Morgan County, Alabama Public Records

Morgan County was created in 1818 and is located in the north-central part of the state. The county seat is Decatur, and major towns in Morgan County include Hartselle, Falkville, Somerville, and Trinity. The county is home to more than 120,000 people, and encompasses 604 square miles.

The government of Morgan County, Alabama is composed of a five-member County Commission, which is the legislative body of the county. The Commission is responsible for setting policy, levying taxes, and appropriating funds for county government operations. The Commission is elected from five districts and serves four-year terms

Morgan County is home to several major attractions, including the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge and Alabama Music Hall of Fame. The county is also host to two annual festivals-the Groundhog Day Festival and Johnson's Kennyfest.

The Circuit Court of Morgan County has jurisdiction over all civil and criminal cases within the county. The court also has jurisdiction over appeals from lower courts, such as the District Court and Municipal Court.