Alabama § 35-11-97 - Satisfaction of Prior Liens.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 35-11-97 — Satisfaction of Prior Liens., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 35-11-97. Satisfaction of Prior Liens.
Any officer enforcing the satisfaction of any lien under the provisions of this division shall first apply the proceeds of the crop or property in his hands to the payment of any debt or claim of any third party which constitutes a prior lien upon such crop or property, if the priority of such lien has been established, and the claim ordered to be paid by the court before which the case is tried.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 35-11-97
What does Code of Alabama § 35-11-97 cover?
Section 35-11-97 ("Satisfaction of Prior Liens.") 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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