General Information
The Jefferson County Revenue Department administers and enforces several federal, state, county and municipal statutes, ordinances and regulations. This responsibility includes collecting and distributing motor vehicle taxes, motor vehicle registration fees, hunting/fishing license fees, privilege (business) licenses, sales and special revenue sales taxes, to name a few, on behalf of the State of Alabama, Jefferson County Commission; and, Jefferson County municipalities, school districts and governmental agencies.
Mission: To be a model local government that anticipates and meets evolving needs of a diverse community with energy, character, dedication and accountability.
Vision: Providing exceptional everyday service through character and competence.
Online Tax Filing System
Additionally, Jefferson County Sales & Use Tax Section can be contacted by phone at (205) 325-5195 or by email using Contact_Revenue_License_&_Tax@jccal.org.
MANDATORY LIABILITY INSURANCE NOTICE
Effective January 1, 2013 Act 2011-688 (Mandatory Liability Insurance Act) requires all motor vehicle owners to provide evidence of insurance before a registration can be provided. Walk-In customers should be prepared to provide proof of insurance and valid State driver’s license/identification for each owner and co-owner.
When renewing by mail, include a LEGIBLE copy of your driver’s license and that of the co-owner, if any, and copies of the insurance card for each vehicle.
Most vehicle registrations may be renewed by internet at https://tagit.jccal.org.
For more information on mandatory liability insurance visit: www.mli.mvtrip.alabama.gov. or watch Online Insurance Verification System (OIVS) videos.
More Information
- Business License
- Driver’s License: Effective November 1, 2005, the Department of Public Safety is responsible for the original (first time) issuance of a Driver License and Non-Driver Identification
- Car/Truck Tags
- Personalized Tags
- Car/Truck Titles
- Manufactured Home Permit
- Fishing, Hunting, Boat License & Permit Information
Notices
Answers to questions not found on this web site may possibly be found at the State of Alabama Department of Revenue site.