SB11 Summary

• Proposes a constitutional amendment to abolish the Judicial Inquiry Commission and the Court of the Judiciary, which currently investigate and hear complaints against state judges.

• Repeals Sections 156, 157, and 158 of the Alabama Constitution relating to the creation and operation of these two judicial bodies.

• Amends Section 159 of the Alabama Constitution to remove references to the Judicial Inquiry Commission and Court of the Judiciary in the judge disqualification provision.

• Requires approval by a majority of qualified electors voting in a statewide election to become effective.

• Establishes ballot language describing the amendment as abolishing the Judicial Inquiry Commission and the Court of the Judiciary.