Bill > HB76

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to abolish the death penalty in Alabama, which would be placed on the ballot during the statewide primary election in 2028. If approved by a majority of voters, the amendment would fundamentally change the state's criminal justice system by eliminating capital punishment for all crimes. Specifically, the proposed amendment would prohibit any crime from being punishable by death and render any existing laws authorizing the death penalty void. The ballot description will clearly state that the amendment is about abolishing the death penalty, and voters will have the opportunity to vote "Yes" or "No" on the proposed change. The amendment would become part of the Alabama Constitution of 2022 if it receives majority support from qualified voters in the election. This proposal represents a significant potential shift in Alabama's approach to criminal sentencing, moving away from capital punishment as a potential criminal penalty.

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