Bibb County Criminal History
Criminal history records in Bibb County are kept by the Circuit Court Clerk. The office sits at the courthouse in Centreville. The clerk's office is custodian of all criminal case files for the 4th Judicial Circuit. This circuit also includes Dallas, Hale, Perry, and Wilcox counties. Felony cases go through Circuit Court. Misdemeanor cases are handled first by district courts. Alacourt ACCESS gives online search for court records statewide. This includes Bibb County criminal cases. You can inspect records in person at the clerk's office. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 makes these records public. Exemptions apply for juvenile records under Section 12-15-133.
Bibb County Quick Facts
County Information
| County Seat | Centreville |
|---|---|
| Judicial Circuit | 4th Circuit (five-county circuit) |
| Circuit Court Clerk | Kayla Tucker Cooner |
| Court Address | 35 Court Square East Centreville, AL 35042 |
| Phone | (205) 926-3103 |
| Office Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
Circuit Court Clerk's Office
The Bibb County Circuit Court Clerk's office maintains all criminal case files for felony and misdemeanor cases filed in the county. Circuit Clerk Kayla Tucker Cooner oversees record management, court filings, warrant issuance, and public records requests. The office is located at 35 Court Square East in Centreville. Criminal case files include indictments, arrest warrants, booking documentation, arraignment records, pre-trial motions, plea agreements, trial transcripts, verdicts, judgments, and sentencing orders.
Interested parties can request copies of court documents during regular business hours. The clerk's staff assists with locating specific cases using defendant names, case numbers, or filing dates. For documents not available through online systems, in-person or mail requests to the courthouse address are necessary.
How to Search Records in Bibb County
Bibb County criminal records can be searched through the Alacourt ACCESS system at pa.alacourt.com. This statewide database provides immediate online searching of circuit and district court cases. Name searches and case number searches are available for $9.99 per search. The system displays case numbers, charges, filing dates, dispositions, and sentencing information. For complete court documents, contact the Circuit Clerk's office at (205) 926-3103.
In-person searches at the Centreville courthouse allow access to complete case files without online fees. Visitors should bring valid photo identification and request access at the clerk's office. Staff can assist with file retrieval and provide information about copying fees.
4th Judicial Circuit
Bibb County is part of the 4th Judicial Circuit, which encompasses Bibb, Dallas, Hale, Perry, and Wilcox counties. This five-county circuit has jurisdiction over felony criminal cases, civil cases exceeding district court limits, and appeals from lower courts. The District Attorney for the 4th Circuit prosecutes all criminal cases across the entire circuit.
Fees and Costs
Under Alabama Code Section 41-9-644, the Circuit Court Clerk may impose fees not to exceed $25 for criminal offender records inspections. Bibb County follows this statutory fee limit. Additional fees apply for certified copies of court documents.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Records Inspection | Up to $25 |
| Alacourt ACCESS Search | $9.99 per search |
| Photocopies | Contact clerk for rates |
| Certified Copies | Contact clerk for rates |
| ALEA Background Check | $25 (fingerprint-based) |
Cities & Towns in Bibb County
Bibb County contains several municipalities. Criminal cases are filed and maintained at the Bibb County Circuit Court Clerk's office in Centreville: