Find Court Docket in Barbour County
Court docket records for Barbour County are kept by the Circuit Clerk at the courthouse in Clayton. The docket shows all actions in each case from filing to final ruling. Barbour County is part of the 3rd Judicial Circuit with Bullock County. The courts handle civil suits, criminal cases, family law, and traffic tickets. You can see records online through Alacourt ACCESS or in person at the clerk's office during work hours.
Barbour County Quick Facts
Barbour County Circuit Clerk
The Circuit Clerk keeps all court records in Barbour County. This means logging docket entries, filing new cases, sending out summonses, running jury picks, and taking in court fees. The clerk's office is the main place to get court docs and case info.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 1 Court Square, Clayton, AL 36016 |
| Phone | (334) 775-8371 |
| Office Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Website | barbour.alacourt.gov |
The Barbour County Courthouse sits on the court square in downtown Clayton. Parking is tight around the square and side streets. You must go through security when you enter. The clerk's office can help you find case records, get copies, and learn court steps.
Online Court Record Access
Barbour County court records are on the Alacourt ACCESS system, Alabama's statewide court portal. The database has civil, criminal, family, and traffic cases. You can search by name or case number and see docket info after you pay the search fee.
To search Barbour County records online:
- Visit pa.alacourt.com
- Choose Barbour County from the county selection menu
- Enter search criteria such as party name or case number
- Complete the payment and review the docket results
Online searches show the docket sheet for each case with all filings and court actions in date order. To get actual docs like complaints, motions, and orders, you may need to ask the clerk's office. Some cases are blocked from online view. These include juvenile cases, sealed cases, and some domestic violence matters.
Copy and Search Fees
Fees for copies and searches help pay for keeping court records and giving the public access.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Standard copies (per page) | $1.00 |
| Certified copies (per page) | $1.00 plus $5.00 certification |
| Record search fee | $5.00 - $10.00 |
| Alacourt ACCESS | Per-search fee (shown before payment) |
In person, you can pay with cash, check, or money order. Call first to ask about credit cards. For mail requests, add a check or money order to Barbour County Circuit Clerk. They will let you know if more money is needed.
Types of Court Records Available
The Barbour County Circuit Clerk keeps records for all case types in Circuit Court and District Court.
Civil Cases
Civil dockets track fights between people, firms, or groups. Common cases include injury suits, contract claims, property fights, and debt cases. Circuit Court handles civil cases over $10,000. District Court deals with smaller claims under $3,000.
Criminal Cases
Criminal dockets track cases where the state charges someone with a crime. Felonies like violent crimes, theft, and drug crimes go to Circuit Court. Misdemeanors go to District Court. The docket shows arraignments, hearings, trial dates, pleas, verdicts, and sentencing.
Domestic Relations
Family law cases go to Circuit Court. These include divorce, child custody, child support, visitation, and protection orders. These cases often have many hearings over time. Each filing and court action shows up in the docket.
Traffic Cases
Traffic tickets go through District Court. Cases range from speeding to serious crimes like DUI. The docket shows the ticket, court dates, outcome, and any fines.
Legal Framework for Record Access
Alabama laws and court rules set how the public can access court records while keeping some info private.
Public Records Law
Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 lets Alabama residents look at and copy public records like court records. A 2024 change asks you to prove you live in Alabama. A driver license, state ID, or voter card works. The law leans toward giving you access.
Court Privacy Rules
The Alabama Rules of Court-Record Privacy keep some info from the public. There are 96 types of private data. These include Social Security numbers, bank accounts, medical records, child victim names, and addresses in some family cases. This info is blacked out before records go out.
Sealed Records
A court may seal records when letting them out would cause harm. Sealing makes sense for trade secrets, national security, harassment risks, or family privacy. Sealed records are not open to the public. You can ask the court to unseal them if things change.
Expungement
Under Alabama Code Section 15-27-1, some criminal records can be erased. Dropped charges and wins at trial usually qualify. Some misdemeanors can be erased after a wait. A few non-violent felonies may also work. Erased records come off public court systems.
Visiting the Courthouse
The Barbour County Courthouse in Clayton is open during work hours. The building has court offices, courtrooms, and other county services.
When visiting:
- Bring valid photo identification
- Have case details ready including party names, case numbers, or date ranges
- Plan for security screening at the entrance
- Bring payment for copy fees if needed
- Leave prohibited items such as weapons in your vehicle
Staff can help you find records and tell you how to make requests. They cannot give legal advice or tell you what to do with your case. For legal help, talk to a lawyer or call a legal aid group.
Submitting Written Requests
Barbour County takes written requests by mail if you cannot come in. It takes two to four weeks to process, based on how hard the request is.
Include in your written request:
- Full names of parties involved
- Case number if known
- Case type (civil, criminal, domestic, traffic)
- Approximate date range if case number is unknown
- Specific documents requested
- Your name, address, and phone number
- Proof of Alabama residency
- Check or money order for estimated fees
Mail to: Barbour County Circuit Clerk, 1 Court Square, Clayton, AL 36016. The clerk will contact you if additional fees are required. Overpayments will be refunded.
Cities in Barbour County
Court records for all places in Barbour County are kept by the Circuit Clerk in Clayton. City courts may handle local law violations and some traffic tickets.
Cities in Barbour County include Clayton, Eufaula, Clio, Louisville, and Blue Springs. Eufaula is the biggest city with about 11,000 people. All civil, criminal, and family law filings in Barbour County go through the Clayton courthouse.
For records from other counties, call the Circuit Clerk there. Cases are usually filed where the defendant lives or where the events took place.
Nearby Counties
Barbour County shares the 3rd Judicial Circuit with Bullock County. The same judges may hear cases in both places. Nearby counties may have records if your case crosses county lines.
Legal Resources
The following resources can help Barbour County residents with legal matters.
| Resource | Contact |
|---|---|
| Alabama State Bar Lawyer Referral | 1-800-354-6154 |
| Legal Services Alabama | 1-866-456-4995 |
| Alabama Judicial System (Forms) | Court forms and instructions |
Legal Services Alabama gives free legal help to low-income folks who qualify for civil matters. The Alabama State Bar can link you with local lawyers. Court forms and self-help tools are on the Alabama Judicial System site.
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