Look Up People in Houston County

Houston County public records databases let you search for people by name through property ownership, jail roster, GIS mapping, and court case lookups. With over 109,000 residents, Houston County serves Dothan and surrounding communities in southeast Alabama. The Revenue Commission maintains property records searchable by owner name. The Sheriff's Office provides an inmate search system updated daily. GIS maps show property boundaries and owner information. Houston County also connects to statewide Alabama databases for voter registration, professional licenses, and Department of Corrections records to help you find people.

Find People by Property Ownership

The Houston County property search portal lets you find property owners by name throughout the county. Enter a last name or business name to see all parcels owned. The system shows owner mailing addresses, property locations, assessed values, and tax status. This database covers all properties in Houston County from Dothan to rural areas. The Revenue Commission maintains these records. Searches are free and available around the clock.

You can also search Houston County properties by address or parcel ID. The property records show when the owner bought the land and the current tax payment status. If someone owns multiple properties, they all appear in search results. Many Houston County residents own homes in Dothan or the surrounding towns. The database helps you verify ownership, research values, or find neighbors throughout Houston County.

The property search works well for finding both residential and commercial owners in Houston County. Business property owners often list company names on tax records. The database shows mailing addresses even for out-of-state owners. This is useful for tracking down people connected to Houston County through real estate holdings. All property database access is free to the public in Houston County.

Search for People Using GIS Maps

The Houston County GIS map system provides interactive property mapping with owner information. Click on any parcel to see the owner's name, address, and property details. The map view shows property boundaries throughout Houston County. This is useful for finding who owns land adjacent to a specific address. The GIS system covers all areas in the county.

The GIS map helps you locate vacant land, agricultural properties, and residential parcels in Houston County. You can zoom in to see individual properties or zoom out to view entire neighborhoods. The system links to property tax records and assessment data for each parcel. Owner names appear on the map when you click a property in Houston County.

Business properties and commercial lots also appear in the GIS system. Search for businesses by viewing properties in commercial zones. The owner information helps you track down business owners and property investors in Houston County. All GIS mapping access is free and available 24 hours a day to the public.

Look Up People in Jail Records

The Houston County inmate search allows you to look up current inmates by name. Enter the person's first and last name. The system shows booking details, charges, bond amounts, and mugshots. The database updates as people are booked into or released from Houston County Jail. This roster includes both pretrial detainees and sentenced inmates in Houston County.

The Houston County Jail is located in Dothan. For inmate information, call the Sheriff's Office at 334-677-4882. The jail serves the entire county including Dothan and all surrounding communities. If you need older arrest records not shown online, contact the Sheriff's Records Division. Houston County processes thousands of bookings each year through the detention facility.

For inmates in Alabama state prisons from Houston County, search the Department of Corrections database. Many people convicted of felonies in Houston County serve time in state custody. The DOC system is free and shows inmate location, sentence details, and projected release dates. This supplements the county jail search for long-term inmates from Houston County.

Find People in Court Records

Court records are public in Houston County and searchable through Alacourt ACCESS. This statewide system covers all Alabama courts including Houston County. Search by party name to find criminal, civil, domestic, and traffic cases. The Circuit Clerk office in Dothan maintains court files. Alacourt charges $9.99 per name search, which includes one case detail view. Additional case views cost $9.99 each.

Houston County courts include Circuit Court for felonies and major civil cases, and District Court for misdemeanors, traffic, and small claims. All case types appear when you search by name. Results show case numbers, filing dates, charges or claims, parties, and case status. This helps with background checks on Houston County residents.

For appeals from Houston County, check the Alabama Appellate Courts Public Portal. This free system has all appellate cases including documents and opinions. The AlaFile system shows recent electronic filings in Houston County courts. Public access is available for tracking case activity online.

Search People Through Probate Records

The Houston County Probate Court in Dothan maintains land records, marriage licenses, and estate files. Call 334-671-8764 for questions about probate records. The Probate Court handles deeds, mortgages, and other land documents searchable by name. You can search by grantor or grantee to find property transfers in Houston County.

When someone dies in Houston County with property or assets, their estate goes through probate. The probate file lists heirs, beneficiaries, assets, and debts. These records are public and searchable by the deceased person's name. Estate files help you locate family members or verify claims in Houston County. The Probate Court also handles guardianships and conservatorships.

Marriage records are recorded with the Probate Judge's office and searchable by bride or groom name. The records show when and where marriages took place in Houston County. Name change petitions are also filed with Probate Court. Many records require an in-person visit to the courthouse in Dothan. For certified copies of probate documents, fees apply at the courthouse in Houston County.

Find People in Statewide Databases

Houston County residents appear in many statewide databases. The Alabama VoterView system lets you verify voter registration by name and date of birth. This shows if someone is registered in Houston County. Results include voting district and polling location. VoterView is free and requires no account.

The Secretary of State business search shows business owners and registered agents. Many businesses operate in Houston County, especially in Dothan. Enter a business name or owner name to find corporate filings. The database is free and covers all Alabama entities.

Professional license databases help verify credentials. The Board of Medical Examiners has physician searches. The State Bar has attorney lookups. The Board of Nursing has nurse verification. These show practice locations for licensed professionals in Houston County.

Houston County Contact Information

The Houston County Courthouse is in Dothan, the county seat. The Probate Court, Circuit Clerk, and other county offices are located at the courthouse. The Sheriff's Office serves the entire county. For general county information, visit the website at houstoncountyal.gov or call 334-671-8700.

The Probate Court phone is 334-671-8764 for questions about estates and land records. The Sheriff's Office non-emergency line is 334-677-4882 for questions about inmates or arrests. Houston County offices are open Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. Online databases are available 24/7 for property searches and inmate lookups.

For public records not available online, Houston County accepts written requests by mail or in person. Some records require copy fees based on page count. Contact the appropriate office based on the type of record you need. Each department maintains its own files and search systems in Houston County.

Additional People Search Resources

The Alabama sex offender registry shows registered offenders in Houston County. Search by name or address. The map displays where offenders live throughout the county. This free public safety database includes photos and offense details for Houston County.

The Alabama campaign finance database shows political donors and candidates from Houston County. Search by contributor name or candidate name. The system shows addresses and donation amounts for campaign activity in Houston County. All data is public under Alabama law.

For unclaimed property, use the Alabama Treasury unclaimed property search. Many Houston County residents have forgotten accounts or payouts. Search by name to find unclaimed funds. The database is free and claims can be filed online for Houston County residents.

Cities in Houston County

Houston County has 12 incorporated municipalities. All residents can access county property records, court records, and jail databases. Dothan has additional city-level databases for municipal court and services.

Other cities in Houston County include Ashford, Avon, Columbia, Cottonwood, Cowarts, Gordon, Kinsey, Madrid, Rehobeth, Taylor, and Webb. All use county databases for property and court searches.

Nearby Alabama Counties

These counties border Houston County. Each maintains its own property, court, and jail search systems. Check neighboring counties if searching for someone who may have moved or owns property across county lines.