Houston County

The Houston County Courthouse serves Houston County and is located at 304 North Oates Street in Dothan. 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 Houston County Courthouse, located at 304 North Oates Street in Dothan, manages a variety of cases, including civil, criminal, family, and probate matters.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Mugshots and booking photos are typically included in booking records and may be available through direct request to the detention facility or through the online inmate search system.
• Processing fees may apply for copies of arrest reports and related documentation.

Criminal Records

• The sex offender registry is publicly accessible, allowing residents to stay informed about registered offenders in their area.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond and bail process in Alabama allows for the release of inmates under certain conditions, and information about posting bail can be obtained from the jail administration.

Mugshots & Booking Photos

• Houston County District Court handles misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic violations, small claims up to $6,000, and preliminary hearings for felony cases.
• The Alabama Judicial System's online portal, Alacourt.com, provides statewide case search capability for a fee of $25 for a 24-hour access pass or $50 for 50 searches.
• In-person records searches at the Circuit Clerk's office are typically free for inspection, though certified copies cost $1.00 per page plus a certification fee.

• Certified copies of recorded documents are available for $1.00 per page plus a $5.00 certification fee.
• Property owners can pay taxes online through the Revenue Commissioner's portal using credit cards or electronic checks for a convenience fee.

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

• Certified copies of birth certificates cost $15.00 for the first copy and $6.00 for each additional copy ordered simultaneously.
• Processing time is typically 2-3 weeks for mail requests and same-day for in-person visits to the state office.
• Death certificates follow the same fee structure and can be ordered from the state vital records office or through Houston County health department.
• As of August 2019, Alabama eliminated ceremonial marriages and now issues a marriage certificate upon completion of a notarized form and payment of a $74.00 fee.
• The Alabama Department of Public Health offers online ordering of vital records through VitalChek.com for an additional processing fee, with expedited shipping available for urgent requests.

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

• The database includes entity names, registration dates, registered agents, principal addresses, and status (active, dissolved, withdrawn).