Talladega County Traffic Court Records
Traffic court records in Talladega County go through the district court. This is part of the 29th Judicial Circuit. The Circuit Clerk in Talladega keeps all court files. This county has the famous Superspeedway which brings tons of visitors. Race weekends get busy. I-20 also runs through the county. Need to find a case? Check what you owe? Visit the main courthouse or the Sylacauga location. You can also search Alacourt online. Staff handle lookups and copies.
Talladega County Quick Facts
Talladega County Circuit Clerk
The Circuit Clerk keeps all court files in Talladega County. The main office is in the Talladega Judicial Building. There is also a southern division in Sylacauga. Which location you use depends on where in the county your ticket was written. If you are not sure, call either office and they can tell you where your case is filed.
| Circuit Clerk | Brian York |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 6137 Talladega, AL 35161 |
| Physical Address | Talladega Judicial Building Talladega, AL 35160 |
| Phone | (256) 761-2102 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Website | talladega.alacourt.gov |
Circuit Court Judges
Talladega County has two Circuit Court judges: Chad Woodruff (Presiding Judge) and William E. Hollingsworth IV. Most traffic matters are heard in district court, but appeals go to the circuit judges.
How to Search Traffic Records in Talladega County
Online Search
Talladega County traffic records can be searched through the Alacourt Public Access portal at pa.alacourt.com. Search by defendant name or case number to find records. Access fees apply. The Online Traffic Resolution system lets you look up tickets by citation number and pay fines.
In-Person Requests
Visit the Talladega Judicial Building during business hours. Watch the clock though. They close at 3:30 PM. That is earlier than most court offices. The Sylacauga spot handles the southern part of the county. Bring any info you have about the case. Staff can look up status and what you owe. If you are driving from far away, call ahead to make sure they will be open when you arrive.
Mail Requests
Written requests for records can be mailed to the Circuit Clerk. Include the defendant's full name, date of birth, case number if known, and what documents you need. Send payment for copy fees to:
Circuit Clerk, Talladega County
P.O. Box 6137
Talladega, AL 35161
Phone Inquiries
Call (256) 761-2102 for basic case info. Staff can check if a case exists. They will tell you the status and balance. Need copies? Come in person or mail a request. Phone calls work best when you just need quick answers. Staff can usually look up your info in a few minutes if you have your name and date of birth ready to give them.
Fees and Costs
Traffic Court Fines
Fines in Talladega County vary by what you did. Basic speeding runs $150 to $300 with court costs. More serious stuff costs more. First DUI hits $600 to $2,100 plus extra fees. Given the Superspeedway traffic and I-20 running through, lots of tickets get written here. The total climbs fast once they add in state surcharges and all the court costs on top of the base fine.
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 Options
Pay traffic fines online through ALAPay.com or by phone at 1-877-252-7294. At the courthouse, pay with cash, money order, or cashier's check. Personal checks may not be accepted. Credit and debit cards work for online and phone payments with a convenience fee.
Legal Framework
Traffic cases in Talladega County follow Alabama state law. Under Code of Alabama Section 12-12-51, the district court has jurisdiction over misdemeanor traffic prosecutions. Municipal courts handle city ordinance violations per Sections 12-14-1 through 12-14-70.
Traffic violations are misdemeanors under Section 32-5A-8 unless specifically designated as felonies. Speed limits fall under Sections 32-5A-170 through 32-5A-178. Reckless driving is defined in Section 32-5A-190. DUI offenses are in Section 32-5A-191.
Court records are public under Section 36-12-40, giving citizens the right to inspect and copy court records.
Talladega County is the sole county in the 29th Judicial Circuit. Having two court locations helps serve the geographically large county.
Additional Resources
District Attorney's Office
The 29th Circuit DA handles traffic cases here. Got questions about a pending case? Give them a call. They deal with all the tickets that end up going to trial. If you plan to fight a charge, you may talk with this office before your court date. They can sometimes work out deals on minor violations if you have a clean record.
Legal Aid
Legal Services Alabama provides free legal assistance to qualifying residents. Call 1-866-456-4995 for intake.
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency
For driver's license questions, driving records, or point inquiries, contact the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA).
Cities in Talladega County
Talladega County has several municipalities. Traffic citations from city police go to that city's municipal court, while sheriff and state trooper tickets go to district court.
Cities and towns in Talladega County include Talladega, Sylacauga, Lincoln, and Childersburg. Each has its own municipal court for local traffic violations. The Talladega Superspeedway draws major traffic during NASCAR events.