SB347 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Randy PriceSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2021

Title

Randolph Co., sheriff, qualifications, continuing education required

Summary

The bill sets new, Randolph County–specific qualifications for sheriff candidates and requires ongoing executive-level education for the sheriff.

What This Bill Does

It adds eligibility rules for anyone running for sheriff or appointed in Randolph County, including US citizenship, one year of county residency, at least one year of registered voter status in the county, a high school diploma or GED, age 25 or older, at least three years of full-time law enforcement with arrest power certified by POST, no felony convictions, and a rule about current or recertified status if they've been retired. It also requires the elected sheriff to complete at least 20 hours per year of executive-level continuing education approved by the Alabama Sheriffs' Association, the National Sheriffs' Association, or other recognized programs. The act applies only in Randolph County and becomes law after governor approval.

Who It Affects

• People seeking election or appointment as Randolph County sheriff, who must meet the new qualifications outlined in the bill.
• The Randolph County Sheriff, who must complete at least 20 hours of executive-level continuing education each year after election.

Key Provisions

• Specific provision 1: This act applies only in Randolph County.
• Specific provision 2: Sets minimum qualifications for sheriff candidates/appointment (citizenship, county residency, elector status and county registration for at least one year, high school diploma or GED, age 25+, three years of full-time law enforcement with arrest power certified by POST, no felony convictions, and recertification or current status requirements if previously retired).
• Specific provision 3: Requires the sheriff to complete at least 20 hours of annual executive-level continuing education approved by ASA, NSA, or other recognized programs.
• Specific provision 4: Takes effect immediately after the Governor signs the act.

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

Subjects

Randolph County