Alabama § 19-1A-3 - Applicability.

Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 19-1A-3 — Applicability., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 19-1A-3. Applicability.

(a) This chapter applies to:

(1) a fiduciary acting under a will or power of attorney executed before, on, or after October 1, 2016;

(2) a personal representative acting for a decedent who died before, on, or after October 1, 2016;

(3) a conservatorship proceeding commenced before, on, or after October 1, 2016; and

(4) a trustee acting under a trust created before, on, or after October 1, 2016.

(b) This chapter applies to a custodian if the user resides in this state or resided in this state at the time of the user’s death.

(c) This chapter does not apply to a digital asset of an employer used by an employee in the ordinary course of the employer’s business. Neither does this chapter apply to a digital asset, whether employer owned or otherwise, that an employee or contractor has stored on, housed on, maintained on, or transmitted to any software, program, hardware, system, account, drive, tape, media, or other storage device leased, licensed, or owned by the employer.

Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 19-1A-3

What does Code of Alabama § 19-1A-3 cover?

Section 19-1A-3 ("Applicability.") 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 § 19-1A-3?

A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 19-1A-3" (Alabama). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Alabama law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Alabama official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Alabama attorney.

How does Alabama § 19-1A-3 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Alabama can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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