Alabama § 15-9-46 - When Prosecution Already Instituted in Alabama.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 15-9-46 — When Prosecution Already Instituted in Alabama., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-9-46. When Prosecution Already Instituted in Alabama.
If a criminal prosecution has been instituted against such person under the laws of this state and is still pending, the Governor, at his discretion, either may surrender him on the demand of the executive authority of another state, or may hold him until he has been tried and discharged or convicted and punished in this state.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 15-9-46
What does Code of Alabama § 15-9-46 cover?
Section 15-9-46 ("When Prosecution Already Instituted in Alabama.") 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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