Code of Alabama - Title 36: Public Officers and Employees - Section 36-9-17 - Filling of vacancies in state and county offices generally
Section 36-9-17 - Filling of vacancies in state and county offices generally.
Vacancies in all state, county or municipal offices shall be filled by appointment of the Governor for the unexpired term of such office, unless otherwise provided by law. Appointees to state and county offices must be commissioned.