Access Blount County Criminal History

Criminal history records in Blount County are kept by the Circuit Court Clerk. The office sits at the courthouse in Oneonta. The clerk's office is custodian of all criminal case files for the 41st Judicial Circuit. This circuit serves Blount County only. 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 Blount 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 5:00 PM. Alabama Code § 36-12-40 makes these records public. Exemptions apply for juvenile records under § 12-15-133 and sealed court cases.

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Blount County Quick Facts

Circuit Court Clerk's Office

The Blount County Circuit Court Clerk's office maintains all criminal case files for felony and misdemeanor cases filed in the county. Circuit Clerk Cindy Massey oversees record management, court filings, warrant issuance, and public records requests. The office is located at 220 Second Avenue East, Room 208, in Oneonta. Criminal case files include indictments, arrest warrants, booking documentation, arraignment records, pre-trial motions, plea agreements, trial transcripts, verdicts, judgments, sentencing orders, and probation documentation.

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 are necessary.

How to Search Records in Blount County

Blount 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) 625-4153.

In-person searches at the Oneonta 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.

Blount County Circuit Court website showing 41st Judicial Circuit court information

41st Judicial Circuit

Blount County constitutes the entire 41st Judicial Circuit. The circuit has exclusive jurisdiction over felony criminal cases, civil cases exceeding district court limits, and appeals from lower courts in Blount County. The District Attorney for the 41st Circuit prosecutes all criminal cases in the county. The circuit provides detailed court information online at blount.alacourt.gov.

Blount County is a growing suburban county near Birmingham. The court system handles substantial case volume due to population growth. Interested parties can review court calendars, jury information, and procedural guidelines through the circuit court website.

Sheriff and Jail Records

The Blount County Sheriff's Office maintains arrest records and operates the county detention facility. The Sheriff's website at blountcountysheriff.com may provide jail roster information and recent arrest data. The Sheriff's office can provide information about outstanding warrants and arrest records that supplement court records in criminal history searches.

Fees and Costs

Pursuant to Alabama Code § 41-9-644, the Circuit Court Clerk may impose fees not to exceed $25 for criminal offender records inspections. Blount 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 Per page (contact clerk)
Certified Copies Per page (contact clerk)
ALEA Background Check $25 (fingerprint-based)

Contact the Circuit Clerk's office at (205) 625-4153 for current fee schedules and accepted payment methods.

Legal Requirements and Statutes

Alabama Code § 36-12-40 provides that every citizen has the right to inspect and take copies of any public writing of the state, except as expressly provided by statute. This foundational public records law ensures access to criminal court records.

Expungement procedures allow eligible individuals to petition for removal of criminal history records. Alabama Code § 15-27-2 permits persons charged with felonies to petition for expungement when charges are dismissed with prejudice, no-billed by a grand jury, or result in acquittal. Expungement petitions in Blount County must be filed with the Circuit Court.

Local Legal Resources

District Attorney - 41st Circuit

The District Attorney for the 41st Judicial Circuit prosecutes all criminal cases in Blount County. The DA's office can provide information about case status and pending charges.

Public Records Requests

Formal public records requests in Blount County should be directed to the Circuit Court Clerk's office. Requests should specify the records sought, including case numbers or defendant names if known. Standard public records procedures apply.

Cities in Blount County

Blount County contains several municipalities. Criminal cases are filed and maintained at the Blount County Circuit Court Clerk's office in Oneonta:

Nearby Counties

Criminal history records in neighboring counties are maintained by their respective Circuit Court Clerks:

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