The bill amends the Code of Alabama 1975 to establish a new salary structure for the coroner of Limestone County, setting the annual salary at $40,000, effective from the next term of office. This salary will be the total compensation for the coroner, replacing any previous fees or allowances. Additionally, the coroner is authorized to employ assistants, with a salary of $500 per month, subject to approval by the county commission. The bill also amends Section 45-42-61 to allow the coroner to appoint one or more deputy coroners, who will receive a monthly salary of $600, which will also replace any prior compensation.

Furthermore, the bill repeals Section 45-42-60 of the Code of Alabama 1975, which previously governed the coroner's office. The amendments ensure that the salaries of both the coroner and deputy coroners are clearly defined and that they will not receive any additional compensation beyond what is specified in the new law. The act will take effect at the end of the current coroner's term.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45-42-61
Enrolled: 45-42-61