Chilton County Criminal History

Criminal history records in Chilton County are kept by the Circuit Court Clerk at the courthouse in Clanton. The clerk's office is custodian of all criminal case files for the 19th Judicial Circuit, which also includes Autauga and Elmore counties. Felony cases are processed through Circuit Court while misdemeanor cases are handled initially by district courts. The Alacourt ACCESS system gives online search for court records statewide, including Chilton County criminal cases. You can inspect records in person at the clerk's office during business hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 makes these records as public writings accessible to all citizens. Exemptions apply for juvenile records.

County Information

Circuit Court Clerk's Office

The Chilton County Circuit Court Clerk's office maintains all criminal case files for felony and misdemeanor cases filed in the county. Circuit Clerk Nick Burnett oversees record management, court filings, warrant issuance, and public records requests. The office is located at 500 2nd Avenue North in Clanton. 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 by contacting the clerk's office at (205) 755-4275. 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 Chilton County

Chilton 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.

In-person searches at the Clanton 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.

19th Judicial Circuit

Chilton County is part of the 19th Judicial Circuit, which encompasses Autauga, Chilton, and Elmore counties. The circuit has jurisdiction over felony criminal cases, civil cases exceeding district court limits, and appeals from lower courts. The District Attorney for the 19th Circuit prosecutes all criminal cases in the three-county region. Circuit judges rotate between the three counties on a scheduled calendar available online.

Sheriff and Jail Records

The Chilton County Sheriff's Office maintains arrest records and operates the county detention facility. The Sheriff's website at chiltoncountysheriff.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

Alabama Code Section 41-9-644 authorizes the Circuit Court Clerk to impose fees not to exceed $25 for criminal offender records inspections. Chilton County adheres to this statutory fee limit. Additional fees apply for certified copies of court documents.

Cities & Towns in Chilton County

Chilton County municipalities include Clanton (county seat), Jemison, Thorsby, and Maplesville. Criminal cases are filed and maintained at the Chilton County Circuit Court Clerk's office.

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