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1. Can the Legal Department's attorneys represent me?

No. The City Attorney is hired to work exclusively as in-house counsel to the City of Madison as a body corporate. Her job is to protect the interests of the corporation by providing legal services and advice to the corporation's officials and employees.

The City Prosecutor is hired to represent the City in all criminal matters arising out of City Code violations and misdemeanors which occur within the corporate limits of Madison. She does not provide prosecution services related to felonies which are committed in Madison--those are handled by the District Attorney of the county in which they occur.

2. I am a victim in a case in Municipal Court and I need to talk to the prosecutor. Where do I call?

Our City Prosecutor, Becky Grimes, can be reached by calling the Legal Department at (256) 772-5681. In the event she is in court and unavailable to speak with you, please be prepared to provide your contact information and any information you have about your case (defendant's name, case number, date of event, trial date, etc.) to the Administrative Assistant. She will then forward your message and information to the City Prosecutor.

3. Whom do I contact to file a claim against the City?

The City Clerk Department. Pursuant to Ala. Code § 11-47-23, all claims against the City of Madison, except for claims for damages, must be filed with the City Clerk-Treasurer within two (2) years from the accrual of the claim. Claims for damages growing out of torts must be filed with the City Clerk-Treasurer within six (6) months from accrual of the claim or the claim will be barred.

If you need to discuss or obtain clarification of how these statutory requirements apply to your particular situation, you should consult with a private attorney. City Clerk Department.