Alabama § 17-5-17 - Solicitation by Force, Job Discrimination, Threats, Etc., Prohibited.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 17-5-17 — Solicitation by Force, Job Discrimination, Threats, Etc., Prohibited., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-5-17. Solicitation by Force, Job Discrimination, Threats, Etc., Prohibited.
It shall be unlawful for any person, principal campaign committee, or political action committee established pursuant to this chapter or for any person acting on behalf of such person or committee, to solicit or secure any money or anything of value by physical force, job discrimination or financial reprisals, or by threats thereof or by the imposition of dues, fees, or other moneys required as a condition of employment.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 17-5-17
What does Code of Alabama § 17-5-17 cover?
Section 17-5-17 ("Solicitation by Force, Job Discrimination, Threats, Etc., Prohibited.") 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 § 17-5-17?
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Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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