Alabama § 36-5-60 - When Surety May Apply for Discharge.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 36-5-60 — When Surety May Apply for Discharge., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 36-5-60. When Surety May Apply for Discharge.
Any person who is surety upon the official bond of any state officer or employee may discharge himself of such suretyship whenever he is in danger of being made liable on such bond and has no adequate remedy against his principal in consequence of his inability to discharge such liability, upon his making an application in writing setting forth such facts.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 36-5-60
What does Code of Alabama § 36-5-60 cover?
Section 36-5-60 ("When Surety May Apply for Discharge.") 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 § 36-5-60?
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Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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How does Alabama § 36-5-60 apply to my situation?
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