Alabama § 12-17-234 - Restriction on Powers of Office.
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§ 12-17-234. Restriction on Powers of Office.
Anything in this article to the contrary notwithstanding, the Office of Prosecution Services may not exercise any power, supervisory or otherwise, undertake any duty or perform any function presently or hereafter assigned by law to the Governor of this state, the Attorney General, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court or any district attorney of any court of record in this state.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 12-17-234
What does Code of Alabama § 12-17-234 cover?
Section 12-17-234 ("Restriction on Powers of Office.") 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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