Marshall County Traffic Ticket Records Search
Traffic ticket records for Marshall County are maintained by the Circuit Clerk's office. The District Court processes all traffic citations issued within the county by Alabama State Troopers, Marshall County Sheriff's deputies, and municipal police agencies. Marshall County is part of the 27th Judicial Circuit, which it shares with Blount County. With a population exceeding 102,000 residents, Marshall County is among the larger counties in northern Alabama. The county operates courthouses in both Guntersville, the county seat, and Albertville to serve the population. A public access computer is available in the Guntersville Circuit Clerk's office for court record searches.
Marshall County Quick Facts
Marshall County Circuit Clerk
The Circuit Clerk's office stores all court records for Marshall County. This includes traffic cases. Two courthouse spots serve the public. Staff can search records, give copies, take payments, and explain how things work. A free public computer at Guntersville lets you look up records yourself.
Guntersville Courthouse
| Address | 424 Blount Avenue Guntersville, AL 35976 |
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| Phone | (256) 571-7785 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
Albertville Courthouse
| Address | Albertville Courthouse (ground floor) |
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| Phone | (256) 878-4521 |
| Court Website | marshall.alacourt.gov |
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| County Website | marshallal.gov |
Guntersville Municipal Court
Traffic tickets issued by Guntersville Police are processed through Guntersville Municipal Court. This court handles city ordinance violations, misdemeanors, and traffic offenses within city limits. A defensive driving school option is available for first-time offenders on qualifying violations.
| Address | 325 Gunter Avenue City Municipal Building Guntersville, AL 35976 |
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| Phone | (256) 571-7579 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Court Day | Wednesdays at 9:00 AM Town Hall, 340 Blount Avenue |
| Defensive Driving | Available for first-time offenders |
How to Search Traffic Ticket Records
Online Search Options
The Alabama Traffic Service Center at traffic.alacourt.gov provides searches for state court traffic cases. Enter your Uniform Traffic Citation (UTC) number and date of birth to find your case. This portal shows citation details, court dates, and amounts due. You can pay your ticket online if you choose to plead guilty.
Alacourt Access at pa.alacourt.com provides comprehensive name searches and case lookups. This paid subscription service includes all Marshall County District Court records.
Public Access Computer
There's a free computer at the Guntersville office. Use it to look up court records on your own. No subscription fees. Staff can help if you get stuck.
In-Person Requests
Visit either courthouse location during business hours. Bring valid ID and case information. Staff can search records while you wait and provide copies for applicable fees.
Mail Requests
Send written requests to either courthouse location. Include 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 "Marshall County Circuit Clerk" for fees.
Fees for Traffic Ticket Records
Marshall County uses the standard Alabama fee schedule for court record services.
| Service | Fee |
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| 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 are typically not accepted. Online payments include convenience fees.
Paying Traffic Tickets in Marshall County
Payment options depend on which agency issued your ticket and which court handles your case.
Online Payment
For District Court cases, pay at traffic.alacourt.gov using your UTC number and date of birth. Credit and debit cards are accepted with a 4% convenience fee.
In-Person Payment
Visit either the Guntersville or Albertville courthouse during business hours. Bring your citation. Cash, money orders, and certified checks are accepted.
Mail Payment
Sign the guilty plea on the back of your ticket and mail it with a cashier's check or money order payable to "Marshall County Circuit Clerk" for the fine amount shown.
Guntersville Municipal Court Payments
For tickets from Guntersville Police, contact the municipal court at (256) 571-7579 for payment options.
Non-Payment Consequences
Skip payment or court? Your license gets suspended. A warrant might go out. You get hit with extra charges. Fees go up. That's Alabama law.
Alabama Traffic Laws and Statutes
Traffic citations in Marshall County are governed by Alabama state law.
Uniform Traffic Ticket
Alabama Code Section 12-12-53 requires standardized Uniform Traffic Ticket forms for all citations. Your UTC number is the primary case identifier.
Traffic Violation Penalties
Most violations are misdemeanors under Alabama Code Section 32-5A-8 with fines up to $100 for first offenses. Serious violations have higher penalties.
Public Records Access
Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 makes most traffic records public. Alabama residents may request records for applicable fees.
Cities and Towns in Marshall County
Marshall County includes several municipalities with their own police departments. Traffic tickets from city police may go through municipal courts or the District Court.
Guntersville is the county seat. Other communities include Albertville, Arab, Boaz, Grant, and Union Grove. None of these cities meet the population threshold for a dedicated page on this site. Contact the Marshall County Circuit Clerk for municipal court information.
Nearby Counties
Marshall County is in northern Alabama. Adjacent counties include:
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