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This bill establishes a new requirement for the Judge of Probate in Coffee County, Alabama, mandating that any individual elected or appointed to this position after June 1, 2025, must be a licensed attorney in the state. The legislation aims to ensure that the probate judge has formal legal training and is qualified to practice law. A probate judge typically handles legal matters related to wills, estates, guardianships, and other similar judicial proceedings, so requiring legal licensure could potentially improve the quality and competence of judicial decision-making in this role. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2025, providing ample time for potential candidates and the local judicial system to prepare for the new qualification standard.

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