Alabama § 40-1-14 - Payment of Court Costs.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 40-1-14 — Payment of Court Costs., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40-1-14. Payment of Court Costs.
Any court costs taxed against the state shall be paid by the state and the various taxing subdivisions thereof in proportion to the amount of taxes levied by each. The sworn certificate of the clerk or register approved by the Comptroller shall be authority for the issuance of any payment of warrants therefor by the proper officers of each taxing authority and shall be treated as a preferred claim.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 40-1-14
What does Code of Alabama § 40-1-14 cover?
Section 40-1-14 ("Payment of Court Costs.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 40-1-14?
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Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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