Elmore County Court Records

Court records for Elmore County cases are maintained by the Circuit Clerk in Wetumpka. The county is part of the 19th Judicial Circuit, shared with Autauga and Chilton counties.

Elmore County Circuit Clerk

The Circuit Clerk keeps all records for Elmore County courts. Case filings, dockets, orders, and judgments go through here. The clerk has files for both Circuit and District Court. You can get records during work hours. Just come in with your ID and let staff know what you need.

The Elmore County Courthouse is on Commerce Street in downtown Wetumpka. Parking is close by. Staff help with case searches and pull docs for you. They can tell you how things work. Bring ID when you ask for records.

How to Access Court Records

Online Search via Alacourt

Elmore County records are in Alacourt at pa.alacourt.com. You can search by name or case number. The site has civil, criminal, traffic, and family cases. There is a fee. Pay by card online. Most people check here first before going to the courthouse.

Results show up fast. You see case type, who is in it, the date filed, and status. Full reports cost more. They give you the whole case story. This is the fast way to check records from home.

In-Person Requests

Walk-ins can search records at the clerk's office. Staff look up cases and pull paper files. Tell them who you need and what type of case. They find the file and let you see it. Copies cost a fee.

Certified copies take longer because the clerk must verify and seal the document. Plain copies work fine for personal use. Certified copies are needed for legal filings or official purposes. Most requests are processed while you wait unless the office is busy.

Mail Requests

Send written requests to the Circuit Clerk at 100 E Commerce St, Wetumpka, AL 36092. Include party names, case type, and any dates or numbers you have. Describe what documents you need. Provide contact information and payment by check or money order.

Processing takes about one to three weeks. Complicated searches or old records take longer. The office will contact you if more information or money is needed.

Types of Court Records

Circuit Court Records

Circuit Court handles major cases in Alabama. Felony crimes, civil lawsuits exceeding $10,000, and domestic relations matters are Circuit Court jurisdiction. Divorce cases, custody fights, and adoption petitions are filed here. Appeals from District Court also go to Circuit Court.

District Court Records

District Court covers smaller matters. Misdemeanors, traffic violations, and civil claims up to $20,000 belong in District Court. Small claims court operates here too. Felony preliminary hearings happen at this level before cases move up. The same clerk maintains these records.

Domestic Relations Records

Family law cases have their own category. Divorce filings, custody petitions, support modifications, and protection orders are domestic matters. Files contain financial disclosures, parenting plans, and court orders. Final decrees are public. Parts involving children may be sealed.

Criminal Records

Criminal files document the entire case from arrest to sentence. Charges, arraignment, bond, pleas, trial results, and punishment are recorded. The docket lists every hearing and action. Sealed or expunged records are not available for public viewing.

Court Records Fees

Standard fees apply for court record services in Elmore County.

The courthouse accepts cash, checks, and money orders. Credit cards may be accepted depending on equipment. Online Alacourt fees are paid by card. Fees are non-refundable even if no records are found.

Elmore County Court Resources

19th Judicial Circuit

Elmore is one of three in the 19th Judicial Circuit. Autauga and Chilton are also in it. Judges go between all three courthouses. This is how Alabama runs courts in areas with smaller caseloads.

Court schedules vary by case type. Criminal dockets, civil trials, and domestic hearings happen on different days. The clerk's office can tell you when specific types of cases are heard.

Montgomery Area Suburb

Elmore County sits next to Montgomery County. Some towns here are suburbs of the capital. Millbrook and Prattville (in Autauga) are where folks who work in Montgomery live. The Wetumpka courthouse handles all county court stuff no matter where you are in the county.

Legal Aid Resources

Free legal help may be out there if you don't make much. Legal Services Alabama does family law, housing, and benefits. Call 866-456-4995 to ask. AlabamaLegalHelp.org has forms and guides you can use.

Criminal defendants who cannot afford a lawyer may request a public defender. Apply at your first court appearance. The Alabama State Bar lawyer referral is 1-800-392-5660.

Related Court Offices

Probate Court

Elmore County Probate Court handles wills, estates, guardianships, and marriage licenses. Deeds and property records are filed here. This is separate from the Circuit Clerk. Contact Probate for land or estate matters.

District Attorney

The 19th Judicial Circuit District Attorney prosecutes criminal cases in Elmore County. The office reviews evidence, files charges, and presents cases at trial. Victim services are available.

Federal Courts

Federal cases go to the Middle District of Alabama in Montgomery. Federal records are searched through PACER at pacer.uscourts.gov. Bankruptcy, federal crimes, and civil rights matters are federal jurisdiction.

Nearby Counties

Elmore County is in central Alabama. Surrounding counties each maintain their own court records.

Major Nearby Cities

Elmore County has no cities over 50,000 population. Montgomery, the state capital, is immediately adjacent.

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