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Edited by Sam Rokni — Editor & Owner, SearchSystems.net. Public records professional since 1999. NAPBS founding member. Full bio & credentials.
Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Lawrence County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Alabama state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Lawrence County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Lawrence County, Alabama — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
33,567
Population
Census estimate
12,829
Households
Census estimate
$54,786
Median income
Annual household
$134,200
Median home value
Census ACS
Moulton
County seat
In Alabama
Criminal records
3 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
1 source
Property records
2 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Lawrence County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Lawrence County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Alabama Administrative Office of Courts Company Profile - Alacourt.com |
| Criminal records | Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Jail Info - Lawrence County Sheriff's Department |
| Wants & warrants | Lawrence County Sheriff Office, AL, Arrest Warrants Search |
| Property records | AL | Property Search Lawrence County Parcel Viewer |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Lawrence County state portal below |
| Voter records | Public Records Request | Alabama Secretary of State Alabama Votes | Alabama Secretary of State |
| Professional licenses | Lawrence County | Alabama Law Enforcement Agency |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Lawrence County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Lawrence County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Lawrence County Records
2026
Lawrence County official government portal active
The official Lawrence County government website at www.lawrencealabama.com continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Lawrence County court records portal verified
State court system links for Lawrence County verified against the Alabama judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Lawrence County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Lawrence County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Lawrence County property records online
Lawrence County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Lawrence County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Lawrence County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Lawrence County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Alabama statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Alabama state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Lawrence County Records
❌ Myth: "Lawrence County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Lawrence County are held by the Alabama state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Lawrence County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Lawrence County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Alabama state repository has verified, current Lawrence County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Lawrence County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Lawrence County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- www.lawrencealabama.com — Official Lawrence County government website
- www.alacourt.gov — Court records — official source
- www.alea.gov — Criminal records — official source
- www.sos.alabama.gov — Voter records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Lawrence County & Alabama Records
For records not specific to Lawrence County, use Alabama's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Alabama statewide record systems:
- Alabama Court Records →
- Alabama Criminal Records →
- Alabama Property Records →
- Alabama Vital Records →
- Alabama Voter Records →
- Alabama Wants & Warrants →
- Alabama Licenses →
- Alabama Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Alabama statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Lawrence County, Alabama
Lawrence County is located in northwest Alabama. The county seat is Moulton (official site: http://www.lawrencealabama.com/).
- Population: 33,567
- Households: 12,829
- Median household income: $54,786
- Median home value: $134,200
- Below poverty line: 15.8%
- Land area: 690.7 sq mi
- Population density: 48.6 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 2
- NCES schools indexed: 15
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency
Official Free
Log in to the federal Judiciary’s electronic public access services. Close PACER Case Locator PACER Log in Manage PACER Account
🌐 alea.gov
Jail Info - Lawrence County Sheriff's Department
Official Free
JAIL INFO Lawrence County Sheriff transfer to the State of Alabama’s Department of Corrections. The Corrections Division maintains an average population of 130 inmates
National Sex Offender Registry | Alabama Law Enforcement Agency
Official Free
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency · The official site of those who protect and serve Alabama
🌐 alea.gov
Inmate Search - Alabama Department of Corrections
Official Free
Please Keep In Mind: This database only contains currently incarcerated inmates. Historical data is not available on-line at this time. The AIS (Alabama Institutional Serial) number field takes precedence in all searches. The AIS number is the unique six-digit number assigned to each inmate ...
Alabama Administrative Office of Courts
Official Free
View county-specific information for Alabama's Judicial Circuit & District Courts.
Company Profile - Alacourt.com
Official Free
On-Line Information Services, Inc., has provided online and Internet access to public records since 1990 . On-Line started by providing access to local tax assessment records and expanded to provide online access to Probate Court grantor/grantee indices, along with online access to digital images ...
Public Records Request | Alabama Secretary of State
Official Free
Also, production of Alabama's statewide voter list is available for purchase online pursuant to Alabama Code Section 17-4-38 here.
Alabama Votes | Alabama Secretary of State
Official Free
Call Toll Free: 1-800-274-8683 · 3,805,251 Registered Voters
Alabama Votes | Alabama Secretary of State
Official Free
Skip to main content Braille Voter Guide · Alabama Secretary of State · Alabama Votes · Secretary of State Wes Allen · Call Toll Free: 1-800-274-8683 · 3,803,535 Registered Voters · Click here to view Unofficial Election Night Results for 2026 Primary Election ·
AL | Property Search
Official Free
Skip to main content Accessibility Statement · HOME PROPERTY TAXES MOTOR VEHICLES NEWS MAPS CONTACT US · Property Search
Lawrence County - Thirty-Sixth Circuit Court of Alabama
Official Free
Magistrates are a part of the judicial branch of government and are required to exercise independent judgment in the issuance of arrest warrants. The United States Supreme Court has determined that persons issuing warrants must be "neutral and detached" from the law enforcement function · ...
Lawrence County | Alabama Law Enforcement Agency
Official Free
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency · The official site of those who protect and serve Alabama
🌐 alea.gov
Lawrence | Alabama Secretary of State
Official Free
County: Lawrence · Phone Number: 256-974-2438 · Physical Address: 14451 Market Street, Suite 340, Moulton, Alabama, 35650 · Mailing Address: 14451 Market Street, Suite 340, Moulton, Alabama, 35650 · County: Lawrence · Phone Number: (256) 974-2460 · Physical Address: PO Box 249, Moulton, ...
Center for Health Statistics | Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH)
Official Free
Alabama Open Records Act (AORA) you are looking for? Use our A to Z Index. The Center for Health Statistics collects and tabulates health-related statistical data and operates the vital records system for the State of Alabama
Alabama SOS Business Search
Business, Voter & Other
Alabama Secretary of State business entity search.
arc-sos.state.al.us
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Lawrence County?
Lawrence County court cases are filed with the Circuit Clerk. Search the Alabama Administrative Office of Courts portal: https://www.alacourt.gov/. For federal matters, see PACER.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Alabama if I wasn't convicted?
In Alabama, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Alabama's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
What's the difference between sealing and expunging a record in Alabama?
In Alabama, a sealed record is hidden from public view but still exists and remains visible to law enforcement, licensing boards, and some employers. An expunged record is treated by Alabama law as if it never happened — though FBI and federal records may persist regardless of state action. The relief process runs through the sentencing court.
What is an ICE detainer (Form I-247)?
An ICE detainer (Form I-247) is a written request from ICE asking a local jail to hold someone for up to 48 additional hours after they would normally be released so ICE can take custody. Federal courts have held that detainers are requests, not orders — whether a jail honors a detainer depends on the local sheriff's policy.