Alabama § 41-9-292 - Use of State Cultural Resources.

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§ 41-9-292. Use of State Cultural Resources.

(a) All cultural resources as defined herein are declared to be state cultural resources subject to the exclusive dominion and control of the State of Alabama.

(b) Cultural resources shall not be taken, damaged, destroyed, salvaged, excavated, or otherwise altered without a prior contract or permit obtained through the commission, which is designated as the official custodian of state cultural resources within the jurisdiction of the State of Alabama; provided, however, that issuance of any contract or permit shall also be subject to the prior written approval of the Commissioner of Conservation and Natural Resources.

Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does Code of Alabama § 41-9-292 cover?

Section 41-9-292 ("Use of State Cultural Resources.") 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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