Alabama § 8-13-7 - License - License Issued Only to Bona Fide Merchant.
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§ 8-13-7. License - License Issued Only to Bona Fide Merchant.
No license for a going out of business sale or a distress merchandise sale shall be issued except to a bona fide licensed merchant of the State of Alabama, and no such license shall be granted to an applicant who sets up an establishment or who acquires an interest in an establishment solely or principally for the purpose of conducting a going out of business sale or distress merchandise sale.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 8-13-7
What does Code of Alabama § 8-13-7 cover?
Section 8-13-7 ("License - License Issued Only to Bona Fide Merchant.") 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 § 8-13-7?
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Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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