Greene County Court Docket

Court docket records in Greene County give a full log of all cases filed in this west-central Alabama county. Greene County is part of the 17th Judicial Circuit with Marengo and Sumter counties. The Circuit Clerk in Eutaw keeps these records and lets the public see them online or in person. As one of Alabama's smallest counties by head count, Greene County has fewer cases than city areas. But the same legal rules and record-keeping apply. Civil suits, criminal cases, and family law matters all make docket entries that track each case from start to end.

Greene County Circuit Clerk

The Circuit Clerk keeps all court records in Greene County. This elected role runs all filings for Circuit Court and District Court, keeps the docket up to date, and gives copies of court papers to the public. The clerk's office also runs jury work and works with judges who travel the 17th Judicial Circuit.

Court Records Available

Greene County courts handle the same types of cases as other Alabama counties even with fewer people. Circuit Court takes felonies, civil cases over $10,000, divorce and custody matters, and appeals from lower courts. District Court handles misdemeanors, first hearings in felony cases, small claims, and civil disputes under $10,000. All these make docket entries kept by the Circuit Clerk.

Online Access Through Alacourt

Greene County court records are on Alacourt ACCESS, the statewide court records site. You can search by name or case number. There's a fee for each search, and you pay by credit card. Results show case summaries, docket sheets, and links to scanned papers. This online system runs all day and night, so you can search records when the courthouse is closed.

Fees for Court Record Services

Standard fees apply for getting court records from Greene County. The Circuit Clerk collects fees set by state law for copies and searches.

The courthouse takes cash, check, or money order for in-person payments. Mail requests should have a check or money order to Greene County Circuit Clerk. Add a stamped return envelope with your request. The Alacourt site has its own fees shown before you finish each search.

How to Search Court Dockets

Online Search Process

To search Greene County court records online, start at the Alacourt ACCESS site. You can sign up for an account or search as a guest. Pick Greene County or search the whole state. Type in the name with last name first, or use a case number if you have one. The search shows a list of matching cases with basic info. Pick a case to see the full docket, which lists every filing and event in order by date.

In-Person Search

The Greene County Courthouse in Eutaw has public terminals where you can search court records with no per-search fees. This works well if you need to look at many cases or want help from staff. Bring a valid ID and details about the records you need. Staff can help find records but can't give legal advice about your case.

Mail Requests

You can ask for court records by mail. Write to the Circuit Clerk at the address above. Include the names of parties, rough dates, and case type if you know it. Give your return address and pay the search fee up front. It usually takes two to four weeks. The clerk will send copies or let you know if records can't be found or more money is needed.

Legal Framework for Record Access

State law sets the rules for court record access in Greene County. These rules balance public access with privacy for sensitive info.

Public Records Law

Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 gives Alabama residents the right to look at and copy public records. Court records fall under this law. A 2024 change now asks for proof that you live in Alabama before you can get records. An Alabama driver license, state ID, or voter registration works. Records should be ready during work hours.

Court Record Privacy Rules

The Alabama Rules of Court-Record Privacy and Confidentiality started January 1, 2025. These rules list 96 types of info that must stay private. This includes Social Security numbers, bank account numbers, medical info, names of child victims, and home addresses of abuse victims. Anyone filing papers must cut this info out before they file.

Sealed and Restricted Records

Not all court records can be seen by the public. Juvenile cases are private by law under Alabama Code Section 12-15-133. Adoption files are sealed. A judge can also seal records if there's a strong reason, like protecting trade secrets, stopping harm to witnesses, or keeping family matters private. To see sealed records, you must file a motion and get court approval.

Types of Cases in Greene County Courts

Criminal Cases

Criminal cases make up a big part of the Greene County docket. Felonies like burglary, assault, drug trafficking, and robbery go to Circuit Court. District Court handles misdemeanors like disorderly conduct, simple assault, minor drug possession, and DUI. The docket tracks each step from arrest through trial and sentencing, including bond hearings and pretrial motions.

Civil Cases

Civil lawsuits in Greene County cover fights over contracts, property, injuries, and debts. Bigger claims go to Circuit Court. District Court takes smaller amounts and eviction cases. The civil docket shows when complaints come in, when defendants answer, what discovery happens, and how cases end through settlement, dismissal, or trial.

Domestic Relations

Family law cases go to Greene County Circuit Court. These include divorce petitions, child custody fights, child support cases, visitation changes, and protective orders. Family dockets often stay active for years as people come back to court for changes. Records show all orders, agreements, and hearings for each family.

Traffic Cases

Traffic tickets in Greene County go to District Court. Speeding, driving with no license, reckless driving, and other car-related crimes show up on the traffic docket. Some traffic cases can have big effects, like license loss or jail time for repeat offenders.

Related Record Sources

Greene County Probate Court

Probate records are separate from the court docket kept by the Circuit Clerk. The Probate Judge handles wills, estates, guardianships, conservatorships, and marriage licenses. For these records, call the Greene County Probate Office at (205) 372-3340.

Alabama Law Enforcement Agency

Statewide criminal history reports are on the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency site. These background checks may have records beyond what shows up in county court dockets.

Alabama Department of Corrections

The Alabama Department of Corrections site has an inmate locator that shows where people are in custody. This adds to court records by showing where someone is doing time.

Federal Courts

Greene County is in the Northern District of Alabama for federal court matters. Cases with federal law, bankruptcy, or fights between people from different states may go to federal court instead of state court. Search federal records through PACER.

Cities and Towns in Greene County

Greene County has the smallest head count of any county in Alabama. Towns in the county include Eutaw, Boligee, Forkland, and Union. All court records for these areas are kept by the Circuit Clerk in Eutaw. None of the towns in Greene County have enough people for their own city pages on this site.

Court filings for Greene County folks are handled at the courthouse on Morrow Avenue in Eutaw. The 17th Judicial Circuit judges rotate among Greene, Marengo, and Sumter counties to hear cases.

Nearby Counties

For court records from nearby areas, these counties sit next to Greene County.

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