Alabama § 15-5-15 - Hearing on Controverted Grounds; Authentication of Testimony as to Such Facts.
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§ 15-5-15. Hearing on Controverted Grounds; Authentication of Testimony as to Such Facts.
If the grounds on which a search warrant was issued be controverted, the judge or the magistrate must proceed to hear the testimony, which must be reduced to writing and authenticated in the manner prescribed in Section 15-5-4.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 15-5-15
What does Code of Alabama § 15-5-15 cover?
Section 15-5-15 ("Hearing on Controverted Grounds; Authentication of Testimony as to Such Facts.") 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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