AL HB524

Provides civil liability immunity for persons who forcibly enter an enclosed vehicle to rescue another person or domestic animal when they hold a good faith belief the person or animal is in imminent danger of bodily harm.

Requires the rescuer to first determine the vehicle is locked, contact law enforcement, emergency medical services, or animal control before entering, and remain at the scene until first responders arrive.

Limits immunity to rescuers who use only the reasonable amount of force necessary to allow the person or animal to exit the vehicle.

Requires the rescuer to leave a notice on the vehicle windshield with their name, phone number, reason for entry, and the location of the rescued person or animal if they depart before the vehicle owner returns.

Defines "domestic animal" as dogs, cats, or other household pets, excluding livestock, and applies only to enclosed vehicles as defined in Alabama Code.