Alabama § 15-10-44 - Execution of Writ by Sheriff or Deputy.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 15-10-44 — Execution of Writ by Sheriff or Deputy., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-10-44. Execution of Writ by Sheriff or Deputy.
A writ of arrest may be executed by the sheriff of any county in the state or by his deputy. Such officers have the same powers and authority, in relation to arrest under a writ of arrest, as are by law conferred upon them in executing a warrant of arrest.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 15-10-44
What does Code of Alabama § 15-10-44 cover?
Section 15-10-44 ("Execution of Writ by Sheriff or Deputy.") 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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