The defendant may respond by answer but is not required to do so unless defendant challenges the right to condemn or questions or disputes the area to be acquired or remain. If a defendant claims no interest in the just compensation to be awarded he may file a disclaimer.
Structure Code of Alabama
Chapter 1A - Eminent Domain Generally.
Article 5 - Defendant's Response.
Section 18-1A-90 - When Answer Required; Disclaimer Where No Interest Claimed.
Section 18-1A-91 - Contents of Answer; Preliminary Objections.
Section 18-1A-92 - Disclaimer.
Section 18-1A-93 - Hearing on Preliminary Objections.
Section 18-1A-94 - Burden of Proof at Hearing on Preliminary Objections.
Section 18-1A-95 - Disposition of Preliminary Objections; Award of Litigation Expenses to Defendant.