What is the Appeal Process in Hoover?

A defendant found guilty in municipal court may appeal the decision. The judge will advise a convicted person of the right to appeal and that written notice must be filed with the municipal court within 14 days of the conviction date. A mere oral statement of a desire to appeal is insufficient; the notice must be in writing and an appeal bond must be filed within the 14 day period.
 
 The judge will set the appeal bond amount, which by law cannot exceed two times the total fines and costs or the $1,000 if no fine and court costs are assessed. Once a case is appealed, the case is then transferred to circuit court for the county in which the offense occurred and the entire case is heard anew (de novo).
 
 As Hoover rests in more than one county, the specific circuit court will vary.

 

Alabama law requires that all trials in municipal court be handled by a judge, not a jury. However, if you are found guilty and wish to appeal the decision you may request a jury trial in circuit court.

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1. What to expect in Court?
2. Can Hoover Court assist with Legal Advice?
3. Can I pay by mail?
4. Can I pay my Fines and Costs before Court?
5. What if I want to plead Not Guilty?
6. What form of payment are accepted?
7. What if I need to Continue my court date?
8. My court date was changed without my permission? Why?
9. What happens if I miss my Court Date? (Warrant Issued)
10. Is there a Warrant Recall option?
11. What if there is an Outstanding Warrant that is Non-Recallable?
12. Will the Court suspend my Driver's License?
13. What if I cannot afford an Attorney?
14. Can a case be Dismissed?
15. Is Defensive Driving School an option?
16. Can I print a Request for Public Records Form?
17. I have a Bonding Question.
18. How do I get a record expunged?
19. Is Youthful Offender status an option?
20. What is the Appeal Process in Hoover?
21. What happens if there is a Municipal Ordinance Violation?
22. My vehicle was towed. How do I get it back?
23. Can I obtain a Restraining Order from Municipal Court?