This page helps users looking for court records in Walker County, Alabama understand where to search, which court office handles local records, and what details may be available.
Walker County court records are served through Alacourt ACCESS V2.0 and the Walker County Circuit Clerk's Office for the 14th Judicial Circuit of Alabama.
Alacourt ACCESS V2.0 court record search
Alacourt ACCESS V2.0 provides on-demand access to Alabama state trial court records one case at a time. Users can search criminal, civil, small claims, state traffic, domestic relations, and child support records.
- Name search
- Case number search
Search results may include a case detail report. A result showing no matching records is still treated as a search.
- Choose the record category that matches the case type.
- Search by name or case number.
- Review the available case detail report or document image options.
Tip: Use the case number when you have it, because it can help narrow the search to the specific record.
Alacourt fees and case details
Alacourt ACCESS V2.0 lists separate charges for searches, case details, document images, and monitoring.
| Service | Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Name search | $9.99 | Includes one case detail report; additional case details are $9.99 per case. |
| Case number search | $9.99 | Includes one case detail report. |
| Document images | $5.00 for the first 20 pages; $0.50 per page after that | Applies when document images are available. |
| Case monitoring | $19.99 for a District case; $29.99 for a Circuit case | Sends email notices when future changes are entered for the case. |
Case detail reports can include basic case information, court action, case status, setting dates, party information, financial history, and a detailed case action summary.
Walker County Circuit Clerk records
The Walker County Circuit Clerk's Office is the local court office for Walker County Circuit and District Court matters. The Circuit Clerk serves as custodian of court records and provides access to records for court personnel, the legal community, and the public.
Records and case areas handled through the court system include juvenile, domestic relations, child support, small claims, district civil, circuit civil, traffic, district criminal, and circuit criminal matters. Some records are confidential when protected by law.
The Circuit Clerk also issues summonses, writs, jury summonses, and witness subpoenas, and manages court monies such as filing fees, court costs, fines, restitution, and civil judgments.
Filing, traffic, and payment resources
For electronic filing, AlaFile allows registered users to file and receive service copies of court documents electronically. Registration categories include Alabama licensed attorneys, account managers, pro se individuals, and pro se businesses.
For state traffic tickets and criminal fines, Alapay.com is the official online payment site. Traffic tickets can be searched by ticket number or case number, and disposed criminal cases with an outstanding balance can be paid by case number. A 4% service fee applies online.
For Walker County traffic tickets that may be paid without a court appearance, users may mail a signed guilty plea with a money order or cashier's check to the Walker County Circuit Clerk. Personal checks are not accepted.
Small claims and civil case information
Walker County Small Claims Court is a division of District Court. Individuals and businesses may use it for disputes up to $6,000. Procedures are informal, there are no juries, and either party may appeal to Circuit Court.
Small claims filing fees depend on the claim amount and number of defendants.
| Claim amount | Filing fee for one defendant |
|---|---|
| Up to $1,500 | $91.50 |
| $1,501 to $3,000 | $173.00 |
| $3,001 to $6,000 | $262.00 |
After a small claims case is filed and served, the defendant has 14 calendar days to file an answer with the Clerk's Office. If an answer is filed, trial is generally set 6 to 8 weeks after the answer is received.
Probate Court records and services
Some court-related records are handled by the Walker County Probate Office rather than the Circuit Clerk. The Probate Office lists public contacts for recording, marriage licenses, judicial administration, and senior probate clerk services.
Use the Probate Office when the task involves probate court services, recording, or marriage license matters rather than Circuit or District Court case access.
Walker County court contacts
Use these contacts for local court record questions, filing questions, payments, warrants, probate services, and related court business.
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Walker County Circuit Clerk's Office, Walker County Courthouse, 1803 3rd Avenue, Suite 205, Jasper, AL 35501
Phone: (205) 384-7268
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday–Friday; closed noon to 1:00 p.m. -
Walker County Circuit Courts, 14th Judicial Circuit, Walker County Courthouse Second Floor, Jasper, Alabama
Phone: (205) 384-7268
Fax: (205) 384-7271
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; closed 12:00–1:00 p.m. daily for lunch -
Walker County Probate Court & License Office, Walker County Courthouse Annex II, 1900 Third Avenue South, Jasper, Alabama 35501
Mailing address: P.O. Box 502, Jasper, Alabama 35502
Phone: (205) 384-7281 — Recording & Marriage License
Phone: (205) 384-7285 — Judicial, Administration, Senior Probate Clerk
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. -
Alabama Administrative Office of Courts Helpdesk, 300 Dexter Avenue, Montgomery, AL 36104
Phone: 1-866-954-9411 Option 1, Option 4
Email: AOCHelpdesk@alacourt.gov -
Alabama Traffic Service Center
Phone: (866) 954-9399
Common questions
Where can I search Walker County court records online?
Use Alacourt ACCESS V2.0 to search Alabama trial court records by name or case number.
What information can an Alacourt case detail report include?
A case detail report can include case information, court actions, case status, setting dates, parties, financial history, and a case action summary.
Who keeps Walker County Circuit and District Court records?
The Walker County Circuit Clerk is the custodian of court records for the local court system and provides access to public records while maintaining confidentiality for records protected by law.
Can I pay a Walker County traffic ticket online?
Traffic tickets and criminal fines may be paid through Alapay.com when eligible. Online payments carry a 4% service fee.
How long does a defendant have to answer a Walker County small claims case?
After service, the defendant has 14 calendar days to file an answer with the Clerk's Office.
Are arrest warrants public before they are served?
No. An arrest warrant is not a matter of public record until it is served. A person who suspects a warrant has been issued must appear in person at the Walker County Sheriff's Office.