The bill proposes the abolition of the office of constable in Russell County, Alabama. According to the new legal language, the office will be officially abolished at the end of the term of the current constable, which is set to conclude on June 1, 2025. This change will affect the constable positions that are provided for in each precinct as outlined in Chapter 23, Title 36, Code of Alabama 1975.
The act is set to take effect on June 1, 2025, following the completion of the current constable's term. The bill has passed through the House of Representatives and the Senate, with the Senate passing it on April 10, 2025. The deletion of the constable office from the law signifies a significant change in local law enforcement structure in Russell County.