Alabama Constitution Section 10 - Right to prosecute civil cause.
Alabama Constitution – Section 10: Right to Prosecute Civil Cause
Text of Section 10:
“That no person shall be barred from prosecuting or defending before any tribunal in this state, by himself or counsel, any civil cause to which he is a party.”
Explanation:
Section 10 of the Alabama Constitution guarantees the right of individuals to access the courts for civil matters. It affirms two key rights:
Right to Legal Action:
Any person has the right to prosecute (i.e., initiate) or defend any civil case in Alabama courts.
Right to Legal Representation:
A person can do so either personally (pro se) or through legal counsel (a lawyer).
Purpose:
To ensure fair access to justice for all individuals.
To prevent discrimination or denial of legal process in civil matters.
To reinforce the idea that courts must remain open and accessible to all citizens for the resolution of disputes.
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