SB289 Alabama 2020 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Cam Ward

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2020

Title

Corrections Dept., inmates being released, application for nondriver identification authorized, Sec. 14-10-1 am'd.

Summary

SB289 would require the Department of Corrections to allow inmates to apply for a non-driver ID before release and to help them obtain the necessary ID documents to gain employment.

What This Bill Does

The bill amends the law to require the Department of Corrections to permit an inmate to apply for a non-driver identification card prior to release. It directs the DOC, with the Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency, to provide minimum identification documents (including a Social Security card and birth certificate) needed to obtain employment and to assist inmates in obtaining the non-driver ID. It preserves existing clothing and transportation provisions and ties ID assistance to preparing inmates for reentry.

Who It Affects

• Inmates nearing release, who would be allowed and assisted to apply for a non-driver ID and to obtain required ID documents for employment.
• The Department of Corrections and the Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency, which must implement the ID application and assistance process.

Key Provisions

• Amends Section 14-10-1 to require pre-release application for a non-driver ID for inmates.
• DOC must provide minimum identification documentation (Social Security card and birth certificate) necessary to obtain employment, and assist in obtaining a non-driver ID card in conjunction with ALEA.
• Effective date: the act becomes law on the first day of the third month after passage.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 23, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency