Bibb County Criminal Court Records

Criminal court records for Bibb County are maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk's office at the courthouse in Centreville. The Circuit Clerk handles all felony prosecutions and maintains official case files for the 6th Judicial Circuit, which serves Bibb, Greene, and Hale Counties. District Court processes misdemeanor cases initially. The Alacourt ACCESS system provides online searching of criminal court records for subscribers. These records are classified as public under Alabama Code § 36-12-40. Requests can be submitted in person or by mail.

Bibb County Circuit Clerk's Office

The clerk in Centreville keeps all the felony case files. Docket sheets, court orders, filings. All here.

Call first before you drive to Centreville. They're not open on weekends or state holidays, but sometimes hours can shift or staff might be at court. The clerk can tell you if they have the file you're after and when you should come in. It's better to know ahead of time than to waste gas and your whole day.

Online Access to Court Records

Alacourt ACCESS V2.0

Bibb County criminal court records can be accessed through the Alacourt system at v2.alacourt.com. This statewide database is operated by the Alabama Administrative Office of Courts and provides read-only access to trial court records from all 67 counties. Users can search by defendant name, case number, business name, or attorney name.

You can see charges, dates, rulings, names. Some cases even have scans. But it's not free. You pay for a login. Call AOC at (334) 954-5000 or 1-866-954-9411.

In-Person Access

In-person access at the courthouse in Centreville is available during regular business hours. The clerk's office staff can assist with locating files and providing copies. No county-specific online case search portal is available.

How to Request Copies of Court Records

Interested parties can request copies of criminal court records by visiting the Circuit Clerk's office in person or submitting a written request by mail. Requests should include specific information to help clerks locate the file.

Information to Include in Your Request

• Defendant's full name (as it appears in court records)
• Case number (if known)
• Approximate date of filing or conviction
• Type of charge (felony or misdemeanor)
• Specific documents needed

Bring ID. Staff will help find the file. Some records are sealed under state law or by court order.

Mail Requests

Written requests can be mailed to the Circuit Clerk at 8 Court Square West, Centreville, AL 35042. Include a return address and contact phone number. The clerk will contact you regarding fees and payment methods once the records are located.

Fees and Costs

Bibb County Circuit Clerk fees follow standard state fee schedules. Contact the clerk's office at (205) 926-3103 for current fee information and accepted payment methods.

Typical Fee Categories

• Court record copies (per-page fees)
• Certified copies (certification fee added)
• Case file searches
• Mailing fees (if applicable)

Cash and money orders work. Ask if they take cards or checks when you call.

Criminal Background Checks

Official Alabama criminal background checks are available through the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Criminal Records Identification Unit. ALEA charges $25 for standard background checks. Visit www.alea.gov or call 1-866-740-4762.

District Court Records

The Bibb County District Court handles misdemeanor criminal cases and preliminary hearings in felony cases. Under Alabama Code § 12-12-32, district courts have exclusive jurisdiction over prosecutions of all offenses defined by law as misdemeanors.

District Court records are maintained separately from Circuit Court files. The District Court Clerk's office is located at the courthouse in Centreville. Misdemeanor case records can be accessed through the District Court Clerk or through Alacourt. Appeals from District Court misdemeanor convictions are filed in Circuit Court.

Legal Framework and Statutes

Public Records Access

Alabama Code § 36-12-40 establishes that every Alabama resident has the right to inspect and take a copy of any public record of this state, except as otherwise expressly provided by law. This statute creates the legal foundation for public access to criminal court records in Bibb County.

Court Jurisdiction

Under Alabama Code § 12-11-30, Circuit Courts have exclusive original jurisdiction over all felony prosecutions. Serious crimes like murder, robbery, burglary, and drug trafficking are prosecuted exclusively in Circuit Court.

Privacy and Confidentiality

The 2025 Alabama Rules of Court-Record Privacy and Confidentiality took effect on January 1, 2025. These Rules apply to all courts in Bibb County. While the public has a general right to inspect court records, certain information is designated as privileged or confidential.

Expungement Provisions

Alabama Code § 15-27-1 permits expungement of misdemeanor records when charges are dismissed with prejudice, no billed by a grand jury, the person is found not guilty, or charges are nolle prossed without being refiled. Persons convicted of nonviolent misdemeanors may qualify for expungement if all probation requirements are completed, all fines paid in full, and three years have elapsed since conviction. Alabama Code § 15-27-2 governs felony expungement.

Local Legal Resources

6th Judicial Circuit

Bibb County is part of the 6th Judicial Circuit, which also includes Greene and Hale Counties. Circuit judges preside over felony criminal trials and hear appeals from District Court. The circuit rotates judges between counties as needed.

Legal Aid

Legal Services Alabama provides free civil legal aid for qualifying low-income families at legalservicesalabama.org. Criminal defense cases are not covered. The Alabama State Bar operates a lawyer referral service at 1-800-392-5660.

Cities and Towns in Bibb County

Bibb County includes several cities and towns. Criminal cases are filed at the county courthouse in Centreville regardless of where in the county the alleged offense occurred.

• Centreville (county seat)
• Brent
• Woodstock
• West Blocton

None of these cities meet the population threshold for dedicated pages on this site.

Nearby Counties

Bibb County is bordered by several other Alabama counties. Each county maintains its own criminal court records through its Circuit Court Clerk.

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