Mobile County court records, Alabama, can be found through several channels. MobileALCourt.us allows you to search for public information about court cases in the county. Additionally, official court resources — including the Alabama Administrative Office of Courts portal and the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit website — provide access to case registers. Records are also available directly at court offices and through public terminals in the Government Plaza building.
Mobile Court System & Jurisdictions
Several courts operate in Mobile County, each handling certain categories of cases.
Circuit Court — the main court of general jurisdiction in the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit. It handles serious criminal cases (felonies), large civil claims over $20,000, as well as divorce, child custody, and other family law matters. The Criminal Division is located in North Tower, Room C-927, and the Domestic Relations Division is in Room C 909.
District Court handles:
- Criminal misdemeanors (minor offenses)
- Civil claims up to $20,000
- Small claims — up to $6,000
- Traffic violation cases
- Preliminary hearings in criminal cases
The District Court is located at 205 Government Street, Room 338, North Tower. Phone: (251) 574-8511.
Probate Court is responsible for wills, estate administration, guardianship, and conservatorship, as well as the registration of vital records — births, marriages, deaths. This court holds a significant array of public documents, including land deeds, birth records since 1908, and estate administration documents.
Mobile Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
To find out the schedule of court hearings for today, tomorrow, or the current week, contact the respective court directly.
- Circuit Court and District Court: Hearing schedules are published through the Alacourt system. Visit the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit website or call the office of the required division — criminal, civil, or family.
- Probate Court: Information about scheduled hearings in inheritance and guardianship cases can be obtained by contacting the Probate Court by phone or in person.
- Statewide Portal: The Alacourt system offers access to court case records at the state level, including the "Just One Look" service for viewing individual cases on demand.
Public terminals in Government Plaza allow you to view schedules directly. Office hours are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday–Friday.
How to Get a Copy of a Mobile Court Document
You can obtain a copy of a court document in several ways — depending on the type of case and the required format.
Certified and Non-Certified Copies
A certified copy contains the official seal of the court and the clerk's signature, confirming its authenticity. Such copies are usually required for legal procedures — estate processing, filing with another court or government agency. A non-certified copy is suitable for personal review.
Ways to Obtain
- Online: Probate Court records are available through the records search system, and for land documents — through the Official Records Search. For Circuit and District Court cases, use the Alacourt portal.
- In person: Visit the office of the respective court in Government Plaza. You will need the case number or the full name of the party and an approximate date.
- By mail: Send a written request with case details and a check or money order for payment.
Mailing address for requests to Circuit Court:
For Probate Court documents:
Court forms for various types of cases are available on the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit forms page.
Mobile Court Records Fees & Payment
The fee amount depends on the type of document, the court, and whether certification is required. Below are approximate fees established according to Alabama state law and local rules. It is recommended to verify exact amounts directly with the office.
| Service | Approximate Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Registry search (by name) | Depends on the court | Online search through Alacourt may require payment per case |
| Non-certified copy (per page) | $0.50 – $1.00 | Standard fee for photocopying documents |
| Certified copy | $1.00 – $5.00+ | Includes seal and clerk's signature; cost depends on the type of document |
| Certified deed copy — Probate Court | From $1.00 per page + certification fee | Land documents, mortgage deeds |
| Marriage certificate | Check with Probate Court | Issued by Probate Court as a registration authority |
| Divorce certificate | $15.00 (state level) | Through Alabama Department of Public Health or Circuit Court |
Payment is usually accepted in cash, money order, or check payable to the respective court. Some offices accept credit and debit cards — check in advance. For mail requests, include a money order and a self-addressed stamped envelope.
State-level criminal records can be requested through the Criminal Records Identification Unit of the ALEA agency — for a separate fee and with fingerprint submission.