’s goal is to help ensure safety on the streets of Atlanta and to maintain a pedestrian-friendly traffic environment.
This unit emphasizes:
- Pedestrian education for crosswalks
- Distribution of PEDs pamphlets
- Traffic stops and citations for moving violations
- Jaywalking citations
- A pedestrian shall obey the instructions of a traffic-control device. (O.C.G.A. 40-6-90)
- The driver of a vehicle shall stop and remain stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross the roadway within a crosswalk. (O.C.G.A. 40-6-91)
- Whenever a vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk, another shall not overtake or pass such stopped vehicle.
- A pedestrian shall yield the right of way to all vehicles outside a marked crosswalk. (O.C.G.A. 40-6-91)
- A pedestrian shall not suddenly walk in front of traffic when it is impractical for the driver to yield.
- Where a sidewalk is provided, it shall be unlawful for a pedestrian to walk along and upon an adjacent roadway. (O.C.G.A. 40-6-96)
- When making a turn, vehicles must stop and remain stopped for pedestrians crossing legally inside a crosswalk. (O.C.G.A. 40-6-21)
- Look both ways before crossing the street.
- Look to see if cars are approaching the intersection to turn.
- Be aware of what the traffic lights indicate.
- Be attentive to the crossing signal and be mindful of its instructions.
- Don’t walk in front of traffic when it is impractical for the driver to yield.
- If you walk outside a crosswalk you must yield the right of way to vehicles.
- Vehicles should stop and remain stopped to allow you to cross the roadway within a crosswalk.
- Whenever a vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk, watch for other vehicles approaching.
- Walk with confidence, shoulders back and head up. Look around, be aware of your surroundings and trust your instincts. If something does not look or feel right, stop to see what has triggered your fear. Do not ignore your instincts. They are your first line of defense.
- Walk in groups. There is safety in numbers.
- If you sense that you are being followed, change your direction or pace. If the person following you does likewise, seek a safe place where there are people and lights and bring attention to yourself. Try to remember an accurate description of the suspect.
- Avoid undesirable areas or shortcuts. If you make a wrong turn, go back immediately. Don’t take chances.
- If approached on the street, make brief, stern eye contact and continue walking. If someone insists on talking, acknowledge his or her presence with a nod and continue walking. Do not stop and engage in a conversation.
- Never get into a vehicle, even if forced at the point of a gun. Your chance of survival on the street is better than in a vehicle or remote location of the abductor’s choice.
Remember, our streets are not just for cars.
We share them with pedestrians, bicyclists and public transit.
By knowing the rules, we can help make Atlanta’s streets safer.
Housing Safety
Safety is our number-one priority for our residents. The university staffs a 24/7 police substation in University Commons, where security officers monitor more than 600 cameras set up throughout our on-campus housing.
Residents in university housing must check in all guests and leave a government-issued photo ID at the community desk upon arrival. Guests will receive a wristband, which they are required to wear while in the building. Residents must escort their guests at all times and are responsible for their guests’ behavior.
Security
- Get to know the people who live on your floor or in your apartment complex. When you’re familiar with the faces and names, you’ll recognize someone who is out of place more quickly.
- Never let a stranger into the residence hall or apartment complex.
- When you do see someone you don’t know, ask him or her what they’re doing. Questions such as, “Do you need any help?” “Who are you here to see,” etc., will help keep everyone safe. Remember that the living community is your home, and you should never feel obligated to let someone you don’t know into your home. If you suspect someone should not be in on-campus housing, call University Police at 404-413-3333, 3-3333 from a campus phone or via an emergency call box.
- Lock your room or apartment doors and windows. To protect yourself and your belongings, keep your doors and windows locked at all times, even if you just go down the hall for a few minutes.
- Engrave expensive belongings with your name, or a driver’s license number. This will help police recover your items if they do get stolen.
- Report any stolen item to University Housing staff or Georgia State Police immediately.
- NEVER prop the doors open. If a friend is coming over, arrange to meet him or her, or have your friend call you to let them in. Propped doors allow anyone access to the community at night and jeopardize everyone’s safety.
- Walk with someone you know and trust. If you do choose to walk by yourself, let someone know where you are going and when you expect to be back.
- Let your roommate or RA know when you plan to be gone from campus for a while (a weekend or overnight). When your roommate or a staff member notices a student has been gone for a while, and nobody knows where he or she is, a missing person report should be filed with the Georgia State Police Department.
- When you have a friend come for a visit, register your guest and let other people on your floor know about it. That way they don’t think there is some strange person wandering around. Also, make sure to follow the guest policy procedures outlined in the Residence Hall or Apartment Handbook.
- Know how to contact University Housing staff and Georgia State Police in an emergency. Keep these phone numbers posted near the telephone and add them to your ‘contacts’ in your cell phone.
- Keep a list of people to contact in an emergency in case you’re ever involved in an accident, emergency situation, etc. This list could include your family, friends from home, friends at Georgia State, medical information, etc. Let your roommate know where this list is. Keep a list of emergency contacts in your mobile phone under the heading of ICE (In Case of Emergency) or EMERGENCY. This will help friends or emergency response personnel to get the needed information quickly.
- Keep your online information confidential and do not post personal information that could compromise your safety online.
Fire Safety
- Fire safety is the resident’s responsibility. Inspect your dorm or apartment and communicate any fire hazards to University Housing staff or your landlord in writing.
- Most fires occur at night when apartments are most heavily populated.
- Smoking is the number one cause of fatal apartment fires. People drop cigarettes on furniture or in wastepaper baskets. Do not allow smoking in your apartment. If you do, provide smokers with large ashtrays and check behind furniture and cushions before going to bed. Do not smoke in bed. Make sure cigarettes, pipes, etc., are extinguished before emptying ashtrays into the garbage.
- Do not leave paper or combustibles by heaters or open flames.
- Do not block exits.
- Explore your dwelling and identify all of the possible exits.
- Keep exit and stairway doors closed at all times.
- Never use an elevator in a fire. Use the stairs.
- Do not overcrowd your dorm or apartment with people or belongings. Your dorm or apartment should not exceed legal capacity.
- Make sure your apartment has safety devices such as smoke detectors and working fire extinguishers.
- Check for electrical hazards, including worn electrical cords, overloaded extension cords and outlets, broken appliances and exposed wiring or outlets.
- Do not run cords under carpets, over doors, over nails or in high-traffic areas.
- Use heavy-duty extension cords.
- Make sure your apartment has smoke detectors outside of every bedroom (and inside if you sleep with the door closed). Change batteries twice a year and when they beep or expire.
- Rooms, hallways, floors, special exits, etc., should be equipped with smoke detectors.
- Follow the manufacturer’s testing and cleaning instructions for smoke detectors. Test them at least once a month.
- Create an evacuation plan with your roommates. Post it in public places so your guests know it, too. Decide upon a meeting place outside.
- Never re-enter a burning building. Let the fire department know if someone is left inside.
- Do not burn trash.
- Do not place space heaters near curtains, furniture or plastics. They should be at least three feet away from other objects.
- Make sure space heaters are turned off and unplugged before leaving the room.
- If a breaker trips or a fuse blows, try to find out why before just flipping the breaker or replacing the fuse.
- If you have a fireplace, make sure it has a screen. Keep rugs, curtains and fire starters away from the flame.
- Make sure nothing is stored by your heater or furnace.
- Extinguish candles and incense before you leave the room.
- Do not leave the stove or oven on and unattended.
Ride Safe
The “Ride Safe” program is courtesy of the Georgia State Police Department. Our services are offered Monday – Friday between 6 p.m. and 1a.m. The “Ride Safe” program is conducted by Police Officers who provide safety escorts for the Georgia State community and their guests by safely transporting them around campus at night on designated routes. The “Ride Safe” program also provides a continuous visual patrol of the community, property and surrounding areas to deter any criminal/suspicious activity.
For more information, contact the Police Department at 404-413-3333.
For Safety Escorts call 404-413-2100.
Emergency Call Boxes
Emergency call boxes in parking lots, parking decks and plaza areas are an integral part of the safety and security services provided by the Georgia State Police Department.
The boxes are activated by opening the door on the box and pushing a call button on the inside. The caller is connected to the police radio network and may speak to the police dispatcher. The university has more than 58 call boxes, which can be identified by emergency signs and flashing blue lights.
Police officers check the boxes daily to make sure they are operational.
Safety Abroad
Visit the Risk Management Study Abroad page for important links, health and safety and advice on traveling abroad, etc .
Annual Security Report
The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990 (also known as the Clery Act) is a federal law enacted to provide students, faculty and staff with information to make decisions that affect their personal safety. In accordance with the Clery Act, Georgia State annually compiles and publishes crime statistics for the campus and surrounding areas in an annual crime report known as the Safety Net. The Safety Net also includes Georgia State’s policy on drugs and alcohol in accordance with the Drug-Free Schools and Campuses Act.
Campus Crime Alerts
University Commons, Student Center and Library North
Clery Act Safety Alert Unlawful Surveillance/Public Indecency Incident Date/Time: Monday, January 27, 2020 and Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Incident […]
John Wesley Dobbs and Park Place
Clery Act Safety Alert Attempted Armed Robbery Incident Date/Time: Friday, October 11, 2019 12:34 AM Incident Location: John Wesley […]
Collins and Decatur Street
Clery Act Safety Alert Armed Robbery Incident Date/Time: Thursday, October 10, 2019 11:45 PM Incident Location: Collins and Decatur Street […]
Stadium Parking Lot – Blue Lot
Clery Act Safety Alert Armed Robbery Incident Date/Time: Friday, September 27, 2019 6:02 PM Incident Location: Stadium Parking Lot – […]
Auburn Avenue and Piedmont Avenue (Dwell Apartments)
Clery Act Safety Alert Shooting Incident Date/Time: Wednesday, January 16, 2019 Incident Location: Auburn Avenue & Piedmont Avenue Incident Description:The Atlanta Police […]
John Wesley Dobbs and Courtland Street
Carjacking Incident Date/Time: Thursday, April 12, 2018 3:54 a.m. Incident Location: John Wesley Dobbs and Courtland Street Incident Description: Atlanta Police Department reported […]
Daily Police Reports
Statistic Reports
Downtown Main Campus
| Criminal Incidents | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rape | 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Fondling | 5 | 9 | 9 |
| Incest | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Statutory Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery | 12 | 7 | 10 |
| Aggravated Assault | 12 | 6 | 3 |
| Burglary | 2 | 6 | 3 |
| Motor Vehicle Thefts | 9 | 5 | 6 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Offense | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Domestic Violence | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Dating Violence | 7 | 17 | 15 |
| Stalking | 8 | 9 | 8 |
Alpharetta Campus
| Criminal Incidents | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fondling | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Incest | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Statutory Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Burglary | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Motor Vehicle Thefts | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Offense | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Domestic Violence | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Dating Violence | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Stalking | 1 | 0 | 4 |
Clarkston Campus
| Criminal Incidents | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fondling | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Incest | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Statutory Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Burglary | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Motor Vehicle Thefts | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Offense | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Domestic Violence | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Dating Violence | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Stalking | 1 | 0 | 4 |
Decatur Campus
| Criminal Incidents | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fondling | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Incest | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Statutory Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Burglary | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Motor Vehicle Thefts | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Offense | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Domestic Violence | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dating Violence | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Stalking | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Dunwoody Campus
| Criminal Incidents | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fondling | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Incest | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Statutory Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Burglary | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Motor Vehicle Thefts | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Offense | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Domestic Violence | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dating Violence | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Stalking | 0 | 2 | 5 |
Newton Campus
| Criminal Incidents | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fondling | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Incest | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Statutory Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Burglary | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Motor Vehicle Thefts | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Offense | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Domestic Violence | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dating Violence | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Stalking | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Annual Reports
- Internal Affairs 2020 Annual Report
- Internal Affairs 2019 Annual Report
- Internal Affairs 2018 Annual Report
- Internal Affairs 2017 Annual Report
- Internal Affairs 2016 Annual Report
- Internal Affairs 2015 Annual Report
- Internal Affairs 2014 Annual Report
- Internal Affairs 2013 Annual Report
These statistics are presented for the use of students, faculty, staff and prospective students under the requirements of the Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act (Public Law 101-542) of 1990. Your Georgia State Police Department is proud to report the annual crime statistics as a record reflective of our successes in supporting the community. We are also proud of the fact that we have been reporting these statistics voluntarily for many years prior to the requirements set forth in the Campus Security Act of 1990.
If you need more information on statistics, e-mail Kiawana Wilborn or call (404) 413-3207, Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.
The Georgia State Police Records unit is responsible for maintenance of all incident reports which occur within the Georgia State jurisdiction. The records clerk is also responsible for monthly and annual statistical reports for crime on the Georgia State campus and to distribute and release Incident/Accident reports upon request and maintain a record of released reports.
One may obtain a copy of an incident/accident report by coming in person to the Georgia State Police Department on any of the Georgia State campuses between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday – Friday. Allow 3-4 business days for processing of reports.
Victim/Witness Services
It is the policy of the Georgia State Police Department that victims of crimes be treated with dignity, compassion and respect in accordance with state law.
The Fulton County District Attorney’s Office and the Fulton County Solicitor’s Office are the agencies primarily responsible for the delivery of victim and witness services in Fulton County. The Georgia State Police Department’s primary role in the delivery of victim and witness services is as a first responder. As a first responder and during the preliminary and follow-up investigations, officers are equipped to provide victims of crime with a copy of the Georgia State Police Department’s “Your Right as a Victim” pamphlet detailing the rights listed below and also providing additional points of contact for needed services.
The Police Department recognizes that victims of crimes have a right to…
- An explanation of the criminal justice processes.
- Notification if an arrest is made in their case.
- Be informed by the Police Department and the District Attorney’s Office of their role in any proceedings.
- Be notified of court dates and of court date cancellations.
- Have stolen or personal property being held as evidence returned as soon as possible.
- Be informed of financial assistance available and assistance in filing under the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council.
- Be informed of the outcome or verdict of their case.
- Have information concerning the impact of the crime and their lives presented to the court at sentencing.
- Be informed of the type and length of sentence and of any impending release of the offender.
- Be referred to any local or state agency, counselors or other appropriate agency in aiding them in their recovery from the crime or other personal issues which are a result of the crime.
Additional Telephone Numbers You Should Know
| Fulton County Jail (inmate information) | (404)613-2000 |
| Fulton County Solicitor’s Office | (404)612-4800 |
| Magistrate Court | (404)612-5045 |
| Warrant Office | (404)612-4752 |
| Victim Assistance | (404)612-6883 |
| Fulton County District Attorney’s Office | (404)612-4980 |
| Victim Assistance | (404)612-4986 |
| Governor’s Victim Assistance Help Line | (800)338-6745 |
| Criminal Justice Coordinating Council | |
| Victim Compensation | (404)559-4949 |
| TDD | (404)559-4177 |
Related Links
Georgia Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse
Georgia law requires that Georgia State employees (faculty/staff) and volunteers who regularly come in contact with children as part of their duties and who have a reasonable cause to believe a child has been abused or neglected (either on- or off-campus) to report that abuse immediately (no later than 24 hours after such belief arises).
Persons should immediately report any concerns by phone to either (1) child protective services or law enforcement or (2) their supervisor. A supervisor who receives such a report should immediately report such concern (without making any changes to the information) to child protective services or law enforcement. Locally, the following departments/agencies may be contacted:
| Agency | Phone Number |
| Georgia State University Police | (404)413-2100 |
| Fulton County Department of Family and Children Services | (404)206-5600 |
| DeKalb County Department of Family and Children Services | (404)370-5000 |
| Statewide Reporting Hotline | 1-855-GACHILD |
Reports made to child protective services or law enforcement personnel may be made confidentially or anonymously.
Professional licensing associations may require additional reporting requirements for certain professions (for example, teachers, social workers, daycare facilitators, etc.). University employees/volunteers holding such designations are encouraged to consult their professional licensing associations for more information.
Mandatory Reporter Training is available through the Governor’s Office for Children and Families (“GOCF”), which hosts a free 1-hour online training, accessible here.
If you have questions about your responsibilities under the new mandatory reporting law, contact the Office of Legal Affairs at (404) 413-0500.
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