Alabama § 44-1-52 - Powers.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 44-1-52 — Powers., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 44-1-52. Powers.
The Youth Services Board shall have the following powers:
(1) To appoint the State Youth Services Director and to fix his or her salary.
(2) To institute and defend legal proceedings in any court of competent jurisdiction and proper venue.
(3) To contract with any private person, organization or entity, or any combination thereof capable of contracting, if it finds such act to be in the public interest.
(4) To establish and promulgate reasonable rules, policies, orders, and regulations for the carrying out of its duties and responsibilities.
(5) To purchase or lease land or to acquire property by eminent domain and to purchase, lease, let, sell, exchange, or otherwise transfer property, land, or buildings in order to carry out its duties and responsibilities under the provisions of this chapter.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 44-1-52
What does Code of Alabama § 44-1-52 cover?
Section 44-1-52 ("Powers.") 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 § 44-1-52?
A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 44-1-52" (Alabama). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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How does Alabama § 44-1-52 apply to my situation?
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