The United States District Court for the Middle District of Alabama is one of three federal district courts in the state of Alabama. The other two are the United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Alabama.
Key Facts
- Northern District of Alabama:
- Comprises seven divisions, including Northwestern, Northeastern, Southern, Eastern, Western, Middle, and Jasper divisions.
- Court locations include Florence, Huntsville, Decatur, Birmingham, Anniston, Tuscaloosa, Gadsden, and Jasper.
- Middle District of Alabama:
- Comprises three divisions, including Northern, Southern, and Eastern divisions.
- Court locations include Montgomery, Dothan, and Opelika.
- Southern District of Alabama:
- Comprises two divisions, including Northern and Southern divisions.
- Court locations include Selma and Mobile.
Northern District of Alabama
The Northern District of Alabama comprises seven divisions:
- Northwestern Division (Florence)
- Northeastern Division (Huntsville and Decatur)
- Southern Division (Birmingham)
- Eastern Division (Anniston)
- Western Division (Tuscaloosa)
- Middle Division (Gadsden)
- Jasper Division (Jasper)
Middle District of Alabama
The Middle District of Alabama comprises three divisions:
- Northern Division (Montgomery)
- Southern Division (Dothan)
- Eastern Division (Opelika)
Southern District of Alabama
The Southern District of Alabama comprises two divisions:
- Northern Division (Selma)
- Southern Division (Mobile)
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FAQs
How many federal district courts are there in Alabama?
As of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, there are three federal district courts in Alabama.
What are the names of the federal district courts in Alabama?
The three federal district courts in Alabama are the Northern District of Alabama, the Middle District of Alabama, and the Southern District of Alabama.
Which cities are served by the Northern District of Alabama?
The Northern District of Alabama serves the following cities: Birmingham, Decatur, Florence, Gadsden, Huntsville, and Tuscaloosa.
Which cities are served by the Middle District of Alabama?
The Middle District of Alabama serves the following cities: Montgomery, Opelika, Dothan, Phenix City, and Selma.
Which cities are served by the Southern District of Alabama?
The Southern District of Alabama serves the following cities: Mobile and Brewton.
What types of cases do federal district courts handle?
Federal district courts handle various types of cases, including federal criminal cases, civil cases involving federal law or disputes between parties from different states, and cases involving constitutional issues.
How many judges serve in each federal district court in Alabama?
The number of judges serving in each federal district court in Alabama may vary. However, as of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, the Northern District of Alabama had six judges, the Middle District of Alabama had five judges, and the Southern District of Alabama had three judges.
How can I find more information about the federal district courts in Alabama?
To find more information about the federal district courts in Alabama, you can visit the official websites of each district court or consult legal resources such as legal databases, law libraries, or legal professionals.