Find Felony Records in Mobile

Mobile felony records are stored at the Mobile County Circuit Court. The city does not keep its own felony files. Mobile is the third largest city in Alabama with about 201,000 people. All felony cases in Mobile go to the county court. The Circuit Clerk maintains every file. This page explains how to search felony records in Mobile and what they contain.

Which Court Has Mobile Felony Records

Mobile County Circuit Court handles all felony cases in the city. The police arrest people. Then the county court takes over. All charges and hearings happen at the county level. Mobile does not have a city felony court. The county system serves everyone. This is standard across Alabama.

Mobile is the county seat. The courthouse is at Government Plaza. The address is 205 Government Street. The Circuit Clerk office is inside. This is where Mobile felony records are kept. You can request copies in person or use the online system. Staff at the clerk window can help you find what you need.

Government Plaza is in downtown Mobile. Parking is available in lots near the building. Security checks all visitors at the entrance. Bring a valid photo ID. Large bags may be searched. Once inside, the clerk staff can direct you to felony records in Mobile.

How to Search Mobile Felony Records

You can search felony records in Mobile online or in person. Online is fastest for basic info. In person gives you the full case file. Both work well. Records are public in Alabama. Anyone can look them up. You do not need to be part of the case to search felony records in Mobile.

The Alacourt ACCESS portal covers all courts in Alabama. For Mobile, select Mobile County from the menu. Each search costs $9.99. You can search by name or case number. Results show charges, court dates, and case outcomes. Document images cost extra. This is the best tool for felony records in Mobile.

The image above shows how to access Mobile County court records online. This system lets you search felony cases from anywhere with internet access.

To search felony records in Mobile, you need:

• Full name of the person
• Date of birth helps narrow results
• Case number if you know it
• Year the case was filed

You can also go to the clerk office in person. Staff can search cases and make copies. Certified copies cost more. Plain copies are cheaper. Call (251) 574-8400 to check current fees. The office can get busy. Try to go early if you have the choice.

Mobile Police Department Records

The Mobile Police Department makes arrests in the city. They keep arrest records and incident reports. These are not the same as court records. Police records cover the arrest. Court records cover the legal case. You may need both for a complete picture of a felony in Mobile.

Contact the police records unit for arrest info. The main number is (251) 208-7211. Ask about incident reports and booking records. Some records are public. Others need consent or a court order. Staff can explain what they can release. Mugshots typically come from the jail, not the police.

The Mobile County Sheriff runs the jail system. They keep a jail roster online at mobileso.com. You can see current inmates, charges, and bond amounts. The roster updates often. This is a free way to check recent arrests in Mobile.

Mobile as a Port City

Mobile is a major port city on the Gulf Coast. It has a large shipping industry. Federal crimes sometimes occur in port areas. These do not go to county court. Federal felonies are handled by the U.S. District Court. If a case involves customs, shipping, or federal law, it may be a federal matter.

The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Alabama has a courthouse in Mobile. The address is 113 St. Joseph Street. Federal cases have their own records system called PACER. You can search at pacer.uscourts.gov. Federal searches cost $0.10 per page. Most felonies in Mobile are still state cases at the county court level.

Mobile has grown in recent years. The city annexed nearby areas in July 2023. This added more residents to the Mobile area. All these new areas use the same county court. Felony records for the whole city go through Mobile County Circuit Court.

What Mobile Felony Records Show

A felony record in Mobile contains the key facts of a criminal case. It starts with the charges. It ends when the case closes. All steps in between are in the file. Here is what you can find in Mobile felony records.

Mobile felony records include:

• Defendant's full name and birth date
• Arrest date and booking info
• Charges from the prosecutor
• Case number and court assigned
• All hearing dates and actions
• Motions filed by either side
• Final verdict: guilty, not guilty, or dismissed
• Sentence if convicted
• Bond and release details

Felonies in Mobile range from drug crimes to violent offenses. Murder, rape, and robbery are Class A or B felonies. Drug trafficking can be Class A depending on the amount. Under Code of Alabama Section 13A-5-6, Class A brings 10 years to life in prison. Class D brings 1 year and 1 day to 5 years.

Are Mobile Felony Records Public

Yes. Court records are public in Alabama. Under Code of Alabama Section 36-12-40, anyone can inspect public records. This includes felony cases at the Mobile County Circuit Court. You do not need to be part of the case. You do not need a reason to look.

Some records have limits in Mobile. Juvenile cases are sealed. Cases a judge has sealed are not public. Expunged records are hidden. Social Security numbers may be blacked out. But most adult felony records are open to the public in Mobile.

ALEA criminal history is not open to everyone. Only the subject or authorized users can see it. Misusing criminal records is a crime under Code of Alabama Section 41-9-601. Fines go from $5,000 to $10,000. Jail time can hit 5 years. Stick with Alacourt for public record searches in Mobile.

Mobile Felony Expungement

Some felony records can be erased in Mobile. This process is called expungement. Not all cases qualify. The rules are strict. If you meet them, you can ask a judge to seal your record. Once sealed, most people cannot see it on a background check.

Under Code of Alabama Section 15-27, certain felonies can be expunged in Mobile. Dismissed charges often qualify. Not guilty verdicts can be erased. If you got a pardon with rights restored, some convictions may qualify. Violent felonies usually cannot be expunged.

To start expungement in Mobile, file a petition at the Circuit Court. A judge will review your case. If the judge approves, agencies must seal their records. ALEA updates its files after the order. The clerk seals the court file. The process can take months. A lawyer helps get things done right.

Legal Help in Mobile

Several groups in Mobile provide legal help. Some offer free services. Others have reduced rates. These can help with felony cases or record searches in Mobile.

Legal Services Alabama has an office in Mobile. They help people who qualify based on income. Call (251) 433-6560 for the Mobile office. The statewide line is (866) 456-4995. Spanish speakers call (888) 835-3505. Visit legalservicesalabama.org for more info on free legal aid in Mobile.

The Mobile Bar Association can refer you to a lawyer. Call (251) 433-9790 for their referral service. The Alabama State Bar has a statewide line at 1-800-392-5660. A first meeting often has a set low fee. The Mobile County Law Library at the courthouse has forms and resources. Staff can help you find what you need for felony record requests in Mobile.

Nearby Alabama Cities

Mobile is on the Gulf Coast in southwest Alabama. Dothan is a few hours east. Montgomery is about two hours north. Each city uses its county court for felony records. Here are links to cities near Mobile.

Mobile County Felony Records

Mobile is the county seat of Mobile County. All felony cases go through the county Circuit Court. The county serves the city and nearby towns. For full info on the court, fees, and other resources, see the Mobile County felony records page.

View Mobile County Felony Records