Code of Alabama - Title 26: Infants and Incompetents - Section 26-10A-3 - Jurisdiction

Section 26-10A-3 - Jurisdiction.

The probate court shall have original jurisdiction over proceedings brought under the chapter. If any party whose consent is required fails to consent or is unable to consent, the proceeding will be transferred to the court having jurisdiction over juvenile matters for the limited purpose of termination of parental rights. The provisions of this chapter shall be applicable to proceedings in the court having jurisdiction over juvenile matters.

(Acts 1990, No. 90-554, p. 912, §3.)

Last modified: May 3, 2021