Search Decatur White Pages
White Pages searches for Decatur residents use public records from Morgan County. Decatur is the county seat with about 58,000 people. It sits on the Tennessee River and is called "River City." Traditional phone directories are gone now. Modern people lookups use property records, voter files, and court records. Morgan County has an online portal but it requires a login for full access.
Decatur Quick Facts
Where Decatur Records Are Kept
Morgan County manages most public records for Decatur residents. The Morgan County Probate Court is at 302 Lee Street NE on the second floor in downtown Decatur. This office keeps property deeds, marriage licenses, and estate files. These records help with White Pages type searches in Decatur.
| Office | Morgan County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 302 Lee Street NE, 2nd Floor Decatur, AL 35601 |
| Phone | (256) 351-4680 |
| Website | morgancountyprobate.com |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
The probate office is in the Morgan County Courthouse in downtown Decatur. Parking is in nearby lots and on the street. The building has security at the entrance. Bring a photo ID when you visit. Staff can help you search records or request copies.
Decatur City Hall is at 402 Lee Street NE. Call (256) 341-4500 for city services. The city has a CityView portal for some services. Municipal court is at (256) 341-4676. City records are separate from county records.
How to Search Decatur White Pages
Morgan County has an online portal for probate records but it requires a login. Some searches can be done by phone or in person. Here are the main ways to find people in Decatur.
The Morgan County probate website at morgancountyprobate.com has info about services. The county uses a custom ImagePro document system. Full access needs a login account. Call (256) 351-4680 to ask about setting up access or to request a search by phone.
The screenshot above shows the Decatur CityView portal at cityview.decatur-al.gov/Portal. This handles city permits and services. It is not for public record people searches. For those, you need the county probate office or statewide databases.
For court records, use Alacourt ACCESS. A name search costs $9.99. Document images cost $5.00 for the first 20 pages. Morgan County is in the 8th Judicial Circuit along with Madison, Marshall, and Colbert Counties.
The Alabama voter lookup at myinfo.alabamavotes.gov can confirm if someone is registered to vote in Decatur. You need their name and date of birth. This is a free service.
Third-party sites like Whitepages.com and Spokeo cover Decatur. These pull data from many sources. Basic lookups may be free. Full reports cost money. Check dates on info since data accuracy varies.
What Decatur 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 piece adds to your search.
Old White Pages listed name, address, and home phone. Those books are mostly gone. Cell phones are not in public directories. A 2004 law protects mobile numbers. For phone numbers, you may need paid services.
Decatur 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.
Decatur Records Fees
Morgan County sets fees for record services. Here are the common costs for White Pages type searches in Decatur.
Morgan 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 at (256) 351-4680 to confirm current fees. Prices can change. Ask about payment methods before you visit. Some offices take cards. Others need cash or checks.
Decatur Legal Resources
Decatur has legal aid options for residents. Some services are free based on income. Others offer reduced-fee first meetings.
Legal Services Alabama serves the Decatur 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 Morgan County attorney. The Decatur Public Library at 504 Cherry Street NE has computers for public use and staff who can help with basic research. Call (256) 353-2993 for library hours.
The Morgan County Bar Association may offer referrals. The circuit court clerk in the courthouse can help with court record requests. Call ahead for specific services and fees.
About Decatur Records History
Decatur has the oldest bank building in Alabama. The Old State Bank has stood for 190 years. The city sits on the Tennessee River and has a strong industrial base. The Alabama Jubilee hot air balloon race has been held here since 1978.
Morgan County was the site of the Scottsboro Boys retrials in 1933. This landmark civil rights case led to two Supreme Court decisions. The courthouse where those trials took place is in the same location as today's offices.
Decatur is part of the Huntsville metro area but has its own identity. The city has manufacturing plants and a diverse economy. Workers come from surrounding counties. If you cannot find someone in Decatur records, check nearby counties like Limestone, Lawrence, or Madison.
The city also extends into Limestone County in some areas. Most of Decatur is in Morgan County, but check the address carefully. If the address is in the Limestone part of Decatur, records would be in Athens, not the Decatur courthouse.
Morgan County has a mobile app for some probate services. Check the county website for download links. The app may help with basic lookups if the online portal needs a login you do not have.
Morgan County White Pages
Decatur is the county seat of Morgan County. The county probate office handles property records, marriage licenses, and estate files. For more on county searches, fees, and contact info, see the Morgan County White Pages page.