Find Felony Records in Pickens County

Pickens County felony records are stored at the Circuit Clerk's office in Carrollton. These files show arrests, charges, and court outcomes for serious crimes. The records are public under Alabama law. Anyone can search them. Pickens County is in west Alabama near the Mississippi border. This page explains how to access felony records in Pickens County.

Pickens County Circuit Clerk

The Circuit Clerk is the main office for felony records in Pickens County. This office files all court cases. Staff keep the records safe and help people find what they need. The office is in the Pickens County Courthouse in Carrollton. You can visit during business hours or call with questions about felony records.

Pickens County is part of the 24th Judicial Circuit along with Fayette and Lamar counties. The Circuit Court handles all felony cases in this area. When police arrest someone for a serious crime, the case goes to Circuit Court. The clerk tracks every filing, hearing, and outcome. All of this becomes part of the public record in Pickens County.

How to Search Pickens County Felony Records

Searching felony records in Pickens County is straightforward. You have two main options. Online searches are quick and easy. In-person visits give you access to full case files. Both work for public records in Pickens County.

The Alacourt ACCESS system is the online option. It has court records from all Alabama counties. You pick Pickens County from the list and enter a name. Results show all matching cases. Each search costs $9.99. You can view charges, court dates, and case outcomes. Document images cost $5.00 for the first 20 pages. This is the fastest way to search Pickens County felony records from anywhere.

To search in person, visit the Circuit Clerk in Carrollton. The courthouse is in the center of town. Bring your ID. Tell staff what you are looking for. They can search by name or case number. You can view the file and ask for copies. Copy fees apply. Call ahead if you need old records, as they may take time to pull in Pickens County.

What you need to search:

• Full name of the person
• Approximate year of the case
• Case number if available

Pickens County Sheriff's Office

The Sheriff's Office makes arrests and runs the county jail. When someone commits a felony in Pickens County, deputies respond. They book the person into jail and file charges. The sheriff keeps records of all arrests. These include booking info, charges, and bond amounts.

Jail records are separate from court records in Pickens County. The sheriff has current inmate info. The Circuit Clerk has court case files. For recent arrests, call the sheriff. For court outcomes, contact the clerk. Both offices are in Carrollton. The Sheriff's Office does not publish an online jail roster, so you must call for inmate details in Pickens County.

Online Access for Pickens County

Pickens County court records are available through the state Alacourt system. This portal has all trial court cases, including felonies. Registration is quick. Searches cost money but anyone can use the site. It is the main tool for remote searches of Pickens County records.

The Alabama Department of Corrections runs a free inmate search. If someone from Pickens County went to state prison, you can find them here. Search by name or AIS number. Results show the facility, sentence, and release date. This only covers current inmates. It does not show county jail inmates or people who have been released.

For official criminal history, you need ALEA. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency keeps the state criminal history database. This is not public. You can request your own record for $25 with fingerprints. ALEA records cover all of Alabama, not just Pickens County. Most people use Alacourt for court records since it is easier to access.

What Pickens County Felony Records Show

Felony records in Pickens County contain detailed information about criminal cases. Each file documents the case from start to finish. The format is standard across Alabama courts.

A Pickens County felony record typically shows:

• Defendant name and date of birth
• Arrest date and charges
• Felony class (A, B, C, or D)
• All court hearings and results
• Plea or trial outcome
• Sentence imposed
• Bond amount and status
• Attorneys involved

Alabama law sets sentencing ranges by felony class. Under Code of Alabama Section 13A-5-6, Class A felonies carry 10 to 99 years or life. Class B brings 2 to 20 years. Class C means 1 year and 1 day to 10 years. Class D is 1 year and 1 day to 5 years. Pickens County felony records show the class for each charge, which tells you the potential sentence range.

Pickens County Felony Laws

Court records are public in Alabama. Under Code of Alabama Section 36-12-40, citizens have the right to inspect public records. Felony case files fall under this law. You can ask to see any case on file in Pickens County. The clerk cannot deny a valid request.

Some records are restricted. Juvenile cases are not public. Sealed cases are off limits. Expunged records are hidden. But adult felony cases in Pickens County are open to the public. There is no need to explain why you want to see them.

Using criminal records improperly is illegal. Under Code of Alabama Section 41-9-601, obtaining records through fraud is a felony. Penalties include fines of $5,000 to $10,000 and up to five years in prison. Always use records for lawful purposes when searching in Pickens County.

Expungement in Pickens County

Certain felony records can be sealed in Pickens County. This process is called expungement. State law sets the rules. Not every case qualifies. If your case meets the criteria, you can ask a judge to seal the record.

Under Code of Alabama Section 15-27, you can expunge charges that were dismissed or resulted in acquittal. If you received a pardon with civil rights restored, some convictions may qualify. Violent felonies are hard to expunge. Many are not eligible under Alabama law.

To start an expungement in Pickens County, file a petition with the Circuit Court. The clerk processes the filing. A judge reviews the petition and makes a decision. If approved, the records are sealed. They will not appear on most background checks. Visit the ALEA expungement page for forms and guidance.

Contact Information

Use the contacts below to reach Pickens County offices. Call ahead to confirm hours and ask what documents to bring. Staff can help with your felony record search.

Nearby Counties

These counties are next to Pickens County. Check the arrest location to know where records are filed. Each county keeps its own court records.