Alabama § 12-21-4 - Taking of Affidavits Outside State.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 12-21-4 — Taking of Affidavits Outside State., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-21-4. Taking of Affidavits Outside State.
Affidavits required in the commencement or progress of any action or judicial proceedings may be taken without this state before any commissioner appointed by the Governor of this state, any judge or clerk of a federal court, any judge or clerk of any court of record or any notary public, who shall certify under their hands and seals of office, if any.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 12-21-4
What does Code of Alabama § 12-21-4 cover?
Section 12-21-4 ("Taking of Affidavits Outside State.") 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 § 12-21-4?
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