Access Randolph County Traffic Ticket Records
Traffic ticket records in Randolph County are kept at the Circuit Clerk's office in Wedowee, a small town that serves as the county seat. Located in east-central Alabama near the Georgia border, Randolph County is part of the 5th Judicial Circuit. State highways including Route 48 and Route 77 pass through the county and see regular enforcement by state troopers. Local deputies patrol the rural roads as well. All traffic citations written in Randolph County outside of municipal limits are filed with the district court and maintained by the Circuit Clerk. This office serves as your main point of contact for finding case information, paying fines, or getting copies of traffic court records.
Randolph County Quick Facts
Randolph County Circuit Clerk
The Randolph County Circuit Clerk keeps all court records. Traffic cases go through district court. The clerk holds citations, court dates, payment info, and case outcomes. Need to check a case? Pay a fine? Get certified copies? Stop by during work hours.
| Address | 1 Main Street N Wedowee, AL 36278 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (256) 357-4551 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
Record Search Options
You have several options for searching Randolph County traffic records. The easiest method for basic lookups is the Alacourt Access website at pa.alacourt.com. This state-run portal provides free case searches by name or case number. You can view charge information, court dates, and case status online.
Need more details or certified copies? Call the Circuit Clerk. Or just walk in. Staff can search by name, birth date, or ticket number. Most times they do it while you wait.
To request records by mail, write to the Circuit Clerk at the address above. Your request should include the full name of the person whose records you seek, their date of birth if known, the approximate date of the violation, and your contact information. Include a check or money order for the applicable search and copy fees made payable to the Randolph County Circuit Clerk.
Traffic Ticket Process
Receiving a traffic ticket in Randolph County starts a legal process that you must respond to within a set timeframe. The citation will list either a court date or a date by which you must respond. For many minor violations, you can plead guilty and pay the fine without appearing in court. The ticket will indicate whether this option is available for your specific violation.
To pay a ticket online, use the AlaPay system at alapay.com. This state system accepts major credit and debit cards and requires your citation number for processing. A convenience fee applies to electronic payments. You can also pay by mail or in person at the courthouse.
Some tickets mean you must see a judge. DUI. Driving without a license. Driving on a suspended license. Reckless driving. Crashes with injuries. Skip court on these? A warrant goes out. More charges get added.
If you want to fight a traffic ticket, you must appear on your court date and plead not guilty. The court will then schedule a trial date where you can present your case. You may represent yourself or hire an attorney. Some defendants also use the appearance to negotiate a reduced charge or request traffic school.
Search and Copy Fees
Randolph County uses the statewide fee schedule for court record searches and document copies. These fees are required for both in-person and mail requests.
| 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 |
Certified copies are often needed for official purposes such as license reinstatement, insurance verification, or court proceedings in other jurisdictions. Standard copies are adequate for personal records.
Alabama Traffic Law References
Alabama statutes govern how traffic citations are issued, processed, and maintained as public records. The following laws are particularly relevant for Randolph County traffic cases.
The Uniform Traffic Ticket and Complaint is established by Alabama Code Section 12-12-53. This law requires all Alabama law enforcement agencies to use a standardized citation form. The form includes required fields for the alleged violation, location, date and time, and instructions for the defendant on how to respond.
Alabama Code Section 32-5A-8 outlines the penalties for traffic violations. This statute provides the framework for fines, points, license actions, and other consequences that may result from a traffic conviction. Specific penalty amounts vary by offense type and severity.
Public records access, including traffic court records, is governed by Alabama Code Section 36-12-40. This Open Records law grants citizens the right to inspect and copy public records. Traffic case files, including charges, pleas, and sentencing information, are generally available to the public under this statute.
Randolph County Courthouse on Main Street in Wedowee. The Circuit Clerk's office maintains traffic court records for the county.
Cities and Towns in Randolph County
Randolph County contains several small municipalities including Wedowee, Roanoke, and Woodland. Roanoke is the largest city in the county by population, though Wedowee serves as the county seat. Each municipality may operate its own court for local ordinance violations, but traffic offenses on county roads and state highways go through the county court system.
No cities in Randolph County meet the population threshold for individual pages on this site. For traffic ticket information in any Randolph County community, contact the county Circuit Clerk's office in Wedowee.
Nearby Counties
If you need traffic records from adjacent counties, the links below provide information on those jurisdictions.