Opinions History
History of the Opinions of the Attorney General Since 1807, when Alabama was a part of the Mississippi Territory, the Attorney General has been appointed, and later elected by the people, to serve as the legal representative for the state of Alabama. One of the constitutional duties of the Attorney General is to issue opinions […]
Historical Opinions
Historical Opinions of the Attorney General Section 36-15-1(1)a of the Code of Alabama requires the Attorney General to “give his or her opinion in writing, or otherwise, on any question of law connected with the interest of the state.” Opinions of the Attorney General are, as required by law, available online. Opinions deemed of public […]
Firearms Law
Violations of Alabama’s Firearms Law Click here to file a petition with this Office alleging a violation of Alabama’s firearms laws by a political subdivision or public official. The petition must be “signed under oath and penalty of perjury and must include specific details regarding the alleged violations.” Ala. Code § 13A-11-61.3((f)(1) (2015). Upon receipt of a […]
Requesting an Opinion
Requesting an Opinion from the Attorney General The Attorney General is required by statute to give an opinion to public officials and public entities related to a question of law “necessary to the present performance of some official act” that the officer or entity must perform. ALA. CODE § 36-15-1(1)c-d (2013). The Attorney General is […]
Opinions Search
§36-15-1, Ala. Code requires the Attorney General to post on the Internet searchable, electronic copies of all written official opinions.