Alabama court records are filed with the Circuit Clerk in each county. The Circuit Court handles trial-level cases. Alabama does not have a single statewide court search portal — you must go to the county where the case was filed.
What this page covers: Alabama state court case records. What it does not cover: Federal court cases (PACER) or sealed/juvenile records.
Where to start: Identify the county where the case was filed, then contact the Circuit Clerk in that county. Some counties courts offer online case search on their individual websites.
Common mistake: Without a statewide portal, many people search the wrong county. If you are unsure where a case was filed, start with the county where the defendant lived or where the incident occurred.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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