Committee weighs bill to criminalize “interference with a first responder”
Proponents argued the measure addresses safety issues, while opponents warned it could limit police accountability and First Amendment rights.
Alabama Sheriff's Association
Bobby Timmons, sheriff icon, dies at 91
The long-serving executive director of the Alabama Sheriffs Association passed away at the age of 91.
March 25, 2024
Alabama Sheriffs Association completes Winter Conference
Sheriffs participating in the conference were given the opportunity to explore the latest technology innovations.
January 30, 2024
Autauga County Sheriff Joe Sedinger dies weeks before new term
Sedinger was set to begin his third term after defeating two opponents in the Republican primary.
Alabama law enforcement officials speak out against permitless carry legislation
The Senate Judiciary Committee is scheduled to meet and consider SB1 and SB12 Wednesday.
Bill would allow permitless carry in Alabama, critics say law poses safety issues
Opponents say the permits create opportunities to get violent criminals off the streets.
State Rep. Shane Stringer fired over gun rights stance
Stringer was fired as a deputy sheriff by Sheriff Sam Cochran for sponsoring permitless carry legislation.
Lifetime concealed carry permit bill passes Alabama Senate
The Senate bill would standardize Alabama concealed carry permit fees and allow a lifetime permit for just $300.
NRA urges Legislature to lower price on lifetime concealed carry permit
The NRA-ILA urges state legislators to lower the fee for lifetime carry permits from $500 to $200 in HB477.
State senator prefiles permitless concealed carry bill
Similar bills have failed in the past when faced with fierce opposition from county sheriffs and gun violence prevention groups.