Lamar County - 24th Judicial Circuit Court

Lamar County - 24th Judicial Circuit Court cases in Lamar County, Vernon, AL

Lamar County Circuit Court in Vernon, Alabama, is the county's circuit (trial) court of general jurisdiction. It hears felony criminal prosecutions; civil actions that exceed the district court's monetary limit and cases seeking equitable relief; and domestic relations matters such as divorce, child custody, and support. The court also conducts jury trials and handles appeals for trial de novo from the District and Municipal Courts, including misdemeanors, traffic offenses, and small-claims judgments, as well as certain appeals from the Probate Court. It serves as the primary forum for major criminal and civil litigation in Lamar County within Alabama's unified judicial system.

Lamar County - 24th Judicial Circuit Court Contact and Location Information

Services and Case Types Handled in Lamar County - 24th Judicial Circuit Court

Lamar County Circuit Court serves the public by handling higher-level criminal and civil matters and providing essential court services.

- Case types: felony criminal prosecutions; major civil lawsuits; domestic relations (divorce, custody, support); contempt/injunctions; appeals from lower courts where authorized.
- Filings and records: accepts new case filings, motions, and pleadings; maintains dockets; provides access to case records and certified copies.
- Protective orders: processes and issues protective/restraining orders and related emergency relief.
- Jury services: manages juror summons, qualification, excusals/deferrals, orientation, and scheduling.
- Court hearings: schedules and conducts arraignments, motion hearings, pretrial conferences, jury and bench trials, sentencings, and post-judgment proceedings.
- Payments and compliance: collects fines, fees, and restitution; tracks compliance with court orders.
- Public access: posts calendars, offers forms and procedural guidance, and coordinates interpreters and ADA accommodations.