Which type of book is used to maintain a list of all judgments rendered?

The judgment lien docket is specifically designed for the purpose of recording judgments rendered by courts against individuals or entities. It systematically organizes information about the judgments, including the names of the parties involved, the amount of the judgment, and any relevant dates. This organization allows for easy reference to existing judgments, which is essential for title searches and due diligence in real estate transactions.

In Alabama, as in many other jurisdictions, maintaining an accurate and updated judgment lien docket is crucial for establishing the legal standing of property ownership and for identifying any liens that may affect the title to real estate. This type of record helps protect both lienholders and potential buyers from future disputes regarding property ownership or claims against a property.

Other record types do not serve this specific purpose; plat books are used for land surveys, deed books record property transfers, and tract record books track ownership of parcels over time, but none of these encompasses the detailed tracking of judgments in the same way as the judgment lien docket.