AL HB139

Proposes a constitutional amendment applicable only to Choctaw County to authorize the Legislature to fix, alter, and regulate court costs and county officer fees by general or local law.

Explicitly includes authority to set fees for service of process and provides for their distribution.

Ratifies and confirms any acts authorizing additional court costs or fees enacted prior to the amendment's effective date.

Amendment requires voter approval through a statewide election conducted under existing constitutional procedures and election laws.

Election ballot will include a yes/no question with the amendment description provided by the bill.