Search Limestone County Traffic Ticket Records

Traffic ticket records in Limestone County are maintained by the Circuit Clerk's office at the courthouse in Athens. The District Court processes all traffic citations issued within the county by Alabama State Troopers, Limestone County Sheriff's deputies, and participating municipal agencies. Limestone County operates within the 39th Judicial Circuit as a single-county circuit. With a population exceeding 118,000 residents, Limestone is one of the fastest-growing counties in Alabama due to its proximity to Huntsville. The Circuit Clerk maintains records divided into ten divisions including a dedicated Traffic division for efficient case management.

Limestone County Circuit Clerk

Circuit Clerk Brad Curnutt oversees all court records for Limestone County. The clerk's office handles case filings, maintains court documents, processes record requests, and provides certified copies. For traffic matters, staff can assist with locating case information, accepting fine payments, and explaining court procedures. The office accepts telephone payments for payable traffic offenses. The courthouse is located in downtown Athens on the west side of the building.

Athens Municipal Court

Traffic tickets issued by Athens Police are processed through Athens Municipal Court. This court handles city ordinance violations, misdemeanors, and traffic offenses within city limits. Court sessions are held on Thursdays.

How to Search Traffic Ticket Records

Online Search Options

The Alabama Traffic Service Center at traffic.alacourt.gov allows you to look up a specific traffic ticket using your Uniform Traffic Citation (UTC) number and date of birth. Through this portal you can view citation details, check your court date, see the fine amount, and pay online if you want to plead guilty.

For broader searches by name or case number, Alacourt Access at pa.alacourt.com provides comprehensive court record access. This is a paid subscription service that includes all Limestone County District Court records.

In-Person Requests

Visit the Limestone County Circuit Clerk's office at the courthouse during business hours. Enter through the west side entrance and go to the first floor. Bring valid photo ID and any case information you have. Staff can conduct searches while you wait. Certified copies are available upon request for an additional fee.

Mail Requests

Send written requests for District Court Traffic records to: Debra Kizer, Circuit Clerk Records Search District Court Division, 100 North Side Square, 6th Floor, Huntsville, AL 35801. Include the defendant's full name, date of birth, any known case numbers, and payment by check or money order payable to "Limestone County Circuit Clerk" for applicable fees.

Telephone Payment

The Limestone County Circuit Clerk's office accepts telephone payments for payable traffic offenses. Call the main number during business hours to inquire about this option and learn which violations qualify for phone payment.

Fees for Traffic Ticket Records

Limestone County follows the standard Alabama fee schedule for court record services.

Cash, money orders, and certified checks are accepted. Personal checks are typically not accepted. Online payments through AlaPay include a 4% convenience fee for credit card transactions.

Paying Traffic Tickets in Limestone County

You have multiple options for paying a traffic ticket received in Limestone County.

Online Payment

Go to traffic.alacourt.gov. Put in your UTC number and birth date. Pay with a card. There's a 4% fee for cards. The site works all day and night, every day.

Telephone Payment

Call the Limestone County Circuit Clerk at (256) 233-6406 during business hours for telephone payment of qualifying payable offenses.

In-Person Payment

Visit the Circuit Clerk's office at the courthouse. Bring your citation. Cash, money orders, and certified checks are accepted.

Mail Payment

Sign the guilty plea on your ticket and mail it with a cashier's check or money order payable to "Limestone County Circuit Clerk" for the exact fine amount. Allow time for delivery before your court date.

Non-Payment Consequences

Don't pay? License pulled. Miss court? Same thing. A warrant could come. They tack on Failure to Appear charges. More fees pile up. You can't drive anywhere in the state until you clear it all.

Alabama Traffic Laws and Statutes

All traffic citations in Limestone County follow Alabama state law.

Uniform Traffic Ticket

Every ticket uses the same form. That's Alabama law. The code section is 12-12-53. Your UTC number is what the court uses. It tracks your case from start to end.

Traffic Violation Penalties

Under Alabama Code Section 32-5A-8, most traffic violations are misdemeanors with fines up to $100 for first offenses. Serious violations carry higher penalties.

Public Records Access

Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 makes most traffic court records public. Alabama residents may request records for applicable fees.

Cities and Towns in Limestone County

Limestone County contains several municipalities. Traffic tickets from city police may go through municipal courts or the District Court.

Athens is the county seat and largest city. Other communities include Ardmore, Elkmont, and Mooresville. None of these cities meet the population threshold for a dedicated page on this site. Contact the Limestone County Circuit Clerk for municipal court information.

Nearby Counties

Limestone County is in northern Alabama along the Tennessee state line. Adjacent counties include:

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