Public Records Resources for Hale, Alabama

Official government websites for Hale, Alabama and the surrounding area. All links point to .gov, .us, or .mil domains.

About Hale County

County Seat Greensboro
Established 1823
Named After Confederate officer Stephen
1001 Main Street, Greensboro, AL 36744

Court Records & Case Information

The Hale County Circuit Court serves Hale County and is located at 100 North Court Street in Greensboro. The court handles civil, criminal, family, and probate cases for the county. Court records and case filings can be requested in person or through the Alabama online court portal.

The Hale County Circuit Court, located at 100 North Court Street in Greensboro, handles a range of cases, including civil, criminal, family, and probate matters.

Sheriff, Police & Law Enforcement

Law Enforcement & Arrests

  • To request arrest records, individuals should contact the Sheriff's Office directly and provide the subject's name and date of birth if known.
  • There may be a copying fee of up to $0.50 per page for paper records.

Criminal, Arrest & Jail Records

Mugshots & Booking Photos

Courts & Case Records

  • Case information may also be obtained by written request with proper identification and payment.

Property & Public Records

  • Currently, Hale County does not offer a full online property records search system; researchers must visit the office in person or submit written requests.
  • Copying fees are established by Alabama Code § 12-19-90 and generally run $1.00 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page.
  • To obtain certified copies of recorded documents, requesters must provide the book and page number or adequate description of the property, along with payment and valid identification.

Vital Records

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

  • Processing time is typically immediate to 3 business days if applying in person with proper identification.
  • Requesters must provide valid government-issued photo identification and demonstrate a direct and tangible interest in the record, as required by Alabama Code § 22-9A-1 et seq, which governs vital records access.
  • For older records or if Hale County office cannot locate a record, requests can be directed to the Alabama Department of Public Health, Center for Health Statistics, P.O.
  • Couples now complete a marriage certificate form and file it with the Probate Office, paying a fee of approximately $74 (or $40 if couples complete a premarital education course).
  • Online ordering of vital records is available through VitalChek, Alabama's authorized vendor, at www.vitalchek.com, with additional service fees applied.
1001 Main Street, Greensboro, AL 36744

Business & Licensing

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

  • This database includes information on domestic and foreign corporations, LLCs, limited partnerships, and professional associations registered in Alabama, including those with Hale County addresses.
1001 Main Street, Greensboro, AL 36744

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I search for someone recently arrested in Hale County, Alabama?
To search for someone recently arrested in Hale County, Alabama, you can contact the Hale County Jail, located at 1900 1st Ave, Greensboro, AL 36744. The jail provides an inmate lookup service that can be accessed by calling their main line at (334) 624-1517. You may visit the Sheriff's Office website for more information on recent arrests and inmate searches.
Mugshots or booking photos in Hale County, Alabama, can be obtained from the Hale County Sheriff's Office. They may provide access to these records through their office located at 1001 Main St, Greensboro, AL 36744. For online access, you can check if the Sheriff's Office has an online portal or contact them directly at (334) 624-3081 for guidance on obtaining booking photos.
To obtain a criminal background check in Hale County, Alabama, you should contact the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA). You can request a background check through their website or by visiting the ALEA office. Locally, you may also inquire at the Hale County Sheriff's Office for any additional procedures specific to the county.
To look up sex offenders in Hale County, Alabama, you can use the Alabama Sex Offender Registry. This registry is managed by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and provides an online search tool for locating registered sex offenders by name, address, or proximity to a specific location. Visit the ALEA website to access the registry and perform your search.
To register to vote in Hale County, you can complete the process online at www.alabamainteractive.org/sos/voter_registration, by mail, or in person at the Hale County Board of Registrars located at the Courthouse, 1001 Main Street, Greensboro, AL 36744. The registration deadline is 15 days before any election in Alabama. You must be a U.S. Citizen, at least 18 years old by election day, and a resident of Alabama and this county. For absentee ballot information, contact the Absentee Election Manager at the same address or call (205) 624-8740.
Property records in Hale County are maintained by the Hale County Probate Office, which is the recorder of deeds, located at 1001 Main Street, Greensboro, AL 36744, phone (205) 624-4257. Records include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, and other real estate instruments dating back to the county's formation. This jurisdiction does not currently offer a online property search system, so you must visit the office in person during business hours (Monday-Friday, typically 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM) or call to request specific documents. Property tax information is available through the Hale Revenue Commissioner's Office at (205) 624-4296.
Birth and death certificates for events occurring in Hale County can be obtained from the Hale County Probate Office at 1001 Main Street, Greensboro, AL 36744, phone (205) 624-4257. The fee is approximately $15 for the first certified copy and $6 for additional copies ordered simultaneously. You must provide valid photo identification and demonstrate you are an eligible applicant (family member, legal representative, or the individual for birth records). Alternatively, you can order through the Alabama Department of Public Health Center for Health Statistics or online via VitalChek at www.vitalchek.com with additional service fees and 5-7 business day processing time.
For local business name registrations (DBA/trade names) in Hale County, visit or contact the Hale County Probate Office at 1001 Main Street, Greensboro, AL 36744, phone (205) 624-4257. For formal business entity information (corporations, LLCs, partnerships), search the Alabama Secretary of State's free online database at https://arc-sos.state.al.us/cgi/corpname.mbr, which includes all registered businesses in Alabama. Local business licenses and permits may be issued by individual municipalities; contact Greensboro City Hall for city business licenses. Professional licenses are issued by state licensing boards and can be verified through the Alabama Department of Labor or specific board websites.

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