Alabama § 8-44-11
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 8-44-11, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-44-11.
(a) The Attorney General may enforce violations of this chapter.
(b)(1) The Attorney General, prior to initiating any action for a violation of any provision of this chapter, shall issue a notice of violation to the controller.
(2) If the controller fails to correct the violation within 45 days after receipt of the notice of violation, the Attorney General may bring an action for an injunction pursuant to this section. Upon a finding that the controller has violated this chapter and failed to correct the violation as required by this section, the court may assess a civil penalty of not more than fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000) per violation.
(3) If within the 45-day period the controller corrects the noticed violation and provides the Attorney General an express written statement that the alleged violations have been corrected and that no such further violations will occur, no action may be initiated against the controller.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 8-44-11
What does Code of Alabama § 8-44-11 cover?
Section 8-44-11 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 § 8-44-11?
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