Alabama § 15-23-76 - Right to Be Present and Heard at Court Proceeding.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 15-23-76 — Right to Be Present and Heard at Court Proceeding., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-23-76. Right to Be Present and Heard at Court Proceeding.
It is the discretion of the victim to exercise the right to be present and heard, where authorized by law, at a court proceeding. The absence of the victim at the proceeding of the court does not preclude the court from going forth with the proceeding. The right of the victim to be heard may be exercised, where authorized by law, at the discretion of the victim, through an oral statement or submission of a written statement.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 15-23-76
What does Code of Alabama § 15-23-76 cover?
Section 15-23-76 ("Right to Be Present and Heard at Court Proceeding.") 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 § 15-23-76?
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