Auburn White Pages Lookup
White Pages searches for Auburn residents start with public records from Lee County. Auburn is in Lee County with about 84,000 people. Auburn University adds a large student population that comes and goes. Traditional phone directories are gone now. Modern people lookups use property records, voter files, and court records. Lee County has satellite offices in Auburn for easier access.
Auburn Quick Facts
Where Auburn Records Are Kept
Lee County manages most public records for Auburn residents. The main Lee County Probate Court is in Opelika, the county seat. Auburn has a satellite office for some county services. This makes it easier for Auburn residents to get records without driving to Opelika.
| Main Office | Lee County Probate Court 215 South 9th Street Opelika, AL 36801 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (334) 737-3670 |
| Toll Free | 855-212-8024 |
| Auburn Satellite | Available for some services |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
The Opelika courthouse is about 10 miles from Auburn. It is an easy drive on Highway 29 or I-85. Parking is in nearby lots and on the street. Security screens visitors at the entrance. Bring a photo ID when you visit.
Auburn City Hall is at 144 Tichenor Avenue in downtown Auburn. Call (334) 501-7260 for city records. Email webocm@auburnal.gov for general questions. City records are separate from county records. For property and marriage records, you need the county probate office.
How to Search Auburn White Pages
Lee County has online access for some record types. The county probate office can help with searches in person. Here are the main ways to find people in Auburn.
The Lee County Probate Court handles property deeds, marriage licenses, and estate files. Call (334) 737-3670 or the toll-free number 855-212-8024 to ask about specific records. They can search by name and tell you what documents are on file. Copies may be available by mail or in person.
The screenshot above shows the Alabama voter lookup. You can check if someone is registered to vote in Auburn at myinfo.alabamavotes.gov. You need their name and date of birth. Students often register in their home county, not Lee County. This can make voter searches tricky for college-age people.
For court records, use Alacourt ACCESS. A name search costs $9.99. Document images cost $5.00 for the first 20 pages. Lee County is in the 37th Judicial Circuit along with Russell, Tallapoosa, and Chambers Counties.
Third-party sites like Whitepages.com and Spokeo cover Auburn. These pull data from many sources. Data for students and young adults may be less accurate since they move often. Check dates on any info you find.
What Auburn Records Contain
Different records have different info. Property records show owner names and addresses. Marriage licenses show spouse names and dates. Court records show case parties. Each adds to your search picture.
Old White Pages listed name, address, and home phone. Those books are rare now. Cell phones are not in public directories. A 2004 law protects mobile numbers. For phone numbers, you may need paid services or direct contact.
Auburn public records include:
- Property owner names and addresses
- Marriage license applicants
- Estate and probate records
- Voter registration status
- Court case parties
- Business entity filings
Some records have limits. Birth certificates are sealed for 125 years. Death records wait 25 years. Juvenile cases are not public. Under Code of Alabama Section 36-12-40, most government records are open to Alabama residents with some exceptions.
Auburn Records Fees
Lee County sets the fees for record services. Here are the common costs for White Pages type searches in Auburn.
Lee County Probate fees:
- First page recording: $13.00
- Each extra page: $3.00
- Copies: $1.00 per page
- Certification: $5.00
State level fees:
- Alacourt name search: $9.99
- Document images: $5.00 for first 20 pages
- ALEA background check: $25.00
- Vital records certificate: $15.00 first copy
Call the probate office to confirm current fees. Prices can change. Ask about payment methods. Some offices take cards. Others need cash or checks.
Auburn Legal Resources
Auburn has legal aid options for residents. Some services are free based on income. Others offer reduced-fee first meetings.
Legal Services Alabama serves the Lee County area. Call the statewide line at (866) 456-4995 or visit legalservicesalabama.org. They help low-income residents with civil legal matters. Spanish speakers can call (888) 835-3505.
The Alabama State Bar lawyer referral line at 1-800-392-5660 can connect you with a Lee County attorney. The Auburn Public Library at 749 East Thach Avenue has computers for research and staff who can help with basic questions. Call (334) 501-3190 for library hours.
Auburn University has a legal clinic that sometimes helps community members. Contact the university for current offerings. The Lee County Bar Association may also offer referrals to local attorneys who handle record-related matters.
About Auburn Records History
Auburn is called the "Loveliest Village on the Plains." The town is dominated by Auburn University. The university has about 30,000 students. This means the population swings with the school year. Summer searches may miss students who go home.
Auburn University has a $6.34 billion annual economic impact on the state. It creates over 30,000 jobs and drives $900 million in tourism spending. Many Auburn residents work for the university or businesses that serve it. If you are looking for a university employee, the school directory may help.
The Auburn-Opelika metro is one of the fastest-growing in Alabama. New residents arrive often. Someone who moved here recently may have limited local records. Check the year they arrived. Out-of-state records may have more history.
Lee County also includes Opelika, Phenix City is nearby in Russell County. If you cannot find someone in Auburn records, check if they may live in a nearby city. Metro boundaries blur as the area grows. Smiths Station has a Lee County satellite office as well.
Lee County White Pages
Auburn is in Lee County. The county seat is Opelika. The county probate office handles property records, marriage licenses, and estate files. For more on county searches, fees, and contact info, see the Lee County White Pages page.