Alabama § 45-25-71.01 - Staggered Terms.
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§ 45-25-71.01. Staggered Terms.
After June 18, 2003, members of the DeKalb County Commission shall continue to be elected as provided by law and shall hold office for four years, except the term of office for members representing District 1 and District 2 shall have the current term of office extended for two years, making the current term of office six years in order to provide for staggered terms of the commission. After the extension of the current term of office of District 1 and District 2, all members shall hold office for four years.
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Section 45-25-71.01 ("Staggered Terms.") 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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