The bill, known as Parker's Law, amends Section 12-16-63 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to provide specific exemptions from jury service for nursing mothers. The new legal language inserted into the law clarifies that upon request, the court will determine if a prospective juror should be excused based on various criteria, including undue or extreme physical or financial hardship, a mental or physical condition, or if the individual is a nursing mother at the time of receiving a summons. The bill also specifies that nursing mothers must provide a written statement and a certificate of birth or other documentation to verify their status.

Additionally, the bill introduces a provision that allows individuals excused from jury service as nursing mothers to be exempt for a period of 24 months, after which they may be required to reappear for jury duty at the court's discretion. The language also emphasizes that the excusal does not affect the individual's right to one automatic postponement under a related section of the 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