Dale County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Dale County, Alabama.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$399.00
Case lookup
Free online

At $399, the civil filing fee in Dale County is higher than most nearby counties (median $297 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Dale County Circuit Clerk's Office

Delores P. Woodham

Civil Complaint
$399.00
$399.00 (Circuit Court civil complaint, amount in controversy over $50,000.01); $299.00 ($20,000.01-$50,000); $247.00 (worker's comp). Statewide Alabama circuit civil docket fee per Ala. Code 12-19-71, current.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Dale County?

    The civil filing fee in Dale County, Alabama is $399.00 (Circuit Court civil complaint, amount in controversy over $50,000.01); $299.00 ($20,000.01-$50,000); $247.00 (worker's comp). Statewide Alabama circuit civil docket fee per Ala. Code 12-19-71, current.

  • Can I e-file court documents in Dale County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through AlaFile.

  • Is there a free online case search for Dale County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at pa.alacourt.com.

  • Where do I file court documents in Dale County?

    Filings go to the Dale County Circuit Clerk's Office. You can reach the clerk at 334-774-5003.

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