Alabama § 15-23-61 - Designated Representative.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 15-23-61 — Designated Representative., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-23-61. Designated Representative.
(a) If a victim is physically or emotionally unable to exercise any right established by this article, but is able to designate a lawful representative, the designated representative or person may exercise the same rights that the victim is entitled to exercise. The victim may revoke his or her designated representation at any time and thereafter exercise his or her rights.
(b) If a victim is incompetent, deceased, or otherwise incapable of designating another person to act in his or her behalf, the court may appoint a lawful representative who is not a witness in the case. If at any time the victim is no longer incompetent, incapacitated, or otherwise incapable of acting, the victim may personally exercise his or her rights.
(c) If the victim is a minor, the parent or other immediate family of the victim, or other designated representative as determined by the court, may exercise all of the rights of the victim on behalf of the victim.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 15-23-61
What does Code of Alabama § 15-23-61 cover?
Section 15-23-61 ("Designated Representative.") 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 § 15-23-61?
A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 15-23-61" (Alabama). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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How does Alabama § 15-23-61 apply to my situation?
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