Calhoun County, Alabama State Court Records

Calhoun County court records are official documents generated and filed during court proceedings in the county. They may include records relating to court cases such as civil lawsuits, criminal cases, family disputes, and traffic violations. These records are primarily maintained by the Calhoun County Circuit Clerk's Office and may be connected to other public records like arrest records and vital records. For instance, arrest records in Calhoun County may end up as documents in a criminal court case, and a divorce case may be linked to vital records. Furthermore, individuals may connect court documents with vital statistics for birth, death, and marriage certificates managed by the Calhoun County Circuit.

Are Calhoun County Court Records Public?

Yes. Under the Alabama Public Records Law (Code of Alabama § 36-12-40 et seq.), members of the public have the right to inspect and copy court case files and other recorded documents filed in the county courts. Individuals may search for Calhoun County court records in person, via phone, or online. However, some records are exempt from public inspection by state statute or court order and may not be accessed by members of the public. They include juvenile court records, adoption records, mental health proceedings, and cases sealed or expunged by court order.

What Information is Available in Calhoun County Court Records?

Hardin County court records contain information regarding legal proceedings that took place in the county. They include

Case information, including the names and addresses of parties involved in a court case, the case status, number, filing date, and case type
Case documents: These may include filed case documents in a court proceeding, such as orders and judgments, motions, and pleadings
Exhibits: These may include pictures, videos, audio recordings, documents, and other items
Transcripts
Dockets and calendars
Depositions
Adoptions and name changes
Minute entries

Calhoun County Court Records Search

The Alabama statewide judicial system provides members of the public with an online search portal. Registered users seeking court records may visit the Alabama Judicial System Public Access page. Searches may be carried out by name, case number, document images, or case monitoring. Access to these records may differ by case type.

In-Person Access

Interested persons seeking court records may view or obtain them in person by visiting the local courthouse where the case was filed. Most Calhoun County Courthouses maintain public access computer terminals inside the Circuit Clerk's Office for document searches. Requesters may also contact the Clerk's Office via phone at (256) 231-1750.

Mail and Phone Requests

Those who are unable to request a court record in person may submit a written request via mail. Requesters may be required to pay a fee to obtain these records. Payment may be made via money orders, cashier's checks, or major credit cards. Mail requests may take up to 10 days to be processed.

Calhoun County Circuit Clerk

25 West 11th Street

Suite 300

Aniston, AL 36201

Fees for Court Records in Calhoun County

Individuals who wish to obtain Calhoun County court records online via the Alabama statewide judicial system may be required to pay a fee of $9.99 for a name and case number search. Document images cost $5 for the first 20 pages and $0.5 thereafter. Case monitoring costs $19.99 and $29.99 for district cases and circuit cases, respectively. In Calhoun County, obtaining a certified document costs $5 per case or document. Expedited processing requires an additional $25 fee.

Calhoun County Courthouse Locations

Several courts handle different types of cases in Calhoun County. They include:

Calhoun County Circuit Court

25 West 11th Street

Anniston, AL 36201

Phone: (256) 231-1750

Calhoun County District Court

25 West 11th Street

Anniston, AL 36201

Phone: (256) 231-1850

Calhoun County Probate Court

1702 Noble Street, Suite 102

Anniston, AL 36201

Phone: (256) 241-2825

Fax: (256) 231-1728

Anniston Municipal Court

174 13th Street

PO Box 2168

Anniston, AL 36202

Phone: (256) 231-7614

Hobson City Municipal Court

610 Martin Luther King Jr Drive

Hobson City, AL 36201

Phone: (256) 831-0441

Jacksonville Municipal Court

911 Public Safety Drive SW

Jacksonville, AL 36265

Phone: (256) 435-6960

Ohatchee Municipal Court

7801 AL Hwy 77

PO Box 645

Ohatchee, AL 36271

Phone: (256) 892-1691

Oxford Municipal Court

600 Stanley Merrill Drive

Oxford, AL 36203

Phone: (256) 835-0860

Piedmont Municipal Court

312 North Center Avenue

Piedmont, AL 36272

Phone: (256) 447-3571

Fax: (256) 447-3376

Criminal Records Access in Calhoun County

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) handles statewide background checks. Interested persons may obtain Calhoun County criminal history records by contacting the ALEA via phone at (866) 740-4762 or (334) 676-7897 during working hours, 8:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m, Monday to Friday. Record seekers are required to be fingerprinted, provide a copy of a valid ID, the AL CHRI application, and a payment of $25.

Furthermore, individuals seeking criminal history records at the county level may visit the Circuit Clerk's office in person or search for trial and criminal court records online. These local records may only show the details of a specific case, and not the subject's full criminal history across the state.

Calhoun County Probate Records

Calhoun County probate records are official legal documents generated during the legal administration of a person's estate, property, and personal well-being in the Probate Court. They also involve handling matters related to wills, trusts, guardianships, and conservatorships.

Probate records are generally deemed to be public records and may be accessed by anyone. Recent filings of probate records in Calhoun County may be accessed online. However, certain sensitive or private information may be restricted from public inspection. Interested persons may contact the county courthouse to obtain certified copies of probate records.

Calhoun County Family Court Records

The Calhoun County Circuit Court handles family court cases filed within the county, such as divorce, child custody, adoption, and child support. Interested persons may obtain basic case information and schedules via public searches. However, sensitive information like adoption records is not open to the general public. Individuals seeking certified copies of family court documents may visit the Circuit Clerk's office or submit a written request by mail.

Federal Court Records in Calhoun County

Federal court cases in Calhoun County are handled by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama (Eastern Division). Court records may include docket sheets, pleadings, and court orders generated by federal appellate, district, and bankruptcy courts. Individuals seeking federal court records may obtain them through the PACER (Public Access to Court Electronic Records) system. Registered users may be required to pay a small fee per page for downloaded documents. Interested persons may visit the federal Clerk's Office to request these records via mail or in person.