On his own motion, a trial judge may, with the consent of the defendant, direct and order a change of venue as is authorized in Section 15-2-20 whenever, in his judgment, there is danger of mob violence, and it is advisable to have a military guard to protect the defendant from mob violence.
Structure Code of Alabama
Title 15 - Criminal Procedure.
Chapter 2 - Jurisdiction and Venue.
Section 15-2-20 - Application; Appeal From Denial; When Defendant's Personal Presence Unnecessary.
Section 15-2-21 - Change on Motion of Trial Judge.
Section 15-2-24 - Removal to Nearest County; Only One Removal Allowed.
Section 15-2-25 - Duty of Clerk of Court to Forward Case Materials.
Section 15-2-27 - Issuance of Subpoenas for Trial Witnesses.