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County
Madison County
County seat
Huntsville
Population
215,006
Madison County population
388,153
Local records
City of Huntsville
ZIP codes
35801, 35803, 35802, 35805, 35806, 35741, 35824, 35763, 35757, 35756, 35810, 35811, 35816, 35896, 35742, 35762, 35804, 35807, 35809, 35814

About Huntsville public records

The Huntsville Police Department helps with maintaining public safety and overseeing criminal justice within the city. Residents can obtain various public and vital records through established channels under the Alabama Open Records Law. The Madison County Clerk's Office is the primary resource for vital records, such as birth, death, and marriage certificates, where requests can be made in person or via mail. Property records can be accessed through the Madison Revenue Commissioner’s Office, which maintains detailed information on property ownership and assessments.

The Mayor serves four-year terms, as do the five district representatives who make up the City Council. For details on city candidates, sample ballots, and local measures, residents can contact the Huntsville City Clerk's Office at 256-427-5020 or visit huntsvilleal.gov. The Madison County Probate Office handles election administration for Huntsville voters as part of its statutory responsibilities. The office is located at 100 Northside Square, Suite 121, Huntsville, AL 35801, and can be reached at 256-532-3330 or through madisoncountyal.gov.

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How do I register to vote in Huntsville, Alabama?

To register to vote in Huntsville, Alabama, residents can register online through the Alabama Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Madison County elections office. Alabama requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Alabama Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Huntsville, contact the Madison County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

How do I look up property records in Huntsville, Alabama?

Property records for Huntsville, Alabama are maintained by the Madison Revenue Commissioner's Office and the Madison County Probate Judge's Office. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Madison County, including parcels in Huntsville. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Madison County Probate Judge's Office maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Many Alabama counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. The Madison County Revenue Commissioner handles property tax payments and tax sale information.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Huntsville, Alabama?

Birth, death, and marriage records for Huntsville, Alabama residents are available through both county and state offices. The Alabama Department of Public Health, Center for Health Statistics, located in Montgomery, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in Alabama. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Madison County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Madison County. Birth and death certificates may also be available through local vital records offices. Requestors typically need to provide valid photo identification and proof of their relationship to the person named on the record. Processing times and fees vary by office and record type.

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