HB 65 Summary

• Amends Sections 6-6-332 and 35-9A-461 of the Alabama Code to clarify notice requirements landlords must follow before initiating eviction proceedings against tenants.

• Removes the "after reasonable effort" language requirement and instead specifies that if no person is found on the premises after reasonable effort, the landlord must post notice on the door and mail a copy by first class mail to complete service.

• Service of notice by posting is considered complete as of the date the notice is mailed, not the date of posting.

• Applies the same clarified notice procedures to both forcible entry and detainer cases (Section 6-6-332) and unlawful detainer cases under the residential tenancy chapter (Section 35-9A-461).

• Becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.