The Alabama Post-Election Audit Act mandates that the judge of probate in each county conduct a post-election audit following every county and statewide general election to verify the accuracy of the reported election results. The audit will involve selecting one precinct and one countywide or statewide race, as determined by the canvassing board, and will be conducted no earlier than 31 days after the election. The judge of probate is responsible for appointing inspectors and poll workers for the audit, which must be completed within 30 days of its commencement. The findings of the audit will be reported to the Secretary of State, who is required to make the results public.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that all expenses incurred by counties for the audit will be reimbursed by the Comptroller. The Secretary of State is also authorized to adopt rules and prescribe forms to facilitate the implementation of this act. The new legal language includes provisions for the selection of precincts and races for the audit, the process for conducting the audit, and the reporting of findings, while no deletions from current law are specified in the text provided. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Engrossed: 17-8-2, 17-8-12