SB344 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Roger Bedford, Jr.
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2011
Title: Marion Co., court costs, Legislature authorized to provide by general or local law, prior local laws ratified, const. amend.
Summary: SB344 would amend the Alabama Constitution to let the Legislature fix, regulate, and alter court costs in Marion County and control how those funds are distributed.
What This Bill Does
It would authorize the Legislature to set, regulate, and change the costs and charges of Marion County courts. It would also let the Legislature determine how the funds collected from those costs are distributed. This changes who has authority over Marion County court funding to the Legislature.

Who It Affects
Marion County residents and people who use Marion County courts, who may pay different court costs and fees.
The Alabama Legislature and Marion County government officials, who would gain the authority to set and distribute Marion County court costs.

Key Provisions
Authorizes the Legislature, by general or local law, to fix, regulate, and alter the costs and charges of courts in Marion County.
Authorizes the Legislature to provide for the distribution of those costs.
Requires an election to approve the proposed constitutional amendment.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Marion County