Municipal elections are held every four years on the fourth Tuesday in August. Runoff elections, if needed, are held on the sixth Tuesday after the general election. For more information regarding these elections see the Code of Alabama, 1975, Section 11-43-2 or contact the Daphne City Clerk’s Office at 251-620-1100.

Candidates may begin qualifying once notice of election is published. Qualification period for the 2025 Municipal Election is June 10, 2025 through June 24, 2025.  For more information regarding qualifications, see the Code of Alabama, 1975, Section 11-46-22(a) and 11-46-25(g) or contact the Daphne City Clerk’s Office at 251-620-1100. The qualifying period for candidates runs for 15 days.

All candidates will qualify with the City Clerk.  She is located at Daphne City Hall, 1705 Main Street, Daphne.  Office hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm during the June 10-24, 2025 Qualifying period.  Contact the Office of the City Clerk in Daphne City Hall, by email, or by calling 251-620-1100.

The Qualification Fee is $25 to run for Daphne City Council and $50 to run for Mayor of Daphne.

In the State of Alabama, municipal elections are held every four years on the fourth Tuesday in August. If a runoff is declared it is held on the fourth Tuesday after the general election.

The voting district is based on the physical address where you live, not a mailing address or where you work.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7: Daphne Civic Center, 2603 US Highway 98, Daphne

ALL DAPHNE CITIZENS WILL BE VOTING AT THE DAPHNE CIVIC CENTER FOR THE 2025 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS. 

View the most recent interactive map here or call the City Clerk’s office at 251-620-1100 for information.

Absentee applications may be picked up at the Daphne City Hall City Clerk’s Office or follow the link below.

Absentee Application

Absentee Application

Persons 18 years of age or older are eligible to vote if they are a registered, are a qualified voter of the State of Alabama who has resided within the corporate limits of the municipality for 30 days or more immediately preceding the date of the election, and are qualified to vote in the County precinct which embraces and covers that part of the municipality in which the elector resides.

Voter Registration applications are available at the Board of Registrar’s office in Bay Minette or the Satellite Courthouse in Fairhope.

The deadline for registering to vote is Monday, August 11, 2025.

IN order to apply for a tree removal permit, you will need to call Daphne Public Works at 251-621-3182 and request a permit application. Someone will call back within two (2) days to schedule an evaluation.

Daphne residents 55 and older can participate in all Senior fitness activities and classes. Seniors ages 60 and older can sign up for the nutrition program, which consists of meals served daily Monday through Friday. Call the Senior Center for more information at 251-621-3703.

You may request copies of police reports by calling, writing, or visiting our Records Division. You may mail written requests to Daphne Police Records, 1502 US Hwy 98, Daphne, AL 36526. Please allow three (3) days from the time of the incident for processing. You may also call 251-621-2809 for more information. For your convenience, our crash reports are available online at: www.policereports.lexisnexis.com/search/.

If you need information about a ticket or traffic citation, you may contact the Municipal Court of the City of Daphne rather than calling Daphne Police Department. Once the ticket is issued, it becomes part of the court process and is handled by the Clerk of the Court. You may reach them by dialing 251-620-0500.

In the United States, there are literally millions of traffic crashes every year, on average more than 30,000 involve fatalities. Studies show there is a direct correlation between the number of crashes and the level of enforcement in a particular area. By enforcing traffic statutes, we hope to reduce the number of crashes in our city.

Traffic stops are one of the most dangerous functions performed by law enforcement. Each year dozens of officers are killed by both gunfire and being struck by other vehicles. Should you find yourself being “pulled over” please follow these safety tips in order to ensure both your safety and that of the officer.

• Look for a suitable and safe place to pull off the roadway. Slow down and use your turn signals to show your intentions.
• Do not exit your vehicle unless the officer directs otherwise.
• Wait for the officer to approach and ask for your driver’s license while keeping your hands on the steering wheel. If the stop occurs at night, please turn on your interior lights so the officer can better see inside the vehicle.
• If there is firearm in the vehicle, please tell the officer where it is, without reaching for it, and be prepared to provide your concealed carry permit if asked.
• Be aware that the officer has the legal authority to identify all occupants in the vehicle, as well as the authority to have you or any occupant to exit the vehicle if he/her believes it is necessary for their safety.  

If you receive a citation, and believe you did not commit the alleged offense, you have the right to hearing before a judge. If you feel the officer was discourteous, you may contact the on shift supervisor by calling the Daphne Police Communications Center at 251-620-0911.

Officers cannot issue traffic tickets for a violation they did not personally witness. By the time you call us, the vehicle will probably be gone; however, if the speeding vehicle continually returns, call our Communications Center at 251-620-0911 and a police unit will be dispatched as priorities warrant. If the speeding problem persists, you may contact the Patrol Lieutenant at 251-620-0300 and he will determine the best way to remedy the situation.

Residents also have the option of appearing before the Public Safety Committee to request traffic calming devices. The committee meets monthly at the Joseph H. Hall Justice Center. You may email or contact the Public Safety Committee Recording Secretary, Samantha Cooper, at 251-620-0110 for more information.

The city noise ordinance prohibits excessive noise levels between 10pm and 7am and places restrictions on loud music from vehicles. You may contact the Daphne Police Communications Center at 251-620-0911 to request assistance.

Copies of ordinances may be obtained from the City Clerk's Office at Daphne City Hall. Call 251-621-9000 for more information.

The Daphne Police Department demands the highest degree of courtesy and professionalism of its police officers and complaints of misconduct are fully investigated. If you have a complaint, you may call the patrol sergeant on duty at 251-620-0911.

City ordinance prohibits the parking of vehicles for sale in public parking lots or public right-of-ways. In addition, no more than one vehicle for sale may be parked on private property.

Most situations involving tenant/landlords, child custody, or consumer/contractors are considered civil matters, over which the police have no jurisdiction. Police officers are not allowed, nor are they qualified, to dispense legal advice. If you are in doubt about your particular situation, call 251-620-0911 and speak with the Patrol Division supervisor on duty or contact the Detective Lieutenant at 251-620-0150. Always call us if you feel your civil matter may deteriorate into a situation requiring police attention.

Tickets can be paid to the Daphne Municipal Court online through Govt Portal or over the phone by calling 251-262-6200. (Note: the service fee is 4.5% of the total owed.)

First, you need to contact the Daphne Police Department. They will issue a police report if a crime has been committed. You then will be referred to our office to make an appointment. You will be placed under oath by a magistrate and provide a written deposition. The magistrate will determine whether there is probable cause to charge the subject.

It is very important you appear at the Daphne Municipal Court on your assigned court date. If you have a medical emergency, you can fax or email a doctor's excuse to the court.

CRO stands for Court Referral Office. The referral officers administer drug tests and teach defensive driving school. They are responsible for all drug and alcohol classes. The Baldwin County Court Referral Office can be reached at 251-580-1666.

Warrants are not public information and the magistrates office cannot assist you with this matter. You can appear in person with a photo ID and request to speak to the warrant officer at the Daphne Police Department for further information.

Please send an email with your full name, information on file, and new information to court@daphneal.com .

The court is a formal setting so please dress appropriately and professionally. You should not wear clothes with holes in them, tank tops, halter tops, or revealing clothing. Do not wear any clothing with obscene words or graphics. Please tuck in your shirt and remove any sunglasses or hats.

Someone will assist you in checking in at our kiosk. When you enter the Civic Center/Courthouse, you will walk through a metal detector.  You will need to empty your pockets and any bags are subject to search. You WILL NOT be allowed to bring your cellphone into the courtroom. 

Yes, your court date is set for both arraignment and trial. If you feel more time is needed to prepare or you would like time to hire an attorney, you may request a one-time continuance from the Judge.

You have 14 days from the date of conviction to appeal your case to Baldwin County Circuit Court. You can inform the Judge of your intent to appeal, and you will be provided with the appropriate paperwork. You will be required to post an appeal bond. Once you appeal, your case is sent to Circuit Court where you will be given a new trial.

If you have not had a citation within the last five (5) years, you can request to attend traffic school. This request must be made to the Judge on your court date. Upon completion of the course and payment of court cost(s), your case will be dismissed.

The court accepts the following forms of payment:

• Cash
• Credit Card: a 4.5% service fee applies (we do not accept American Express)
• Money Order or Certified Check (Note: we cannot give change from a money order - please make sure the amount is exact)

The Judge may issue an alias warrant for failing to appear.

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is notified upon conviction and points may be assessed to your license. Only your insurance provider can tell you if any changes to your policy will take place.

Court ends when the last case has been called. Times will vary.

The doors may be closed, and you will not be allowed to enter. 

• No cell phones are allowed in the courtroom
• No food, drinks, or chewing gum
• No hats or sunglasses
• Be quiet while court is in session

The amount of court costs is set by the state, not by the City of Daphne. Cost is assessed in each case unless you are found not guilty. 

Please note: these amounts do not include any additional fines, warrant or failure to appear fees. An additional bail bond fee is assessed to all cases where a signature, cash, or corporate bond was posted.