Holly Pond, Alabama Public Records

The bond process in Alabama allows for cash bonds or bail bonds through licensed agents, and recently arrested individuals can be located via the online inmate search tool provided by the Sheriff's Office.

The District Court has jurisdiction over misdemeanor criminal offenses, traffic violations, civil cases under $10,000, small claims up to $6,000, and preliminary hearings for felonies. Holly Pond also operates a Municipal Court for town ordinance violations and traffic citations issued within town limits; information can be obtained by contacting Holly Pond Town Hall at (256) 796-2555. Alabama's statewide court records system, ALACOURT, is available to attorneys and approved users for searching case information, but public access requires visiting the courthouse in person or using third-party services. The Cullman County Probate Court, located at 500 2nd Avenue SW, Room 100, Cullman, AL 35055 (phone: 256-775-4683), handles marriage licenses, probate estates, guardianships, and name changes. Filing fees for certified copies of court documents are typically $1.00 per page plus a $2.00 certification fee. Civil case filing fees range from $100-$250 depending on the claim amount, while certified copies of judgments cost approximately $1.00 per page. Small claims filing fees are generally $94 for cases under $3,000 and $119 for cases $3,000-$6,000.

The office provides a free online property search tool at www.cullmancountyrevenue.com where residents can search by owner name, address, or parcel ID to view current assessments, property characteristics, tax amounts, and payment status. The Cullman County Probate Office, serving as the county's recording office, is located at 500 2nd Avenue SW, Room 100, Cullman, AL 35055 (phone: 256-775-4683). This office records and maintains deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, right-of-way agreements, subdivision plats, and UCC financing statements. Document recording fees are established by state law: deeds and mortgages cost $11.00 for the first page and $2.00 for each additional page, plus applicable transfer taxes. To search land records, visitors can use the public access terminals at the Probate Office or request staff assistance. Some historical records have been digitized and may be searchable online through third-party vendors, though official certified copies must be obtained from the Probate Office. Cullman County also maintains a GIS mapping system accessible at www.cullmancountyassessor.com, providing aerial imagery, parcel boundaries, zoning information, and property characteristics. This system allows users to search by address or parcel number and view interactive maps.

The poultry industry is particularly important, with several contract growers in the Holly Pond area supplying major processors like Tyson Foods and Wayne Farms, which have facilities in nearby Cullman County. Small businesses along U.S. Highway 31, including retail shops, auto repair services, restaurants, and convenience stores, provide local employment and services. Many Holly Pond residents commute to Cullman (approximately 12 miles south) for employment in manufacturing, healthcare at Cullman Regional Medical Center, education, and retail. According to recent estimates, Cullman County's median household income is approximately $50,000-$55,000, with Holly Pond's figures likely similar or slightly lower given its smaller size and rural character. The town has seen modest residential growth over the past decade as families seek affordable housing and a quieter lifestyle while remaining within commuting distance of Cullman's job market. Holly Pond's economy benefits from its location along a major transportation corridor (U.S. Highway 31) connecting Birmingham to the Tennessee state line, providing access to regional markets and employment centers.

Law enforcement services in Holly Pond, Alabama are primarily provided by the Holly Pond Police Department, located at 11460 U.S. Highway 31, Holly Pond, AL 35083. The department can be reached at (256) 796-2210 for non-emergency matters. To request police reports or incident records, residents must submit a written request to the department in person or by mail, citing the Alabama Open Records Act (Code of Alabama § 36-12-40). Most non-confidential reports are available within 3-5 business days, and copying fees typically apply. The Cullman County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 1910 Beech Avenue SE, Cullman, AL 35055 (phone: 256-734-0342, website: www.cullmancountyal.gov/sheriff), provides backup services, operates the county jail, and handles law enforcement in unincorporated areas surrounding Holly Pond. The Sheriff's Office maintains jurisdiction over countywide warrants, sex offender registration, and major criminal investigations. To search for arrests and jail bookings, the Cullman County Detention Center provides an online inmate roster at www.cullmancountyal.gov/detention, where the public can search by name or booking number to view current inmates, mugshots, charges, bond amounts, booking dates, and projected release dates. Under Alabama's Open Records Act (Code of Alabama § 36-12-40 et seq.), arrest records, booking logs, and incident reports are generally considered public unless they involve ongoing investigations, juvenile offenders, or confidential informants. Requesters may be required to provide identification and pay reasonable copying fees, typically $0.25-$0.50 per page. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) also maintains statewide criminal history records accessible through authorized channels.

Certified copies can be ordered online through VitalChek at www.vitalchek.com with an additional service fee, by mail with a completed application and notarized identification, or in person at the Montgomery office or county health departments. The Cullman County Health Department at 1909 Commerce Avenue NW, Cullman, AL 35056 (phone: 256-775-8000) can process vital records requests for events occurring in Cullman County, though processing may take 2-3 weeks. Birth records are confidential for 125 years and only available to the person named, parents, legal representatives, or those with a court order; death records are public 25 years after the date of death. Marriage licenses are issued by the Cullman County Probate Court at 500 2nd Avenue SW, Room 100, Cullman, AL 35055 (phone: 256-775-4683). As of January 1, 2019, Alabama eliminated traditional marriage licenses and ceremonies; couples now submit a marriage certificate form with both parties' notarized signatures, paying a $74.00 recording fee (or $104.00 if filed within 30 days). Divorce records are maintained by the Circuit Court where the divorce was granted and can be searched at 500 2nd Avenue SW, Cullman, AL 35055. Certified divorce decrees cost $1.00 per page plus certification fees.

Fictitious business name registrations (DBAs) in Alabama are filed with the Cullman County Probate Court at 500 2nd Avenue SW, Room 100, Cullman, AL 35055 (phone: 256-775-4683), with a filing fee of approximately $30.00; these registrations must be renewed every five years. For corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), and other formal business entities, registration is handled by the Alabama Secretary of State, Business Services Division. The state maintains a free online business entity search at www.sos.alabama.gov/business-entities where anyone can search by business name, owner name, or entity number to view registration status, registered agent information, officers and directors, formation date, and good standing status. Alabama UCC (Uniform Commercial Code) financing statements and lien searches are also filed with the Secretary of State and searchable online at the same portal. New business entity filings can be completed online through the Alabama Business One Stop portal. Commercial property tax assessments for businesses in Holly Pond are managed by the Cullman County Revenue Commissioner and searchable online at www.cullmancountyrevenue.com, where business owners can look up assessments by parcel number or property address to verify assessed values and tax obligations. Certain businesses may also require state-level licensing through Alabama professional licensing boards depending on the industry.

Holly Pond voters are served by the Cullman County Board of Registrars and the Cullman County Probate Office, which administers elections. The Cullman County Probate Judge's Office, Elections Division, is located at 500 2nd Avenue SW, Room 100, Cullman, AL 35055 (phone: 256-775-4683, website: www.cullmancountyal.gov/probate-court). Alabama residents can register to vote online through the Alabama Secretary of State's website at www.alabamainteractive.org/sos/voter_registration, by mail using a voter registration application, or in person at the Cullman County Probate Office. The deadline to register for any election is 15 days prior to election day. Voters must provide a valid Alabama driver's license or non-driver ID number, or the last four digits of their Social Security number. Holly Pond holds municipal elections for Mayor and Town Council positions; these are typically held in August during municipal election years, with the next municipal elections scheduled for August 2024 and subsequent cycles every four years. Residents can find information about local candidates and ballot measures by contacting Holly Pond Town Hall at (256) 796-2555 or checking with the Cullman County Elections Office. To find their assigned polling place, Holly Pond voters can use the Alabama Secretary of State's polling place lookup tool at myinfo.alabamavotes.gov or call the Cullman County Elections Office. In the November 2024 presidential election, Cullman County reported approximately 55-60% voter turnout with over 50,000 ballots cast out of roughly 55,000 registered voters, reflecting strong participation in this conservative-leaning county. For the November 3, 2026 general election, Holly Pond and Cullman County voters will decide several important races: Alabama does not have a U.S. Senate seat up in 2026 (next in 2028), but voters will elect candidates for Governor of Alabama (current term expires 2027), Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, other statewide constitutional offices, State Senate District 4, State House of Representatives District 9 (which includes Holly Pond), Cullman County Commission seats, Cullman County Sheriff, Revenue Commissioner, and other county offices. Alabama voters can request absentee ballots by completing an application available at www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting and submitting it to the Cullman County Absentee Election Manager at the Probate Office address; applications must be received by the Thursday before the election for regular absentee voting, though emergency and military absentee provisions exist. Under Alabama law (Code of Alabama § 17-4), voter registration lists are public records available for inspection, and campaign finance reports filed by candidates are accessible through the Alabama Secretary of State's website. Precinct-level election results for Cullman County are published by the Probate Office after certification.