The proposed amendment to Section 16 of the Constitution of Alabama of 2022 seeks to expand the list of offenses for which a judge may deny bail. The amendment adds provisions for denying bail in cases involving "any solicitation, attempt, or conspiracy to commit" murder, as well as for "shooting or discharging a firearm, explosive, or other weapon into an occupied dwelling, building, railroad locomotive, railroad car, aircraft, automobile, truck, or watercraft." Additionally, the amendment removes the reference to "aggravated child abuse" as a reason for denying bail.

The amendment will be presented to voters during the statewide primary election in 2026, where they will have the opportunity to approve or reject the changes. If approved by a majority of qualified electors, the amendment will become part of the Constitution of Alabama of 2022. The ballot will include a description of the proposed changes, allowing voters to indicate their support or opposition.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 13A-5-40
Engrossed: 13A-5-40
Enrolled: 13A-5-40