Alabama Code 35-11-413. Jurisdiction; how action commenced
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Terms Used In Alabama Code 35-11-413
- circuit: means judicial circuit. See Alabama Code 1-1-1
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
- Lien: A claim against real or personal property in satisfaction of a debt.
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
- property: includes both real and personal property. See Alabama Code 1-1-1
- Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.
Actions for the enforcement of liens under this division may be brought in the circuit court in the county in which the property is situated. Such action shall be commenced by summons and complaint. The plaintiff may by one complaint enforce his lien as to each and every parcel of land embraced in one contract with the owner or proprietor of the lands involved.