Terms Used In Alabama Code 6-10-31

  • Probate: Proving a will
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.

When a contest of a claim of exemption is triable in the probate court, either party shall be entitled to a trial by jury on demand therefor, made by the contestant at the time of filing the contest and by the contestee within 10 days after notice of the contest is filed by the claimant; but if not then made, the right of trial by jury shall be waived.