The bill, known as Parker's Law, amends Section 12-16-63 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to provide an exemption from jury service for nursing mothers. The new legal language specifies that upon request, the court shall determine if a prospective juror should be excused from jury service based on various criteria, including being a nursing mother at the time of receiving a summons. The bill introduces several conditions under which an individual may apply to be excused, including undue or extreme physical or financial hardship, mental or physical incapacity, and the new provision for nursing mothers.

Additionally, the bill outlines the requirements for nursing mothers seeking an exemption, which include providing a written statement confirming their status and a certificate of birth or other relevant documentation. It establishes that individuals excused under this provision will be exempt from jury service for a period of 24 months, after which they may be required to reappear for jury duty at the court's discretion. The bill also clarifies that the excusal does not affect the individual's right to one automatic postponement under existing law. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 12-16-63, 12-16-63
Engrossed: 12-16-63, 12-16-63
Enrolled: 12-16-63, 12-16-63