Dothan Traffic Ticket Records Lookup

Traffic ticket records for Dothan are maintained by the Dothan Municipal Court, which serves as the Judicial Department for the city. As the largest city in the Wiregrass region, Dothan processes traffic citations for violations occurring within city limits. The court provides speedy adjudication of cases and maintains electronic records for efficient case management. Residents can request court records through the city's records search process or access statewide records through the Alacourt system. State trooper and Houston County Sheriff citations are processed through the Houston County District Court, which operates under the 20th Judicial Circuit. The Municipal Court handles city police citations and municipal ordinance violations.

County Jurisdiction

Dothan is located in Houston County. Traffic tickets issued by Alabama State Troopers or Houston County Sheriff deputies are processed through the Houston County District Court, not the Dothan Municipal Court. The Houston County Administration Building is located at 462 N. Oates Street in Dothan. For state and county citations, contact the District Court at (334) 677-4719. The Dothan Municipal Court handles only tickets issued by Dothan city police officers within city limits.

Dothan Municipal Court

The Dothan Municipal Court, also known as the Judicial Department, handles all traffic tickets issued by the Dothan Police Department within city limits. The court processes misdemeanor and traffic citation cases including speeding, red light violations, stop sign violations, improper lane changes, driving without a valid license, and other traffic offenses. The court provides speedy adjudication and maintains electronically imaged court records.

How to Search and Pay Traffic Tickets

Statewide Record Search

Most trial court information for Dothan cases can be accessed through the Alacourt "Just One Look" system. This statewide database provides access to traffic court records from District Courts across Alabama.

• Alacourt Access: pa.alacourt.com
• Just One Look: alacourt.gov

Records Request

Want a copy of your case file? Dothan has a form for that. Fill out the Request for Documents form on their site. It takes about a week. They scan all their records now, so pulling files is fast once the request gets processed. There's a fee for copies.

• Records Request: dothan.org/210/Records-Searches

Online Payment

Traffic tickets can be paid online through the AlaPay portal or the Alabama Traffic Service Center. You will need your ticket number or case number to search for your citation.

• AlaPay Portal: alapay.com
• Traffic Service Center: traffic.alacourt.gov

In-Person Payment

Payments can be made in person at the Dothan Municipal Court during regular business hours starting at 8:00 AM Monday through Friday. The court accepts cash, money orders, certified checks, and credit or debit cards.

Contesting a Ticket

If you wish to contest your traffic ticket, do not pay the fine. Appear in court on your scheduled date and inform the judge you wish to plead not guilty. A trial date will be scheduled. You may hire an attorney or represent yourself. The court provides fair tribunal for all municipal ordinance and traffic violations.

Fees and Fines

Online Payment Convenience Fees

Common Traffic Fine Ranges

Traffic fines in Dothan vary based on the specific violation and whether it is a first or repeat offense. Court costs are added to all base fines. Standard moving violations typically range from $100 to $500 plus court costs. More serious violations carry higher penalties. Contact the court for specific fine amounts for your citation.

Consequences of Non-Payment

Failure to pay a traffic ticket or appear in court by your scheduled date results in an arrest warrant being issued. Your Alabama driver's license will be suspended until the matter is resolved. Additional failure to appear charges may be filed. The original fine amount will increase with added penalties and court costs.

Relevant Alabama Statutes

Traffic citations in Dothan are governed by Alabama state law and local city ordinances. The following statutes apply to traffic ticket processing and penalties.

Alabama Code Section 12-12-53: Uniform Traffic Ticket

This statute requires all law enforcement agencies in Alabama to use a standardized Uniform Traffic Ticket and Complaint form. The UTC number on your ticket is the primary tracking identifier for your case through the court system.

Alabama Code Section 32-5A-8: Penalties for Traffic Violations

This section establishes the general penalty structure for traffic violations in Alabama. Most traffic offenses are misdemeanors. First violations may result in fines up to $100 or jail time up to 10 days. Repeat violations carry increased penalties.

Legal Aid Resources

Several organizations provide free or low-cost legal assistance to Dothan and Wiregrass region residents who need help with traffic matters.

Legal Services Alabama - Dothan Office

Legal Services has an office here in the Wiregrass area. They help folks who can't afford lawyers. Traffic tickets aren't their main thing, but they can help with license problems. They also know which lawyers in town handle traffic cases and can point you in the right direction.

• Phone: 1-866-456-4995
• Website: legalservicesalabama.org

Alabama State Bar Lawyer Referral Service

The Alabama State Bar operates a lawyer referral service connecting residents with attorneys who handle traffic cases.

• Phone: 1-800-392-5660
• Website: alabar.org

Nearby Cities

Dothan is located in southeast Alabama in the Wiregrass region. The following major Alabama cities have their own municipal courts for local traffic citations.

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Use our search tool to find traffic ticket records and court case information for Dothan and Houston County.