This bill, HB501, relates to district attorneys in Alabama. It amends Section 12-17-220 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to remove limitations on a district attorney's authorization to hire personnel based on residency. Currently, district attorneys are authorized to employ assistant district attorneys, investigators, clerical, secretarial, and other personnel, but there are limitations based on residency. This bill removes those limitations, allowing district attorneys to hire personnel without considering their residency.

The bill also authorizes district attorneys to supplement the salaries of personnel employed within their office and to use funds from various sources for law enforcement purposes. Counties are also authorized to provide financial support as required by existing laws. The bill will become effective immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor or its otherwise becoming law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 12-17-220
Enrolled: 12-17-220