Morgan County Court Information
Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Morgan County, Alabama.
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Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26At $297, the civil filing fee in Morgan County is about the same as nearby counties (median $326 across 6 nearby counties).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Morgan County?
The civil filing fee in Morgan County, Alabama is $297.00 statutory docket fee for circuit civil suit over $50,000 ($197.00 if $50,000 or less), plus uniform statutory add-on costs (county total approx $376 / $276); set by Ala. Code 12-19-71, eff. 2026.
What is the small claims filing fee in Morgan County?
$96.00 base for claims up to $1,500 (Sheriff in-county service); $170.00 for $1,501-$3,000; $259.00 for $3,001-$6,000 (Morgan Co District Court fee schedule)
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Morgan County?
$145.00 statutory docket fee, domestic relations/divorce at filing (Ala. Code 12-19-71); county total approx $224 with add-ons.
Can I e-file court documents in Morgan County?
Yes. E-filing is available through AlaFile.
Is there a free online case search for Morgan County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at pa.alacourt.com.
Where do I file court documents in Morgan County?
Filings go to the Morgan County Circuit Clerk's Office, located at 302 Lee St. NE, Decatur, AL 35601. You can reach the clerk at (256) 351-4790.
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