Alabama § 43-2-550 - Final Settlement Required Following Death, Removal or Resignation of Executor or Administrator.

Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 43-2-550 — Final Settlement Required Following Death, Removal or Resignation of Executor or Administrator., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 43-2-550. Final Settlement Required Following Death, Removal or Resignation of Executor or Administrator.

When an executor or administrator dies, resigns, or is removed, or his or her letters are revoked, or his or her authority ceases from any cause, he or she must within one month after his or her authority ceases or, in case of his or her death, his or her personal representative must or, in case of his or her removal from the state, his or her sureties must, within six months after the grant of letters, file his or her accounts, vouchers and statement of heirs and legatees for and must make final settlement of the administration of, such executor or administrator, of which settlement notice must be given in the same manner; and such settlement must be conducted and governed, except as otherwise provided in this article, by the same rules and provisions of law as other final settlements by executors or administrators.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 43-2-550

What does Code of Alabama § 43-2-550 cover?

Section 43-2-550 ("Final Settlement Required Following Death, Removal or Resignation of Executor or Administrator.") 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 § 43-2-550?

A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 43-2-550" (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 § 43-2-550 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.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Alabama.