Search Madison County Traffic Ticket Records
Traffic ticket records for Madison County are maintained by the Circuit Clerk's office at the Madison County Courthouse in Huntsville. The District Court processes all traffic citations issued by Alabama State Troopers, Madison County Sheriff's deputies, and some municipal agencies. Madison County operates within the 23rd Judicial Circuit. As the most populous county in Alabama with over 423,000 residents, Madison County processes a high volume of traffic cases each year. Huntsville Municipal Court and Madison Municipal Court handle city police citations separately from the county system. The Circuit Clerk provides record searches, certified copies, and traffic case information.
Madison County Quick Facts
Madison County Circuit Clerk
Circuit Clerk Debra Kizer runs the court records office for Madison County. Her staff files cases, stores docs, and hands out copies. Got a ticket from a state trooper or sheriff? That goes to District Court. City cops? Their tickets go to municipal court instead. The main courthouse sits on Northside Square in downtown Huntsville.
| Circuit Clerk | Debra Kizer |
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| Address | 100 Northside Sq. Rm. 217 Huntsville, AL 35801 |
| Phone | (256) 532-3390 |
| circuitclerk@madisoncountyal.gov | |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Court Website | madison.alacourt.gov |
District Court Traffic Records
For District Court traffic record searches, mail requests to:
| Address | Debra Kizer, Circuit Clerk Records Search District Court Division 100 North Side Square, 6th Floor Huntsville, AL 35801 |
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Huntsville Municipal Court
Traffic tickets issued by Huntsville Police are processed through Huntsville Municipal Court. This court operates separately from the state court system and handles city ordinance violations, misdemeanors, and traffic offenses within Huntsville city limits.
| Location | Municipal Justice & Public Safety Complex |
|---|---|
| Phone | (256) 427-7810 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Online Payment | huntsvilleal.municipalonlinepayments.com |
| Payment Methods | Credit cards, cash, money orders, certified checks, personal checks |
| Online Fee | 2.5% plus non-refundable online fee |
Madison City Municipal Court
Traffic citations issued by Madison Police are handled by Madison Municipal Court. This separate court system processes city ordinance violations and traffic offenses within Madison city limits.
| Website | madisonal.gov/184/Municipal-Court |
|---|---|
| Trial Days | Thursdays |
| Arraignment Days | Fridays |
| Maximum Sentence | 180 days jail, $500 fine (except DUI) |
How to Search Traffic Ticket Records
Online Search Options
The Alabama Traffic Service Center at traffic.alacourt.gov provides searches for District Court traffic cases. Enter your Uniform Traffic Citation (UTC) number and date of birth. This portal shows citation details, court dates, and amounts due. You can pay online if you choose to plead guilty. The Service Center phone number is (256) 489-8000.
Alacourt Access at pa.alacourt.com lets you search by name. It costs money to use. It has all Madison County District Court records. For Huntsville city tickets, you need a different site.
In-Person Requests
Visit the Madison County Circuit Clerk's office at the courthouse during business hours. Bring valid ID and case information. Staff can search records while you wait. Certified copies require an additional certification fee.
Mail Requests
Send written requests to the District Court Division address listed above. Include the defendant's full name, date of birth, case or citation numbers if known, and dates to search. Enclose payment by check or money order payable to "Madison County Circuit Clerk" for applicable fees.
Fees for Traffic Ticket Records
Madison County uses the standard Alabama fee schedule for court records.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Computerized record search | $10.00 |
| Paper record search | $20.00 |
| Copies (1-20 pages) | $5.00 |
| Copies (21+ pages) | $0.50 per page |
| Certification | $5.00 |
Cash, money orders, and certified checks are accepted. Personal checks may not be accepted. Online payments include convenience fees for credit card processing.
Paying Traffic Tickets in Madison County
Payment options depend on where your ticket was issued and which court handles your case.
State Trooper or Sheriff Citations
Pay at traffic.alacourt.gov using your UTC number and date of birth. Credit and debit cards are accepted with a 4% convenience fee. You can also pay in person at the Circuit Clerk's office or by mail with a cashier's check or money order.
Huntsville Police Citations
Pay online at huntsvilleal.municipalonlinepayments.com. A 2.5% convenience fee plus a non-refundable online fee applies. You can also pay in person at the Municipal Court with cash, check, money order, or card.
Madison Police Citations
Contact Madison Municipal Court for payment options and procedures specific to city citations.
Consequences of Non-Payment
Skip your payment or court date? Bad idea. Your license gets suspended. A warrant might go out. You face extra charges. Fines go up. Call the Traffic Service Center if you need help. Or go to traffic.alacourt.gov to sort things out.
Alabama Traffic Laws and Statutes
Traffic citations in Madison County follow Alabama state law.
Uniform Traffic Ticket
Alabama Code Section 12-12-53 requires all agencies to use the standardized Uniform Traffic Ticket form. Your UTC number is the primary identifier for state court cases.
Traffic Violation Penalties
Most violations are misdemeanors under Alabama Code Section 32-5A-8 with fines up to $100 for first offenses. DUI and serious violations have higher penalties. Madison Municipal Court can impose sentences up to 180 days jail and $500 fine for most offenses.
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 Madison County
Madison County includes several municipalities with their own police departments and courts.
Other communities in Madison County include Harvest, Meridianville, New Hope, Owens Cross Roads, and Triana. For municipal court information in these areas, contact the specific city or the Madison County Circuit Clerk.
Nearby Counties
Madison County is located in northern Alabama. Adjacent counties include:
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