Monroe County Traffic Ticket Records
Traffic ticket records for Monroe County are maintained by the Circuit Clerk's office at the county courthouse in Monroeville. The District Court processes all traffic citations issued within the county by Alabama State Troopers, Monroe County Sheriff's deputies, and municipal police agencies. Monroe County is part of the 35th Judicial Circuit, which it shares with Conecuh County. With a population of approximately 19,000 residents, Monroe County is located in southwestern Alabama. The county seat of Monroeville is known as the hometown of author Harper Lee. The Circuit Clerk provides record searches, certified copies, and case information for all traffic court proceedings.
Monroe County Quick Facts
Monroe County Circuit Clerk
The Circuit Clerk's office stores all court records in Monroe County. Traffic cases, civil suits, crimes - they keep it all. Staff can search for you. They hand out copies, take payments, and explain court steps. Find the office at the Monroe County Courthouse on North Alabama Avenue in downtown Monroeville.
| Address | 65 N. Alabama Avenue Monroeville, AL 36460 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (251) 743-4107 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Court Website | monroe.alacourt.gov |
How to Search Traffic Ticket Records
Online Search Options
The Alabama Traffic Service Center at traffic.alacourt.gov allows you to search for a specific traffic ticket. Enter your Uniform Traffic Citation (UTC) number and date of birth to find your case. The UTC number is printed on your ticket. Through this portal you can view citation details, check your court date, see the amount owed, and pay online if you choose to plead guilty.
Want to search by name? Try Alacourt Access at pa.alacourt.com. You pay a fee. It has Monroe County traffic records. Lawyers use it. Employers run background checks through it too.
In-Person Requests
Visit the Monroe County Circuit Clerk's office at the courthouse during business hours. Bring valid photo identification and any case information you have. Staff can search records while you wait and provide copies for applicable fees. Request certified copies if you need official documentation.
Mail Requests
Send written requests to the Circuit Clerk at the address above. Include the defendant's full legal name, date of birth, any known case or citation numbers, and the date range to search. Enclose a check or money order payable to "Monroe County Circuit Clerk" for search and copy fees. Allow one to two weeks for processing.
Required Information
- Full legal name of the defendant
- Date of birth
- UTC number or case number if available
- Approximate date of the citation
- Valid photo ID for in-person requests
Fees for Traffic Ticket Records
Monroe County follows the standard Alabama fee schedule for record searches and copies.
| 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 are typically not accepted. Online payments through AlaPay include a 4% convenience fee.
Paying Traffic Tickets in Monroe County
If you received a traffic citation in Monroe County and want to plead guilty and pay the fine, multiple payment options are available.
Online Payment
Pay your ticket online at the Alabama Traffic Service Center, traffic.alacourt.gov. Enter your UTC number and date of birth to find your citation. Credit and debit cards are accepted with a 4% convenience fee. The online system is available around the clock.
In-Person Payment
Visit the Monroe County Circuit Clerk's office during business hours. Bring your citation with you. Cash, money orders, and certified checks are accepted. Staff will tell you the total amount due.
Mail Payment
Sign the guilty plea on your ticket and mail it with a cashier's check or money order payable to "Monroe County Circuit Clerk" for the fine amount shown. Do not send cash. Allow time for delivery before your court date.
Non-Payment Consequences
Skip your payment or court date? Your license gets pulled. A warrant might go out. Extra charges get added. Fees pile up. You can't drive anywhere in Alabama until you fix it.
Alabama Traffic Laws and Statutes
Traffic citations in Monroe County follow 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 Monroe County
Monroe County contains several municipalities. Traffic tickets from city police may go through municipal courts or the District Court.
Monroeville is the county seat. Other communities include Frisco City, Excel, Beatrice, and Peterman. None of these cities meet the population threshold for a dedicated page on this site. Contact the Monroe County Circuit Clerk for municipal court information.
Nearby Counties
Monroe County is in southwestern Alabama. Adjacent counties include:
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