Montevallo: Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions


1.	What is the court schedule?
2.	What can I do if I need more time to pay my fine?
3.	What will happen if I do not show up for my court date?
4.	Can I talk to the judge or prosecutor?
5.	What do I do if I have an outstanding warrant against me?
6.	How do I obtain a warrant?
7.	Can I drop a warrant?
8.	What are the hours of operation for City Hall?


Q.	What is the court schedule?
A.	Court is held the first three Wednesdays of each month beginning at 3:00 p.m. at City Hall, 545 Main Street, Montevallo, AL.
Q.	What can I do if I need more time to pay my fine?
A.	If you need additional time to pay your fine, you must appear in court and the judge will determine if an extension is granted.
Q.	What will happen if I do not show up for my court date?
A.	A warrant will be issued for your arrest and, in some cases; your drivers license will be suspended.
Q.	Can I talk to the judge or prosecutor?
A.	The judge will only talk to you about a court matter in court.
Q.	What do I do if I have an outstanding warrant against me?
A.	You must turn yourself in to the Montevallo Police Department. You will be able to post bond (except in Violation of Probation cases) as soon as the Police Department concludes the booking process. Bond may be posted in cash or through a Professional Bonding Company.
Q.	How do I obtain a warrant?
A.	After you have filed a police report, contact the Court Clerk's Office to make an appointment. After conducting a hearing, a Magistrate will determine if there is probable cause to issue an arrest warrant. Filing a police report does not insure that a warrant will be issued.
Q.	Can I drop a warrant?
A.	Once a warrant has been issued, all parties involved must appear in court.
Q.	What are the hours of operation for City Hall?
A.	City Hall is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. City Hall is located at 545 Main Street directly in front of the Police Department. The telephone number is (205) 665-2555.