Elmore County Traffic Court Records
Traffic court records in Elmore County are kept at the courthouse in Wetumpka. The 19th Judicial Circuit handles court matters here, along with Autauga and Chilton Counties. Elmore County sits just north of Montgomery and sees heavy traffic on I-65 and Highway 231. District court handles most traffic misdemeanors. Circuit court takes on felony driving cases and appeals. Cities like Prattville and Millbrook have their own municipal courts for tickets written by city police.
Elmore County Quick Facts
Elmore County Circuit Clerk
The Circuit Clerk's office is the official record keeper for all court docs in Elmore County. This covers traffic tickets, case outcomes, fine payments, and sentencing records. Need copies? The office can provide them for a fee. Staff handle these requests all the time and can help you figure out what you need if you're not sure where to start.
| Circuit Clerk | Michael Dozier |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Brian Justiss |
| Address | 8935 U.S. Highway 231 N P.O. Box 310 Wetumpka, AL 36092 |
| Phone | (334) 567-1156 |
| Fines/Amounts Owed | (334) 514-3116 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Presiding Judge | Hon. Sibley Reynolds |
| Website | elmore.alacourt.gov |
Call the fines line at (334) 514-3116 to check what you owe or get your payment status. This line is set up just for fine questions, so you won't get shuffled around as much as calling the main number.
How to Search Traffic Records
Online Search
Elmore County traffic records can be searched at Alacourt Public Access. Search by name or case number for $9.99 per search. If you need to check cases often, they have subscription plans. The Online Traffic Resolution system lets you look up pending tickets with your citation number and date of birth.
In-Person Requests
Go to the Circuit Clerk's office at the Elmore County Courthouse on Highway 231 in Wetumpka. Bring the case number if you have it, or the name and rough date of the ticket. Staff can check status, pull copies, and take payments. There's a public computer you can use to search on your own too.
Phone and Mail
Call (334) 514-3116 to check fines or case status. For written requests, mail to the Circuit Clerk at the address above. Include the full name, date of birth, case number if you have it, and what docs you need. Send payment by check or money order. Call ahead if you're not sure what the fee will be.
Fees and Costs
Traffic Ticket Fines
Traffic fines in Elmore County depend on what you did. A standard speeding ticket runs $150 to $300 with court costs. Stop sign and signal tickets are about the same. Reckless driving can top $500 plus costs. First-offense DUI fines start around $600, but the real cost comes from alcohol programs, license reinstatement, and maybe an ignition interlock device. Those extras add up fast.
Record Copy Fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Case copies (1-20 pages) | $5.00 |
| Additional pages (over 20) | $0.50 per page |
| Certification | $5.00 |
| Alacourt name search | $9.99 |
Payment Methods
Pay fines online at ALAPay.com or call 1-877-252-7294. They take credit and debit cards with a fee. At the courthouse, pay with cash, money order, or cashier's check. Personal checks usually aren't accepted for fines.
Legal Framework
Traffic cases in Elmore County follow Alabama state traffic laws. Under Code of Alabama Section 12-12-51, district courts have exclusive original jurisdiction over misdemeanor traffic prosecutions. Municipal courts handle tickets for city ordinance violations.
Traffic offenses are classified as misdemeanors under Section 32-5A-8 unless specifically designated as felonies. Speed limits are covered in Sections 32-5A-170 through 32-5A-178. Reckless driving is defined in Section 32-5A-190. DUI laws fall under Section 32-5A-191, setting blood alcohol limits and penalties.
Traffic court records are public under Section 36-12-40. Alabama law gives citizens the right to access court records. Some juvenile cases and certain personal information may be restricted.
The 19th Judicial Circuit covers Elmore, Autauga, and Chilton Counties. Judges rotate among the three courthouses, so your case might not be heard on the same day every week. Check with the clerk to find out when your specific judge is in Wetumpka.
Additional Resources
District Attorney's Office
The 19th Circuit DA handles traffic cases that go to trial. Want to know about plea deals, traffic school, or pending case status? Call the DA's office. They can explain what options might work for your situation.
| Address | Elmore County Courthouse Wetumpka, AL 36092 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (334) 567-5433 |
Legal Aid
Legal Services Alabama gives free legal help to low-income residents. They may help with traffic court in some cases. Call 1-866-456-4995 to see if you qualify.
Wetumpka Municipal Court
Wetumpka city police tickets go through Wetumpka Municipal Court, not the county. Call the city court for those cases. Millbrook, Tallassee, and Eclectic have their own courts too. Make sure you're contacting the right one for your ticket.
Cities in Elmore County
Elmore County includes several municipalities. Each city with police services typically has a municipal court that handles city-issued tickets. County court processes citations from the sheriff's office and state troopers.
- Wetumpka (county seat)
- Millbrook
- Tallassee
- Prattville (partly in Autauga County)
- Eclectic
- Elmore
- Coosada
- Deatsville
- Holtville
For city police citations, contact that city's municipal court. Sheriff and trooper tickets go through the county circuit clerk's office in Wetumpka.