Access Monroe County Court Docket
Court docket records in Monroe County are kept by the Circuit Clerk at the Monroeville courthouse. The county is in the 35th Judicial Circuit with Conecuh County. The docket is the record of all cases from filing to the end. Monroe County is in southwest Alabama. It is known as the home of author Harper Lee. Public records include civil cases, crime cases, family matters like divorce and custody, and traffic tickets. You can get records online through Alacourt ACCESS or in person at the clerk's office during work hours.
Monroe County Quick Facts
Monroe County Circuit Clerk
The Circuit Clerk keeps all court records in Monroe County. This office takes case filings, keeps the docket up to date, records court orders and judgments, and gives copies to the public. The office serves both Circuit Court and District Court.
| Address | 65 N Alabama Ave Monroeville, AL 36460 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (251) 743-4107 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Judicial Circuit | 35th Judicial Circuit (with Conecuh County) |
Types of Court Records
The Circuit Clerk keeps docket records for many case types. Circuit Court hears felonies, civil cases over $10,000, family matters like divorce and custody, and appeals from District Court. District Court takes misdemeanors, civil fights under $10,000, small claims, traffic tickets, and first hearings for felonies.
How to Search Records
There are a few ways to search Monroe County court docket records. Alacourt ACCESS online covers the whole state. Search by name or case number. There is a fee per search. If you go to the Circuit Clerk office in Monroeville in person, there is no fee per search. But copy fees still apply. You can also mail requests with the fees paid up front.
Online Records Portal
Monroe County court records are in Alacourt ACCESS, the state database for Alabama trial court records. It covers civil, crime, family, and traffic cases from all 67 counties.
Search results show case info like case numbers, party names, case types, filing dates, and status. The docket with the time line of each case is there too. Some docs may cost extra or need a visit to view.
Fees and Costs
Monroe County uses standard fees for court record services as set by state law and local rules.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Regular copies | $1.00 per page |
| Certified copies | $1.00 per page plus $5.00 certification fee |
| Record search fee | $5.00 to $10.00 |
| Alacourt ACCESS | Fees displayed before completing transaction |
The Circuit Clerk office takes cash, check, and money order. For mail requests, pay up front by check or money order to the Monroe County Circuit Clerk.
Legal Framework for Court Records
State law and court rules set how you get court docket records in Alabama. They try to balance open access with privacy.
Public Records Law
Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 lets Alabama residents look at and copy public records, including court records. A 2024 change says you must show proof you live in Alabama. A driver license, state ID, or voter card works. The law leans toward letting people see records.
Privacy Rules
The Alabama Rules of Court-Record Privacy and Confidentiality guard private info in court records. These rules list 96 types of info that may be cut or blocked. This covers Social Security numbers, bank account numbers, medical info, names of child crime victims, and abuse victim addresses. Juvenile cases, sealed records, and adoption files are not open to the public.
Expungement
Alabama law lets some criminal records be expunged in certain cases. Dropped charges, acquittals, and some misdemeanors may qualify after wait times pass. Expunged records are taken out of public view.
Additional Resources
Appellate Court Records
Appeals from Monroe County Circuit Court go to the Alabama appeals courts. The Alabama Appellate Courts Public Portal gives free access to cases from the Supreme Court, Court of Civil Appeals, and Court of Criminal Appeals. You don't need to sign up or pay.
Federal Courts
Monroe County is in the Southern District of Alabama for federal cases. Federal court records, like bankruptcy and federal crime cases, are on PACER. Federal and state court records are kept apart.
Legal Assistance
The Alabama State Bar Lawyer Referral Service can help you find a lawyer at 1-800-354-6154. Legal Services Alabama gives free civil legal help to low-income people who qualify. Call 1-866-456-4995.
Cities and Towns in Monroe County
Monroe County has several small towns. Court records for all county residents are kept at the Monroeville courthouse. City courts handle ordinance tickets in city limits.
Communities in Monroe County include:
- Monroeville (county seat)
- Frisco City
- Excel
- Beatrice
- Perdue Hill
For Circuit and District Court records, call the Monroe County Circuit Clerk in Monroeville. For city court matters, call that city's court.
Nearby Counties
Monroe County is in southwest Alabama and borders several other counties. If you're not sure which county has a case, look where the defendant lives or where the event took place.
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