The court may issue an order dismissing a proceeding commenced under this chapter for want of prosecution only without prejudice. An order of dismissal for want of prosecution purportedly with prejudice is void and has only the effect of a dismissal without prejudice.
Structure Code of Alabama
Title 26 - Infants and Incompetents.
Chapter 17 - Alabama Uniform Parentage Act.
Article 6 - Proceeding to Adjudicate Parentage.
Part 3 - Hearings and Adjudication.
Section 26-17-631 - Rules for Adjudication of Paternity.
Section 26-17-632 - Jury Prohibited.
Section 26-17-633 - Hearings; Inspection of Records.
Section 26-17-634 - Order on Default.
Section 26-17-635 - Dismissal for Want of Prosecution.
Section 26-17-637 - Binding Effect of Determination of Parentage.