Alabama Constitution Section 174 Chancellors judges of circuit and probate courts judges of courts from which appeal may be taken directly to supreme court solicitors and sheriffs
Alabama Constitution – Section 174: Officials Subject to Removal
Here is the text of Section 174 of the Alabama Constitution:
"The chancellors, judges of the circuit and probate courts, judges of courts from which appeal may be taken directly to the supreme court, solicitors, and sheriffs shall hold their offices during good behavior, but may be removed for cause as provided by law."
🔍 Explanation and Key Points:
Offices Covered:
This section applies to:
Chancellors (judges of equity courts),
Judges of circuit courts and probate courts,
Judges of courts whose appeals go directly to the Alabama Supreme Court,
Solicitors (prosecutors),
Sheriffs.
Term and Tenure:
These officials hold their offices "during good behavior" — meaning they can serve indefinitely unless they violate certain standards or laws.
Removal:
They may be removed for cause (misconduct, incompetence, etc.) in accordance with procedures established by law.
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