Blount County Court Records

Blount County court records refer to all documents filed with or information maintained by the Clerk of Court. These records are available to members of the public online or in person during business hours. Access to court records provides residents with court information like the case party’s full name, filing date, case number, offense, case status, hearing date, time, location, disposition, and sentence. This access is critical to running the Blount County judiciary as it helps promote transparency and accountability.

Are Court Records Public in Blount County?

Yes. The Alabama Open Records Law (AL Code§ 36-12-40) makes court records available to the public. This allows the Blount County Circuit and District Courts to release records and information in their custody to record seekers upon request and payment of fees. However, the Alabama Open Records Law restricts access to some court records because of their sensitivity and the consequences of their public disclosure. Examples of such records are

• Juvenile court records
• Records relating to adoption
• Mental and psychological records
• Personal information of jurors and witnesses
• Personal information of minors and assault victims
• Financial information such as social security and account numbers

Blount County Court Records Search

Below are some easy ways to find court records in Blount County:

• In-person at District Court or Circuit Court
• Through third-party portals
• Online through the Just One Look portal
• Online through the Alabama Appellate Courts Public Portal

Blount County Courts

The Blount County trial court system comprises Circuit, District, Probate, and Municipal Courts. Below is a directory of court locations in Blount County.

Blount County Circuit & District Court
220 Second Avenue East
Oneonta, AL 35121
Phone: (205) 625-4153

Blount County Probate Office - Hayden Annex
306 2nd Avenue
Hayden, AL35079
Phone: (205) 590-2851

Blountsville Municipal Court
10017 Lee Street West
Blountsville, AL 35031
Phone: (205) 429-2406

Oneonta Municipal Court
202 3rd Avenue East
Oneonta, AL 35121
Phone: (205) 274-2150

Snead Municipal Court
87169 Highway 278 East
P.O. Box 505
Snead, AL 35952
Phone: (205) 466-3200
Email: sneadtownhall@hopper.net

Blount County Criminal Records

Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Criminal Records Identification Unit disseminates Blount County criminal records to employers and individuals. Qualified employers can submit a request using the Alabama Background Check System (ABC). A subscription is required to log in to the website. Members of the public can submit a completed Application to Review Alabama Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) Form to obtain copies of criminal records. The applicant can mail the completed form, copy of fingerprints, a valid I.D., and a fee of $25 as a money order or Cashier’s check (each additional copy is $5.00 extra) to the office. They can also take the necessary documentation to the office during business hours to submit a request. The mailing and physical addresses are:

Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)
Criminal Records Identification Unit
301 S. Ripley Street
Montgomery, AL 36104
P.O. Box 1511
Montgomery, AL 36102-1511

Interested persons who want copies of Blount County arrest records can visit the Sheriff’s Office during business hours to submit a request. Alternatively, they can use the Inmate Roster available on the Sheriff’s website to view arrest information for free. Users can filter their search by name.

Get Blount County Civil Court Records

Individuals can get civil court records from the Blount County Circuit Court or District Court. This Circuit Civil division has exclusive original jurisdiction over civil cases where the matter in controversy exceeds $10,000. It also has original jurisdiction concurrent with the District Court in civil cases where the matter in controversy exceeds $3,000. In contrast, the District Civil Division handles civil cases such as evictions and unlawful detainers.

A person can request civil court records online or in person at the Blount County District or Circuit Court. Both courts allow members of the public to view their records online through the Just One Look portal for $9.99. Users can search by name or case number. They also accept in-person requests during business hours. The requester should know the case party’s name or case number to help locate the record. In-person requests can sometimes save time and costs.

Blount County Marriage Records

Unlike other vital records, marriage records are available to everyone as they are part of Blount County public records. Inquirers can obtain certified copies of these records in person at the Blount County Probate Court or the Health Department. These agencies only accept requests during business hours. The requesters would be asked to complete an application form and pay a fee of $15 for the first copy and $6 for each additional copy before they can obtain the Blount County marriage records.

The Alabama Center for Health Statistics also issues its customers certified copies of Blount County marriage certificates. Orders can be made online through a third-party vendor or by mail by submitting a completed application form and the appropriate fees to:

Alabama Vital Records
P.O. Box 5625
Montgomery, AL 36103-5625

Blount County Divorce Records

Individuals can obtain copies of divorce records in person at the Blount County Health Department or the Circuit Court’s Domestic Relations Division. The record staff will only attend to requests made during business hours. When a request is made, the staff will provide a form the customer has to complete to search for the record. A copy fee has to be paid after the record is located.

Individuals can also mail a written request to the Domestic Relations Division to obtain divorce records. The mail package should contain the written request, a $10 money order, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. If the desired document is an old record or is in the court’s archives, a fee of $20 per copy is required, and an additional $5 should be paid for certification.

Alternatively, record seekers can request copies of divorce records online or by mail from the Alabama Center for Health Statistics. This service costs $15 for the first copy and $6 for each additional copy requested simultaneously. All online orders are processed through a third-party vendor, which charges an extra fee. To order by mail, customers should send a completed application form, a valid I.D., and the appropriate fees to the Center.

Blount County Birth and Death Records

Birth and death are restricted from public access for a period. For example, birth records become public after 125 years, while death records become public after 25 years. Confidential Blount County vital records are only open to the following individuals:

• The person named on the Blount County birth certificate
• Mother, father, and legal guardian
• Spouse, children, and siblings
• Grandchildren (for death certificate)
• Informant listed on the death certificate
• The legal representative of any of the persons mentioned above

Individuals can obtain certified copies of birth and death certificates at the Blount County Health Department. They can visit the department from Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a valid I.D. The fee is $15, and $6 is charged for each additional copy ordered simultaneously. The certificate will be issued while the requester waits. The department is located at:

Blount County Health Department
1001 Lincoln Avenue
Oneonta, AL 35121
Office: (205) 274-2120
Fax: (205) 274-2210

Recorder seekers who cannot visit the Blount County Health Department can order birth or death certificates by mail or online at the Alabama Center for Health Statistics. The Center handles online orders through a third-party vendor, and payments are only made through credit cards. However, this comes with additional fees. The Center attends to mail orders when it receives an Application Form (English or Spanish), and the appropriate fee is paid by check or money order.

Blount County Probate Court Records

The Blount County Probate Court maintains records such as legitimations, wills, and the administration of estates, guardianships, adoptions, involuntary mental commitments, conservatorships, eminent domain, and name change. These probate court records can be viewed or copied online through the Online Records Search tool. Users can create an account and log in to the portal with an email or username and password. However, those who do not want to register can click the Lookup Probate Case Records tool and conduct a search using a case number, case name, name of party, case type, or index name. Alternatively, record seekers can visit the courthouse during business hours to obtain copies of probate court records. The staff will assist in locating the record for a fee.

Blount County Property Records

Residents record their property documents, such as deeds, mortgages, judgments, plats, liens, affidavits, and power of attorney, with the Blount County Probate Court. Individuals can enter the courthouse during business hours to obtain copies of these documents. However, this service usually attracts search and copy fees. Those who want to view property records for free can use the Online Records Search tool or Parcel Viewer. The search criteria are name, instrument number, book and page, date range, address, legal description, UCC number, or instrument type.

Blount County Court Records Online

The alabamacourtrecords.us and other third-party platforms provide members of the public access to court records. This access requires users to enter a name or case number into an available search field. However, the search will return limited court information until a fee is paid. Payment is usually made by credit card, giving the user unlimited access to court records for some time. Although third-party sites display court information across multiple jurisdictions, they sometimes provide inaccurate or incomplete records. Therefore, users should be careful in the way they use such information.