Alabama § 12-17-310 - Existing Positions Continued; Authorization of Additional Positions by Administrative Director of Courts.
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§ 12-17-310. Existing Positions Continued; Authorization of Additional Positions by Administrative Director of Courts.
Positions for bailiffs existing on October 10, 1975, shall continue as provided by law. Additional positions for bailiffs in the circuit and district court may be authorized by the Administrative Director of Courts upon recommendation of presiding circuit judges. Bailiffs, when authorized, shall be confidential employees employed by and serving at the pleasure of the judge in whose court they serve.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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