DeKalb County, AL Public Records
DeKalb County has an estimated population of 73,122 (2024) across 777 square miles of land. In Alabama, deeds, mortgages and other land records are recorded by the Probate Court (Judge of Probate) in each county. Court cases are handled by the Alabama Unified Judicial System; use the official links below to find the courthouse and clerk for DeKalb County.
📍 DeKalb County at a Glance
| Population (2024 est.) | 73,122 Source: www2.census.gov ↗ |
| Land area | 777 sq mi Source: www2.census.gov ↗ |
| Largest community | Fort PaynePopulation 15,017 (2024 est.) |
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🏛️ Courthouse & Records Offices in DeKalb County, AL
These are the main offices to visit in person in DeKalb County: the Circuit Clerk for court case files. Details come from official state and court directories; hours and services can change, so call or check the official website before you go. Anything the official source does not list is marked “Not stated”.
⚖️ DeKalb County Circuit Clerk
| Address | PO Box 681149, Ft Payne, AL 35968-1613 (mailing address) |
| Phone | (256) 845-8525 |
| Hours | Not stated |
| Records available | Circuit and District Court case records for the county (felonies, civil cases, divorce, small claims, traffic); wills, deeds and marriage records are kept by the Probate Judge |
| Official website | Not stated |
| Sources | sos.alabama.gov/…/circuit-clerk ↗ |
| Last verified | October 17, 2026 |
⚖️ Criminal Records in DeKalb County, AL
Criminal case records for DeKalb County are kept by the court that heard each case. In Alabama, felony cases are tried in Circuit Court; misdemeanors are heard by District Court (which also holds felony preliminary hearings), and city ordinance cases by municipal courts. Many court records are public and can be viewed or copied at the clerk's office of the court that heard the case. Source: alacourt.gov ↗
⚖️ Where to get criminal records for DeKalb County
| State court system | Alabama Unified Judicial System |
🔍 Background Check in DeKalb County, AL
A people search for DeKalb County pulls together public records such as court cases, property records and address history. It is for personal use only: under the FCRA it may not be used to screen tenants, employees, or for credit or insurance decisions. The official record sources for DeKalb County are listed below.
🔍 Where to get background check for DeKalb County
| Sex offender registry | Alabama Sex Offender Registry (Alabama Law Enforcement Agency) Source: alea.gov ↗ |
| State court system | Alabama Unified Judicial System |
📋 Arrest Records in DeKalb County, AL
Arrest and booking records for DeKalb County are created by the arresting agency — usually the local police department, the county sheriff's office or the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (State Troopers). Once someone is charged, the case becomes a court record at the court that handles criminal cases for the area.
📋 Where to get arrest records for DeKalb County
| State court system | Alabama Unified Judicial System |
🏛️ Court Records in DeKalb County, AL
Court records for DeKalb County include civil suits, small claims, landlord-tenant cases, criminal cases, family matters and probate (estates). Below are the courts that serve DeKalb County, with addresses from the official Alabama Unified Judicial System directory.
🏛️ Where to get court records for DeKalb County
| State court system | Alabama Unified Judicial System |
🏠 Property Records in DeKalb County, AL
In Alabama, deeds, mortgages and other land records are recorded by the Probate Court (Judge of Probate) in each county. Property tax assessments are kept by the county Revenue Commissioner or Tax Assessor.
🏠 Where to get property records for DeKalb County
| Land records | In Alabama, deeds, mortgages and other land records are recorded by the Probate Court (Judge of Probate) in each county. |
📜 Vital Records in DeKalb County, AL
Certified birth and death certificates for Alabama are issued by the state vital records office; in some places a county or local office can also issue copies. Statewide records can also be ordered from the Alabama Department of Public Health – Center for Health Statistics (Vital Records).
📜 Where to get vital records for DeKalb County
| State vital records office | Alabama Department of Public Health – Center for Health Statistics (Vital Records) Source: alabamapublichealth.gov ↗ |
🔒 Sex Offender Registry in DeKalb County, AL
The official sex offender registry for DeKalb County is maintained by the state. Search it directly — it is free and updated by law enforcement. Registry information may not be used to threaten, intimidate or harass anyone.
🔒 Where to get sex offender registry for DeKalb County
| Official registry | Alabama Sex Offender Registry (Alabama Law Enforcement Agency) Source: alea.gov ↗ |
📄 Divorce Records in DeKalb County, AL
Divorce cases in Alabama are heard by the Circuit Court in each county. The full divorce case file, including the final decree, is kept by the clerk of that court. Some state vital records offices also issue divorce certificates or verifications; check with the Alabama Department of Public Health – Center for Health Statistics (Vital Records).
📄 Where to get divorce records for DeKalb County
| Divorce court | Divorce cases in Alabama are heard by the Circuit Court in each county. |
| State vital records office | Alabama Department of Public Health – Center for Health Statistics (Vital Records) Source: alabamapublichealth.gov ↗ |
| State court system | Alabama Unified Judicial System |
Largest Communities in DeKalb County
Fort Payne (15,017), Rainsville (5,931), Henagar (2,322), Collinsville (2,051), Crossville (1,829), Sylvania (1,824), Fyffe (976), Powell (929), Geraldine (911), Ider (738), Valley Head (595), Hammondville (428) 2024 population estimates, U.S. Census Bureau.