Ala. Code §§ 6-6-310 to 6-6-353 § 6-6-319
Forms for Judgment, Restitution or Possession.
Operative Text
The following or similar forms may be used when appropriate in forcible entry and unlawful detainer proceedings; but they are not exclusive of other appropriate forms: Judgment. A. B. v. C. D. Came the parties on the ______ day of _____, and upon evidence I find the said C. D. guilty of the forcible entry and unlawful detainer (or, unlawful detainer) as complained against him by A. B., and I therefore order and adjudge that C. D. restore to A. B. the possession of the tract of land (or tenement) mentioned in the complaint: _____ (here designate the land or tenement), and pay the cost of this proceeding Writ of Restitution or Possession. State of Alabama, County. ___________ To any lawful officer of said county: You are hereby commanded to restore A. B. to possession (or place A. B. in possession) of the land and tenements (or, as the case may be) which A. B. recovered of C. D. in an action of forcible entry and detainer (or unlawful detainer) before me on the _____ day of _____, at _____ (here describe the land and tenements). You are further directed, of the goods and chattels, lands and tenements, of the said C. D., you cause to be made the sum of _____, which the said A. B. has recovered for his costs in that behalf expended. Witness my hand, this the _______ day of ________ E. F., District Court Judge
Section 6-6-319 of the Alabama Code provides standardized form language that courts may use when issuing judgments and writs of restitution or possession in forcible entry and unlawful detainer cases. When a court finds a tenant or occupant guilty of unlawful detainer or forcible entry, the judgment directs that person to return possession of the property to the complaining party and pay court costs. A writ of restitution then authorizes a law enforcement officer to physically restore the prevailing party to possession and to collect any awarded costs from the losing party's property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Ala. Code § 6-6-319, Alabama district courts use standardized judgment and writ-of-restitution forms when ruling in favor of a landlord in a forcible entry or unlawful detainer proceeding. Operators who prevail in such proceedings can expect the court to issue a formal judgment ordering the occupant to vacate and restore possession, followed by a writ directing a law enforcement officer to carry out that restoration. Compliant landlords generally initiate these proceedings through the proper statutory channels and allow the court-issued writ process to govern the physical recovery of their property rather than taking self-help measures.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ala. Code § 6-6-319 sets out the official forms a court uses to order a tenant to vacate and to direct law enforcement to restore possession to a landlord after a judgment in an unlawful detainer case. Tenants facing such proceedings have the opportunity to present evidence and contest the landlord's claims before any judgment is entered. Those who believe a proceeding has been improperly initiated or that a judgment was issued in error may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider to understand available options, such as raising defenses during the hearing or seeking review of the court's decision.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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