Legislature Speedy Trial Act passes House and Senate committees Approved by both the House and Senate Judiciary committees, the legislation would allow the appointment of visiting judges. Chance Phillips / February 27, 2025
Rep. Jim Hill introduces Speedy Trial Act in attempt to fix court backlogs Hill says Alabama needs visiting judges to address court backlogs and protect Alabamians’ constitutional right to a speedy trial. Chance Phillips / February 21, 2025
Will the Legislature address prison overcrowding before session’s end? Rep. Jim Hill's bill which would give judges more discretion in sentencing faces an uphill climb in the state Senate. Chance Phillips / May 7, 2024