Alabama § 12-17-217 - Representation of Clients in Certain Proceedings.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 12-17-217 — Representation of Clients in Certain Proceedings., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-17-217. Representation of Clients in Certain Proceedings.
Any person occupying the office of supernumerary district attorney shall not represent any client, other than the State of Alabama, himself or herself, or an immediate family member in any criminal, quasi-criminal, or civil forfeiture proceeding resulting from a criminal action where the State of Alabama is a party to the action, as court appointed counsel or as a public defender, eligible to receive funds or reimbursements from the indigent defense fund. Upon motion, the court shall enjoin any supernumerary district attorney from violating this section.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 12-17-217
What does Code of Alabama § 12-17-217 cover?
Section 12-17-217 ("Representation of Clients in Certain Proceedings.") 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.
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