Access Tallapoosa County Traffic Court Records
Traffic court records in Tallapoosa County go through the district court. This is part of the 5th Judicial Circuit. The Tallapoosa River splits the county into east and west. Each side has its own courthouse. Dadeville handles the east. Alexander City covers the west. Lake Martin brings lots of visitors in summer. Need to look up a case? Check what you owe? Visit either courthouse or search Alacourt online. Staff handle lookups, payment history, and copies.
Tallapoosa County Quick Facts
Tallapoosa County Circuit Clerk
Tallapoosa County runs two courthouse divisions. A 1923 law split the county along the river. Each side has its own courthouse that handles local cases. Where you go depends on where you got your ticket. Not sure which side you were on? Call either office. They can look it up and tell you which courthouse has your case. Staff at both locations are used to this question and can point you the right way.
Dadeville Division (East)
| Circuit Clerk | Patrick Craddock |
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| Address | 125 North Broadnax Street Dadeville, AL 36853 |
| Phone | (256) 825-1098 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Alexander City Division (West)
| Address | One Court Square Alexander City, AL 35010 |
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| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 189 Alexander City, AL 35010 |
| Phone | (256) 234-4631 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Website | tallapoosa.alacourt.gov |
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How to Search Traffic Records in Tallapoosa County
Online Search
Tallapoosa County traffic records can be searched through the Alacourt Public Access portal at pa.alacourt.com. Enter the 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 appropriate courthouse based on where your citation was issued. If you were ticketed east of the Tallapoosa River, go to the Dadeville courthouse. If west of the river, go to Alexander City. Bring any information you have about the case. Staff can look up case status and amounts owed.
Mail Requests
Written requests for records can be mailed to the appropriate division. Include the defendant's full name, date of birth, case number if known, and what documents you need. Send payment for copy fees.
Dadeville: Circuit Clerk, 125 North Broadnax Street, Dadeville, AL 36853
Alexander City: Circuit Clerk, P.O. Box 189, Alexander City, AL 35010
Phone Inquiries
Call Dadeville at (256) 825-1098 or Alexander City at (256) 234-4631 for case info. Staff can check if a case exists. They tell you the status and balance owed. If you are not sure which office to call, just pick one. They can look up your case and either help you or point you to the other office if that is where your file sits.
Fees and Costs
Traffic Court Fines
Fines in Tallapoosa 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. Lake Martin traffic in summer means more tickets get written during busy months. The total adds up fast with all the state surcharges piled 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 Tallapoosa 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 are in Sections 32-5A-170 through 32-5A-178. Reckless driving is in Section 32-5A-190. DUI offenses fall under Section 32-5A-191.
Court records are public under Section 36-12-40, giving citizens the right to inspect and copy court records.
Tallapoosa County is part of the 5th Judicial Circuit along with Chambers, Macon, and Randolph Counties. Judges rotate between the counties in the circuit.
Additional Resources
District Attorney's Office
The 5th Circuit DA handles traffic cases here. Got questions about a pending case? Give them a call. The DA covers four counties in this circuit so they stay pretty busy. If you plan to fight a charge, you may end up talking with this office before court to see if you can work something out.
Legal Aid
Legal Services Alabama gives free legal help if you qualify. They base it on income. Call 1-866-456-4995 to check. Not everyone qualifies but it is worth asking if you cannot afford a lawyer and have a serious case on your hands.
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency
For driver's license questions, driving records, or point inquiries, contact the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA).
Cities in Tallapoosa County
Tallapoosa 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 based on which division of the county the citation was issued.
Cities and towns in Tallapoosa County include Alexander City, Dadeville, Camp Hill, and Jacksons Gap. Alexander City is the largest city and sits on the west side of the county. Lake Martin draws many visitors year-round.