The probate judge must take and approve security for costs in all suits within the jurisdiction of his court commenced by or for the use of a nonresident of this state.
Structure Code of Alabama
Article 3 - Costs and Fees in Civil Cases.
Division 1 - General Provisions.
Section 12-19-40 - Posting of Lists of Fees by Probate Judges and Furnishing of Copies Thereof.
Section 12-19-41 - Preparation of Bills for Fees or Costs Generally - Officers.
Section 12-19-42 - Preparation of Bills for Fees or Costs Generally - Probate Judges.
Section 12-19-44 - Allowances for Ex Officio Services.
Section 12-19-45 - Maintenance of Record Book of Fees Received by Probate Judges.
Section 12-19-46 - Liability for Receiving Unauthorized Fees - Officers.
Section 12-19-47 - Liability for Receiving Unauthorized Fees - Probate Judges.
Section 12-19-48 - Security for Costs in Suits by or for Nonresidents in Probate Courts.
Section 12-19-52 - Recovery of Full Costs by Defendant Upon Showing of Usurious Interest.
Section 12-19-54 - Proceedings for Retaxation of Excessive Costs in Probate Courts.