"School lands," within the meaning of this chapter, are sections numbered 16, in every township, granted by the United States for the use of schools in the township, and such other lands as may have been granted to any township or district for the use of schools; and all such lands are vested in the state in trust to execute the objects of the grant.
Structure Code of Alabama
Chapter 20 - Lease and Sale of School Lands.
Section 16-20-1 - "School Lands" Defined.
Section 16-20-2 - Timber on Reserved Lots Not to Be Injured.
Section 16-20-3 - When Secretary of State Issues Patent.
Section 16-20-4 - Notes Placed With Attorney General for Collection.
Section 16-20-5 - State Pledged to Pay Interest on School Land Funds.
Section 16-20-6 - When Title Acquired by Adverse Possession.
Section 16-20-7 - Township Lines Abolished.
Section 16-20-8 - Sale of Land Deeded to State for School Purposes - When Authorized; Deeds.
Section 16-20-9 - Sale of Land Deeded to State for School Purposes - Disposition of Proceeds.