Preliminary objections shall be heard and determined by the probate court on the court's own motion, or on notice and motion by a party, before final determination of the amount of just compensation. The probate court may consolidate for hearing all preliminary objections asserted in separate actions pending in that court to take properties for the same use.
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.