Wilcox County Traffic Court Records Search
Traffic court records in Wilcox County go through the district court. This is part of the 4th Judicial Circuit. The Circuit Clerk in Camden keeps all court files. Wilcox County sits in the Black Belt region along the Alabama River. Traffic comes mainly from US 221 and state routes. Got a ticket? Need case info? Visit the courthouse in Camden or search Alacourt online. Staff handle lookups, payment history, and copies of docs.
Wilcox County Quick Facts
Wilcox County Circuit Clerk
The Circuit Clerk keeps all traffic court files for Wilcox County. Staff can find case info. They check what you owe and make copies. You can request records in person or by mail. The office in Camden is the main spot for court business. Staff are used to helping folks with tickets and can usually look up your case in just a few minutes if you call or walk in during business hours.
| Address | 12 Water Street Camden, AL 36726 |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 608 Camden, AL 36726 |
| Phone | (334) 682-4126 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Website | wilcox.alacourt.gov |
How to Search Traffic Records in Wilcox County
Online Search
Wilcox 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 Wilcox County Courthouse on Water Street in Camden during business hours. Bring any information you have about the case. Staff can look up case status, show amounts owed, and make copies of documents. Copies are usually available for a fee.
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, Wilcox County Courthouse
P.O. Box 608
Camden, AL 36726
Phone Inquiries
Call (334) 682-4126 for basic case info. Staff can check if a case exists. They tell you the status and balance owed. Need copies? Come in person or mail a request. Phone calls work well for quick questions when you just want to know if you have an open case or how much you need to pay to clear a ticket.
Fees and Costs
Traffic Court Fines
Fines in Wilcox County vary by what you did. Basic speeding runs $150 to $300 with court costs. More serious stuff costs more. First DUI can hit $600 to $2,100 plus extra fees. The exact amount depends on how fast you were going and other factors. The total adds up fast with 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 Wilcox 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 records held by the courts.
Wilcox County is part of the 4th Judicial Circuit along with Bibb, Dallas, Hale, and Perry Counties. Judges rotate between the counties in the circuit.
Additional Resources
District Attorney's Office
The 4th Circuit DA handles traffic cases here. Got questions about a pending case? Give them a call. The DA covers five counties in this circuit so they move around quite a bit. If you plan to fight a charge, you may talk 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 traffic 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 Wilcox County
Wilcox County has several small towns. Camden is the county seat. Traffic citations from city police go to that city's municipal court, while sheriff and state trooper tickets go to district court.
Towns in Wilcox County include Camden, Pine Hill, Pine Apple, and Yellow Bluff. These smaller communities have limited municipal court operations.