Alabama § 17-6-9 - Inapplicability to Municipal Elections.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 17-6-9 — Inapplicability to Municipal Elections., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-6-9. Inapplicability to Municipal Elections.
The provisions of this article shall have no effect on the conduct of municipal elections of this state. It is further specifically provided that nothing herein contained shall be construed to require any municipality to establish single or multiple representation districts for the election of municipal officials in this state. It is further provided that all general or local provisions of law regarding the conduct of municipal elections are hereby expressly preserved.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 17-6-9
What does Code of Alabama § 17-6-9 cover?
Section 17-6-9 ("Inapplicability to Municipal Elections.") 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 § 17-6-9?
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Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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