Tallapoosa County Public Records

Tallapoosa County public records are managed by the Probate Court and Circuit Clerk in Dadeville. The county serves around 41,000 residents and is home to Lake Martin, one of the largest man-made lakes in the country.

Tallapoosa County Probate Court

The Probate Court handles property records for Tallapoosa County. This includes deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, and marriage licenses. Property transfers and real estate transactions get recorded here. The office also handles wills, estates, and guardianship matters.

The courthouse sits in downtown Dadeville on the town square. You can visit in person to search records or request copies. Staff can help you find what you need if you know the name or property address. Most searches take just a few minutes. For older records, you may need to check physical books in the records vault.

Tallapoosa County has digitized many of its property records. The process took several years. Now most recent documents are available through the online system. Older records from the 1800s and early 1900s may still need to be searched manually. The staff can pull these for you during business hours.

Search Tallapoosa County Records Online

Tallapoosa County uses the Ingenuity system for online records access. This system lets you search property records from your computer. You can look up deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents without visiting the courthouse. The search is free. You pay when you want to view or print document images.

To use the online system, go to the county website and find the records search link. You can search by name, book and page, or legal description. The system shows you an index of matching records. Each entry lists the document type, recording date, and parties involved.

Some things to keep in mind when searching online:

• Recent records are available within a few days of recording
• Older records may not have images attached
• Name searches work best with exact spelling
• Try different name variations if your first search comes up empty

The county continues to add older records to the digital system. This work happens as time and budget allow. If you cannot find what you need online, call the Probate Court. They can check physical records that have not been scanned yet.

Tallapoosa County Court Records

The Circuit Clerk maintains trial court records for Tallapoosa County. These are separate from property records at the Probate Court. Court records include civil lawsuits, criminal cases, family court matters, and traffic violations. Tallapoosa County is part of the 5th Judicial Circuit, which also includes Chambers, Clay, Macon, and Randolph counties.

You can search Tallapoosa County court records through AlacourtAccess at pa.alacourt.com. The state system covers all Alabama courts. A basic name search costs $9.99. This includes one case detail. Each additional case costs $9.99. Document images cost $5.00 for up to 20 pages.

The Circuit Clerk office is at tallapoosa.alacourt.gov. You can also visit in person at the courthouse in Dadeville. The clerk can help you find case information if you know the case number or the names of the parties.

Types of Public Records Available

Tallapoosa County maintains several types of public records. Each type has its own office and search method. Knowing where to look saves you time.

Property Records at the Probate Court include:

• Warranty deeds and quitclaim deeds
• Mortgages and mortgage releases
• Liens and lien releases
• Plats and subdivision maps
• Easements and rights of way
• Powers of attorney

Vital Records are also at the Probate Court:

• Marriage licenses and certificates
• Death certificates (older records)

For birth and death certificates, you should contact the Alabama Department of Public Health. They handle these statewide. The Probate Court may have some older death records on file.

Court Records at the Circuit Clerk include:

• Civil case files
• Criminal case files
• Family court cases (divorce, custody, support)
• Probate estate files
• Traffic and misdemeanor cases

Tallapoosa County Recording Fees

Recording fees in Tallapoosa County follow state guidelines with some local variations. Always confirm current fees before sending payment. Fees can change without much notice.

Common fees for Tallapoosa County records:

• Copy of recorded document: $1 per page
• Certified copy: $2 per page plus $5 certification fee
• Recording a deed: $20 for first page, $5 each additional
• Recording a mortgage: $20 for first page, $5 each additional
• Marriage license: $78

Deed tax in Alabama runs $0.50 per $500 of property value. Mortgage tax is $0.15 per $100 of debt. These state taxes add to the recording fees. The county collects these on behalf of the state.

Payment methods vary by office. Most accept cash, checks, and money orders. Some offices now take credit cards but may add a convenience fee. Call ahead if you need to pay by card.

Lake Martin Area Records

Lake Martin covers parts of Tallapoosa, Elmore, and Coosa counties. If you need property records for lake property, you must first figure out which county the parcel sits in. The county lines run through the lake itself.

A few things to keep in mind for Lake Martin property searches:

• Check your exact parcel location before searching
• Property may be in Tallapoosa, Elmore, or Coosa County
• Alabama Power holds the lake bed and some shoreline rights
• Dock permits and lake access may have separate records

Lake property often has more complex title history than regular land. Easements, water rights, and utility access can create extra recorded documents. A thorough title search may take more time than a typical residential search.

How to Request Public Records

You have several options for getting Tallapoosa County public records. In person visits work best for complex searches. Phone requests work for simple questions. Mail requests work if you know exactly what you need.

In Person: Visit the appropriate office during business hours. Bring identification. Tell the staff what records you need. They can search while you wait for most requests. Pay the fees and get your copies.

By Phone: Call the office to ask about record availability. Staff can tell you if a record exists and what it costs. They may not search extensively over the phone. For detailed searches, plan to visit or send a written request.

By Mail: Write a letter with your name, address, and phone number. Describe the records you need in detail. Include names, dates, and property addresses if you have them. Send a check for the estimated fees. The office will contact you if fees differ from your payment.

Online: Use the Ingenuity system for property records. Use AlacourtAccess for court records. Both systems charge fees for document access. Online searches save travel time but may cost more than in person visits.

Cities in Tallapoosa County

Tallapoosa County contains several cities and towns. All of them file property records at the Tallapoosa County Probate Court in Dadeville. Court cases go through the Tallapoosa County Circuit Court.

Major communities in Tallapoosa County include Dadeville, Alexander City, Jacksons Gap, Camp Hill, and New Site. Alexander City is the largest city, but most of it sits in neighboring Coosa County and Tallapoosa County. Property in Alexander City could file in either county depending on the exact location.

Smaller communities include Goldville, Hackneyville, Our Town, Reeltown, and Jackson Gap. These rural areas all use county services in Dadeville for recording and court matters.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Tallapoosa County. If you need records from a neighboring area, select the county below.