The bill amends the Alabama probate code, specifically Act 2022-427, to clarify the jurisdiction of will contest proceedings that have been transferred from probate court to circuit court. Key changes include the insertion of provisions that establish jurisdiction for will contests and the administration of decedent estates that commenced on or after January 1, 2023, as well as for any probate proceedings that were pending in circuit or appeals court as of April 14, 2022. The bill also specifies that certain sections of the law will not deprive circuit courts of jurisdiction over these probate proceedings.

Additionally, the bill introduces retroactive effects to the changes, making them applicable to cases as of April 14, 2022. It also modifies the language regarding the contesting of wills, allowing for contests to be filed in circuit court if the proceedings have been removed from probate court. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 43-8-213, 43-8-215
Enrolled: 43-8-210, 43-8-213, 43-8-215