AL SB407

Proposes a constitutional amendment to extend the initial term of appointed judges (except probate judges) filling vacancies from one year to two years in office.

Changes the end date of the initial appointed term to the first Monday after the second Tuesday in January following the general election after the judge completes two years in office.

Requires the initial appointed term to last until whichever is longer: two years in office or the remainder of the original elected judge's term.

Exempts judicial vacancies in Jefferson, Shelby, Madison, Wilcox, Monroe, Conecuh, Clarke, Washington, Henry, Etowah, Walker, Tallapoosa, Pickens, Greene, Tuscaloosa, and St. Clair counties, which continue to follow their existing constitutional provisions.

Amendment requires approval by a majority of qualified electors voting in a statewide election conducted under state election laws.