This bill pertains to the coroner's office in Limestone County, Alabama, and introduces several changes to the current law regarding the coroner's salary and the appointment of deputy coroners. Effective from the next term of office, the coroner's salary will be set at $40,000 per year, which will be the total compensation and will replace any previous fees or allowances. Additionally, the coroner is authorized to employ assistants at a salary of $500 per month, subject to the approval of the county commission. The bill also amends Section 45-42-61 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to allow the coroner to appoint one or more deputy coroners, who will receive a salary of $600 per month, replacing the previous amount of $75.

Furthermore, the bill repeals Section 45-42-60 of the Code of Alabama 1975, which previously governed aspects of the coroner's office. The new legal language emphasizes that the salaries for both the coroner and deputy coroners will be the total compensation, superseding any prior compensation structures. The act will take effect at the end of the current coroner's term, ensuring a smooth transition to the new salary and appointment structure.

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