AL HB259

Prohibits attorneys and parties in criminal proceedings from disclosing any identifying or personal information about jurors obtained during jury voir dire after the jury is dismissed.

Prohibits contact with jurors after verdict for developing or investigating post-trial motions, appeals, or collateral proceedings unless the court grants a motion filed under seal with specific justification.

Requires parties seeking juror contact to file a sealed motion containing the juror's initials or number and clear, specific purpose, with notice to all parties given 7 days to respond.

Mandates the court notify the juror of the contact request and allows the juror to refuse or withdraw consent at any time; any approved inquiry must occur before a judge at a time convenient to all parties.

Classifies violations as harassment under Alabama law, requires reporting of violating attorneys to the Alabama State Bar, and makes the requesting party liable for all costs including juror lost wages and expenses.