Alabama Constitution Section 271 Composition of militia organizing arming and disciplining militia naval militia may be organized
Section 271 – State Militia: Composition, Organization, and Naval Militia
Short Heading:
Section 271 – Composition and Regulation of State and Naval Militia
Detailed Explanation:
1. Composition of the Militia:
The militia of the State of Alabama consists of all able-bodied male citizens (and those who have declared intent to become citizens), usually within a specified age range (commonly 17–45 years, per federal standards, though specific ages may vary by law).
2. Legislative Authority:
The Alabama Legislature has the power to:
Organize, arm, and discipline the state militia.
Enact laws regarding military training and readiness for state defense and emergencies.
3. Naval Militia:
The Constitution permits the organization of a naval militia in addition to the land-based state militia.
This reflects the state's right to have a maritime defense force, although it's rare and typically coordinated with federal forces like the U.S. Navy Reserve.
Modern Context:
Today, the Alabama National Guard serves as the primary organized militia.
The Unorganized Militia includes eligible citizens not actively serving.
Any naval militia, if formed, would be structured under both state and federal military guidelines.
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