The bill proposes an amendment to the Constitution of Alabama of 2022 specifically for Choctaw County, granting the Legislature the authority to fix, alter, and regulate court costs within the county and to determine their distribution. The proposed amendment allows for local laws to be enacted regarding these court costs, thereby providing the Legislature with greater control over the financial aspects of the judicial system in Choctaw County.
Additionally, the bill outlines the process for ratification of the proposed amendment, which includes holding an election in accordance with existing constitutional provisions and election laws. The election will feature a ballot description of the amendment, allowing voters to express their approval or disapproval. Upon receiving a majority vote from qualified electors, the amendment will be incorporated into the Constitution of Alabama of 2022. The bill also includes provisions for nonsubstantive revisions by the Code Commissioner to ensure consistency and clarity in the legal language.