Marriage records in Morgan County, Alabama, are available through several channels. MorganCourt.us allows you to quickly start searching for publicly available marriage record information. Additionally, records are maintained by the Morgan County Probate Court, which is where you should go for certified copies. Requests can be made in person at the courthouse, by mail, or through the Alabama Department of Public Health's online portal.
Morgan Marriage Records Search
According to Alabama law, marriage licenses are issued and recorded by the Probate Court of the respective county. In Morgan County, this function is performed by the Morgan County Probate Judge, whose office is located in the Morgan County Courthouse. The collection of records includes marriage licenses, marriage certificates, and historical records, some of which are stored in the Morgan County Archives — the oldest documents originate from the Probate Court records.
For genealogical research, the county archive provides access to early records under the Alabama Open Records policy.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Morgan
Certified copies of marriage records can be obtained at the county level (through the Probate Court) or at the state level (through the Alabama Department of Public Health — Center for Health Statistics). Below are the fees set at the state level according to the current ADPH schedule:
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Record search and first certified copy (ADPH) | $15.00 |
| Each additional copy (in one order, ADPH) | $6.00 |
| Certified copy through Probate Court | Check with the office |
If the record is not found, ADPH issues a "Certificate of Failure to Find," and the search fee is non-refundable. The processing time for a mail request through ADPH usually takes several weeks. An in-person request at the Probate Court generally yields results much faster — often the same day.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Morgan
There are three main ways to order a marriage certificate.
Online
The Alabama Department of Public Health offers online ordering of certified copies through its Vital Records portal. You will need the full names of the spouses, the approximate date of marriage, and the county where the license was issued. Payment is made by credit card; a service provider fee may be added to the cost of the copy.
In Person
Visit the Morgan County Probate Court directly at:
Bring a valid photo ID. The record is often issued immediately if it is in the county's database.
By Mail
To order by mail, send to the Probate Court or ADPH:
- A written request specifying the full names of the spouses, the date, and place of marriage registration.
- A copy of the applicant's ID.
- A check or money order for the appropriate amount.
- A self-addressed stamped envelope (for mail response).
ADPH mailing address for marriage record requests:
For further details or to check the availability of a specific record, you can also call the Morgan County Circuit Court or visit MorganCourt.us for a preliminary search of available public information.