Alabama § 43-2-585 - Enforcement of Payment or Delivery.

Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 43-2-585 — Enforcement of Payment or Delivery., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 43-2-585. Enforcement of Payment or Delivery.

If the legacy is not payable in money, the value thereof as ascertained under Section 43-2-584 must be entered of record; and, if the amount directed to be paid or the property directed to be delivered is not paid or delivered within 60 days after such order, an execution may issue for such amount or the value of such property against such executor or administrator and his or her sureties.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 43-2-585

What does Code of Alabama § 43-2-585 cover?

Section 43-2-585 ("Enforcement of Payment or Delivery.") 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 § 43-2-585?

A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 43-2-585" (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?

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How does Alabama § 43-2-585 apply to my situation?

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