Calhoun County Court Records

Calhoun County Court records are official papers containing information about the filings and proceedings associated with a case that has been heard in a court of law. They help to provide transparency to the entire court process and keep the court system accountable.

Court records typically include any paperwork filed during judicial proceedings, such as:

• Motions
• Judgements
• Orders Transcripts
• Writs of summons.

The Calhoun County Circuit Clerk’s Office files and maintains court records. The office also issues records to those who request them. Interested parties can send applications to the Clerk’s Office to complete their application.

Are Court Records Public in Calhoun County?

The Alabama Open Meetings Law grants the public access to Alabama County court records. Requesters must include personal details of the record subject to facilitate a successful search. Docket information and court rulings are two examples of information interested parties can see in a court record. The public might need access to court records that have been sealed or removed, though. Records that include sensitive information are also kept from public review. For instance, judicial proceedings involving minors or sexual abuse are inherently kept private.

Calhoun County Court Records Search

The Calhoun County Online Court Records Search portal allows interested parties to search court records. The Calhoun County Circuit Clerk's Office has a public access computer terminal for public record name searches for the convenience of requesters. The public computer is available during Calhoun County Courthouse's regular business hours.

The general public can view the majority of court records. Interested parties can request copies at the Clerk's Office counter once they have obtained the required information. As soon as a court order is filed in the Clerk's office, copies are sent to each party or legal representative. Requesters must submit a written request and pay any relevant fees to obtain extra copies of pleadings, orders, or circuit or district court filings.

Calhoun County Court Records Search by Name

Interested parties can use the Calhoun Just One Look database to search for court records by name. All they need to do is enter the subject's first, middle, and last names and their position in the case—for example, attorney, judge, applicant, or guardian—into the search field. Adding more search parameters, such as the reason for action, date range, or case number, is optional but would be beneficial as it helps with precision.

Calhoun County Courts

There are four courts within the Calhoun County court system: the District Court, Circuit Court, Probate Court, and Municipal Court. The Circuit Court exercises jurisdiction over civil cases exceeding $10,000, felonies, and family disputes. Meanwhile, the District Court mainly handles misdemeanors and small claims up to $10,000. The Probate Court also handles matters regarding wills, estates, and guardianships. Lastly, the Municipal Court handles ordinance violations and infractions, such as traffic tickets and noise violations. Interested parties Calhoun County courts at the following addresses:

Calhoun County Circuit Court

25 W 11th St,
Anniston, AL 36201
Phone: (256) 231-1750

Calhoun County District Court

25 W 11th St,
Anniston, AL 36201
Phone: (256) 231-1850

Calhoun County Probate Court

1702 Noble
Suite, #102,
Anniston, AL 36201
Phone: (256) 241-2825
Fax: (256) 231-1728

Anniston Municipal Court

174 13th St,
P.O. Box 2168,
Anniston, AL 36202
Phone: (256) 231-7614

Hobson City Municipal Court

610 Martin Luther King Jr Dr,
Hobson City, AL 36201
Phone: (256) 831-0441

Jacksonville Municipal Court

911 Public Safety Dr. SW,
Jacksonville, AL 36265
Phone: (256) 435-6960

Ohatchee Municipal Court

7801 AL Hwy 77,
P.O. Box 645,
Ohatchee, AL 36271
Phone: (256) 892-1691

Oxford Municipal Court

600 Stanley Merrill Dr,
Oxford, AL 36203
Phone: (256) 835-0860

Piedmont Municipal Court

312 N Center Ave,
Piedmont, AL 36272
Phone: (256) 447-3571
Fax: (256) 447-3376

Calhoun County District Court Records

The Calhoun County District Court handles various cases. For instance, it oversees misdemeanors, offenses punishable by a maximum of one year in prison, a fine, or jail. These usually include traffic violations, theft, and simple assault. The court also presides over small claims cases involving $3,000 - $10,000. While the court does not handle felony cases, it has jurisdiction over preliminary hearings.

There are two routes people can take when looking for Calhoun County District Court records. Firstly, they can search online through the Court Records Search portal, allowing individuals to search for different court records. Users should note that these searches are not free and have fees attached. For example, it costs $9.99 to complete a name and case number search.

Alternatively, requesters can obtain Circuit Clerk’s Office records by visiting the court. Interested individuals can see the court at:

Calhoun County Circuit Clerk

25 West 11th St.
Anniston, AL 36201

Calhoun County Criminal Records

The Alabama SBI's Criminal Records Identification Unit handles criminal record and background check requests. The Unit keeps track of all statewide arrests (including Calhoun County arrest records), felonies, misdemeanors, convictions, and dispositions reported by different county offices. Those interested in obtaining these records may download, fill out, and send in the Criminal History Record Information Form. The completed request should then be submitted, together with the required paperwork and costs, to:

Alabama Law Enforcement Agency

Criminal Records and Identification Unit
P.O. Box 1511
Montgomery, AL 36102-1511

Calhoun County Criminal Court Case Lookup

The Just One Look portal allows Calhoun County residents to look up criminal cases that went to trial. A person can use the different search options available to find information on a particular case. However, it should be noted that fees vary depending on the search type:

• Name Search: $9.99 (One case detail is included but costs $9.99 per case afterward).
• Case Number search: $9.99 (One case detail included).
• Images: $5.00 for the first 20 pages; $0.50 per page after that
• Case monitoring is used to monitor court cases. It costs $19.99 to track a District Court and $29.99 for a Circuit Court Case.

Requesters can also go to the Circuit Clerk’s Office and use the public search terminals to find a case. There will be staff on hand to help with any confusion. The office is located at:

Calhoun County Circuit Clerk

25 West 11th St.
Anniston, AL 36201

Get Calhoun County Civil Court Records

Civil court records produced by the Circuit and District Courts may be available to interested and qualified parties upon request. Requestors may use internet resources such as the Case Records Search portal or contact the court clerk's office in the courthouse where the case was filed or heard to receive a record. Generally, record retrieval processes vary based on the needed record and the judicial area.

Calhoun County Family Court Records

Family court cases are heard by both the Circuit and District Courts of Calhoun County. Interested parties can find records of family court cases at these courts. Residents can find these courts at the following addresses:

Calhoun County Circuit Court
25 W 11th St,
Anniston, AL 36201
Phone: (256) 231-1750

Calhoun County District Court
25 W 11th St,
Anniston, AL 36201
Phone: (256) 231-1850

Additionally, requesters can find family court records at the Circuit Clerk’s Office. The office has computer terminals the public can use to search for court records. The office is located at:

Calhoun County Circuit Clerk
25 West 11th St.
Anniston, AL 36201

Alternatively, they can use the Circuit Clerk’s Court Records Search portal to find information on family court cases. Users should know that using the portal attracts a fee depending on the search parameter.

Calhoun County Marriage and Divorce Records

The Circuit Court Clerk of Alabama's 7th Judicial Circuit Court handles requests for divorce records. Interested parties can request these records in person or by mail by contacting the clerk's office. The party making the request must supply details about the divorce, such as the parties' names, the record's case file number, and the date the petition was submitted. There is a $5 fee for requesting records and an additional $5 price for the court clerk's certification. Requests for any divorce records can be sent to:

Calhoun County Circuit Clerk

25 West 11th St.
Anniston, AL 36201

The Calhoun County Probate Office keeps records of all marriages authorized by the office and grants marriage licenses to prospective couples residing within the county boundaries. Those interested can request marriage records in person or by mail from the office. All applicants must supply details about the spouses, including their maiden names and information on the marriage, like the date, place, and marriage license number, if any.

In-person and mail marriage record requests may be made to:

Calhoun Probate Court

1702 Noble Street
Suite 102
Anniston, AL 36201
Phone: (256) 241-2825
Fax: (256) 231-1728

Calhoun Birth and Death Records

The State Vital Records Office handles requests for birth and death certificates. State law requires the office to prevent anyone not fulfilling the eligibility standards from accessing the records. To be granted access to a birth or death record, applicants must be listed on the record they are requesting, be directly related to the subject of the record, or be their legal representative. If not, obtaining a court subpoena is necessary for the requestor to access a birth or death record.

Interested and qualified parties must fill out, download, and notarize the Alabama State Vital Records Form to acquire either. They should then send the completed application along with the specified payments and means of identification to:

Alabama Department of Public Health,

Center for Health Statistics,
P.O. Box 5625,
Montgomery, AL 36103-5625

Calhoun County Probate Court Records

The Alabama County Probate Court handles legal concerns concerning estates and deceased people. The court hears cases concerning conservatorship, guardianship, and estate management. County residents can obtain probate records by going to the Probate Court and submitting an in-person request:

Calhoun County Probate Court
1702 Noble
Suite, #102,
Anniston, AL 36201
Phone: (256) 241-2825
Fax: (256) 231-1728

Requesters can search for probate records using the Just One Look portal for convenience. However, users will be charged a fee, which varies depending on the search parameter.

Calhoun County Property Records

The Calhoun County Revenue Commission is responsible for maintaining property records in the county. Requesters can go to the Commission to search. They will need to bring along details such as the description of the property and the owner’s first and last names to the following location:

Calhoun County Revenue Commission

1702 Noble Street Suite 103
Anniston, AL 36201

Calhoun County Court Records Online

Alabama County citizens can search court records online through the Just One Look Search portal. Alternatively, requesters may search for records using third-party websites, such as AlabamaCourtRecords.us. Third-party platforms typically feature intuitive search tools and provide access to a vast database with public information compiled from multiple jurisdictions. However, such sites operate independently of any state agency. As such, the availability and accuracy of results cannot be guaranteed.