Alabama § 11-48-12 - City or Town Engineer, Etc., to Supervise Work, Appointment of Engineer, Etc.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 11-48-12 — City or Town Engineer, Etc., to Supervise Work, Appointment of Engineer, Etc., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11-48-12. City or Town Engineer, Etc., to Supervise Work, Appointment of Engineer, Etc.
All work done or improvements made under the provisions of this article shall be done under the supervision of the city or town engineer or other superintendent appointed for that purpose by the council of such city or town; provided, that the city or town engineer or other superintendent so appointed shall not be related by blood or by marriage to any contractor to whom work is awarded under the terms of Section 11-48-11 or, if said contractor is a corporation, to any stockholder thereof. Said city or town engineer or other superintendent so appointed shall not be interested in or have any share in the proceeds of any construction contract or any contract for the sale of materials to be employed in said work nor be a stockholder in the company selling said materials, nor shall said engineer or other superintendent so appointed be employed, directly or indirectly, by any parties having an interest in the proceeds of any such construction or sale of contract.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 11-48-12
What does Code of Alabama § 11-48-12 cover?
Section 11-48-12 ("City or Town Engineer, Etc., to Supervise Work, Appointment of Engineer, Etc.") 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 § 11-48-12?
A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 11-48-12" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Alabama official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Alabama attorney.
How does Alabama § 11-48-12 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Alabama can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Alabama.