AL HB176

Proposes an amendment to Amendment 38 of the Alabama Constitution to modify the Governor's power to grant reprieves and commutations to death row inmates.

Requires the Governor to take reasonable steps to notify the Attorney General and any victim's family members (whose contact information is provided by the Attorney General) before granting a commutation or reprieve.

Authorizes victim's family members entitled to notice to challenge a commutation or reprieve as a violation by filing a civil action in Montgomery County Circuit Court within 30 days of the Governor's grant.

If a court finds the Governor violated the notice requirement, the court shall void the commutation and enjoin the Governor from granting the inmate a commutation or reprieve until proper notice is provided.

Becomes effective upon approval by a majority of qualified electors voting in accordance with Sections 284, 285, and 287 of the Alabama Constitution.