Access Huntsville DUI Records

Huntsville DUI records are kept by the Municipal Court and Madison County Circuit Court. Huntsville is the largest city in Alabama by population with over 230,000 residents. The city is in Madison County and serves as the county seat. Misdemeanor DUI arrests in Huntsville go to Municipal Court. Felony DUI cases are handled by the 23rd Judicial Circuit Court.

Huntsville Municipal Court

Huntsville Municipal Court handles all misdemeanor DUI cases that occur within city limits. The court is at 815 Wheeler Avenue in downtown Huntsville. This is the same building as the Huntsville Police Department. The court is open from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM on weekdays. You can call to check on a DUI case or ask about court dates in Huntsville.

The Municipal Court processes a large number of DUI cases each year. Huntsville is the most populous city in Alabama, so case volume is high. Under Alabama Code Section 32-5A-191, misdemeanor DUI stays at this court level. First, second, and third DUI offenses are misdemeanors in Alabama. The court keeps records of all these cases in Huntsville.

The city website has info on court procedures and payment options. You can pay fines online for some cases. For DUI records in Huntsville, you may need to visit the court or submit a written request. The clerk can help you find case info if you have the name or case number. Bring a valid ID when you go in person.

Huntsville Police Records

Huntsville Police Department keeps arrest records for all DUI cases they handle. The records unit is at 815 Wheeler Avenue. This is the same address as the Municipal Court. You can request case reports and accident reports from this office. The records unit phone number is (256) 427-7020.

For DUI arrest records in Huntsville, contact the police records division. They can provide the arrest report, which shows the date, time, location, and charges. The report also shows the officer name and any test results. Request forms may be required for some records. Visit the Huntsville Police records page for more details on how to request records.

Accident reports cost $15.00 if the DUI involved a crash. Case reports have their own fee. Call ahead to ask about current fees and what documents you need to bring. Processing time varies based on request volume. The records office can tell you how long your request will take in Huntsville.

How to Search Huntsville DUI Records

You can search for DUI records in Huntsville through several sources. Online searches work well for basic case info. In-person visits let you see full files and get copies. Each source has different data on DUI cases in Huntsville.

Alacourt is the state court records system that covers Madison County. It includes both Municipal Court and Circuit Court cases. Search by name or case number at pa.alacourt.com. The site charges $9.99 per name search. This fee includes one case detail. More cases cost $9.99 each. Document images cost $5.00 for the first 20 pages.

To search DUI records in Huntsville, you need:

• Full name of the person
• Date of birth if available
• Approximate date of arrest
• Case number if known

Madison County requires a records request form for some searches. You can find the form at madisoncountycircuitclerk.org. Fill it out and submit it to the Circuit Clerk. The form asks for the type of record you need and the person's name. The clerk will search and send you the results for a fee. This works for both Municipal Court and Circuit Court DUI records in Huntsville.

Madison County DUI Records

Felony DUI cases for Huntsville go to the Madison County Circuit Court. The Circuit Clerk is Debra Kizer. The office is at 100 Northside Square in downtown Huntsville. The clerk keeps all felony DUI records. Staff can help you find case files and make copies. The office is open from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM on weekdays.

A DUI becomes a felony after four convictions within ten years. Felony DUI is a Class C offense under Alabama law. The Circuit Court also handles DUI cases that involve serious injury or death. You can reach the Circuit Clerk at (256) 532-3380 to ask about felony DUI records in Huntsville. The office website is at madison.alacourt.gov.

Madison County is a major urban county. It has a high volume of court cases. Public access computers are available by appointment only. Call ahead to schedule time if you want to search records in person. The county uses the statewide Alacourt system for electronic records access.

For full details on county-level DUI records, fees, and court procedures, visit the Madison County page.

View Madison County DUI Records

Sheriff Arrest Records

The Madison County Sheriff keeps arrest records for all DUI bookings. Sheriff Kevin Turner runs the office. The main number is (256) 532-3412. The sheriff website is at madisoncountysheriffal.org. This includes bookings for DUI arrests made by both city police and sheriff deputies in Huntsville.

For recent DUI arrests in Huntsville, check the jail booking records. The sheriff website may have a booking search tool. For older arrest records, contact the sheriff records division. They can provide booking info, arrest dates, and charges. This covers all DUI arrests in Madison County, including those in Huntsville.

Arrest records show different info than court records. The arrest record has the booking date, charges at arrest, and booking photos. Court records show what happened after that. Both are public records in Huntsville. You may need records from both sources to get the full picture of a DUI case.

Huntsville Driving Records

Your driving record shows DUI convictions and license actions. A DUI conviction in Huntsville appears on your motor vehicle record. The record shows any license suspension tied to the DUI as well. The Alabama Driver License Division keeps these records statewide.

Get your driving record at alabamadl.alea.gov. The fee is $5.75 for a standard MVR. The record shows convictions, points, and license status. DUI convictions add 6 points to your license. Breath test refusals appear on the record too. Employers check MVRs when hiring for driving jobs in Huntsville.

After a DUI conviction in Huntsville, license suspension periods apply. First offense: 90 days. Second offense: one year. Third or more: three years. The $275 reinstatement fee must be paid to get your license back. An ignition interlock device may be required depending on the case details.

Alabama DUI Laws

Alabama DUI law applies the same way in Huntsville as across the state. Under Code Section 32-5A-191, driving with a BAC of 0.08% or higher is illegal. Drivers under 21 face a 0.02% limit. Commercial drivers face a 0.04% limit. These limits apply to all DUI cases in Huntsville.

Penalties increase with each offense. First DUI: up to one year jail and $2,100 fine. Second offense: up to one year jail and $5,100 fine. Third offense: up to one year and $10,100 fine. Fourth offense is a felony with one to ten years in prison. Huntsville courts follow these state guidelines when sentencing.

Alabama uses a 10-year look-back period. All DUI convictions within ten years count for offense level. A 2018 DUI still counts if you get another in 2028. This applies to any Alabama court including Huntsville. DUI convictions are permanent and cannot be expunged under the REDEEMER Act (Code Section 15-27-1).

State Criminal Records

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency keeps the central criminal records database. All DUI convictions statewide are stored there. This includes Huntsville DUI records. ALEA records show convictions, not just arrests. You can request records at alea.gov.

A criminal history check through ALEA costs $25.00. Processing takes about 5 to 10 business days. The record shows all Alabama convictions including DUI charges from Huntsville. For employers doing background checks, faster online options are available. The ALEA database is the official source for criminal history in Alabama.

Legal Help in Huntsville

Several groups offer legal help for DUI cases in Huntsville. Some give free help to people with low income. Others charge fees but may offer reduced rates for initial meetings. Talking to a lawyer helps you understand your options for a DUI case in Huntsville.

Legal Services Alabama serves the Huntsville area. They provide free legal help to those who qualify based on income. Call (866) 456-4995 to check eligibility. The Madison County Bar Association can refer you to a DUI lawyer in Huntsville. Alabama E-Forms at eforms.alacourt.gov has court forms you may need for your case.

If you cannot afford a lawyer for a criminal case, the court must appoint one. Contact the Municipal Court or Circuit Court clerk to ask about public defenders in Huntsville. The Alabama State Bar referral line is 1-800-392-5660 if you want to find a private attorney.

Nearby Cities

These cities are near Huntsville and also have DUI records at the local level. Each city has its own municipal court for misdemeanor cases. Felony DUI cases go to the county circuit court based on where the arrest happened.