Alabama § 45-27-210.10
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 45-27-210.10, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45-27-210.10.
(a) Any person against whom an adjudication of liability for a civil violation is made pursuant to this part and who pays the civil fine imposed by the adjudication shall have a cause of action against any person who may be shown to have been operating the vehicle recorded at the time of the violation for the amount of the civil fine paid, any consequential or compensatory damages, and reasonable attorney fees, without regard to the rules regarding joint and several liability, contribution, or indemnity.
(b) Prior to bringing a civil action pursuant to this section, the person held responsible for payment of the civil fine must first make written demand on the other person for reimbursement, giving a minimum of 60 days to remit payment.
(c) If reimbursement is fully made within the 60-day period, then the cause of action shall be extinguished and no attorney fees or other damages may be attached to the reimbursement.
(d) Any cause of action brought pursuant to this section must be commenced within two years from the date of the payment of the civil fine.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 45-27-210.10
What does Code of Alabama § 45-27-210.10 cover?
Section 45-27-210.10 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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