Alabama § 45-29-120.11 - Chief Deputy Sheriff.
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§ 45-29-120.11. Chief Deputy Sheriff.
Whenever a new sheriff is elected or appointed, he or she may appoint any person as his or her chief deputy sheriff, provided such person meets the minimum standards for law enforcement officers as prescribed by the general laws of the state. The person holding the position of chief deputy sheriff immediately preceding such appointment of a chief deputy may be reduced in rank.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 45-29-120.11 ("Chief Deputy Sheriff.") 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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