The application of the United States or its agent must be in writing, verified by the oath of an agent or attorney, and must state with certainty the uses or purposes for which the land is to be taken or the interest or easement therein to be acquired, and must state the name and residence of the owner if known or, if unknown, must show that reasonable diligence has been used to ascertain the same.
Structure Code of Alabama
Chapter 2 - Condemnation of Land or Rights-of-Way.
Section 42-2-1 - When Authorized; Jurisdiction of Probate Court.
Section 42-2-3 - Order Appointing Day of Hearing; Publication and Service of Notice of Hearing.
Section 42-2-5 - Failure of Owner to Appear at Hearing.
Section 42-2-8 - Commissioners for Assessment of Damages and Compensation - Report.
Section 42-2-9 - Appeal From Assessment of Damages.
Section 42-2-10 - Order of Condemnation Vests Title; Right of Entry on Land Pending Appeal.
Section 42-2-11 - When Damages to Be Paid; Failure to Pay Damages.
Section 42-2-12 - Appointment of Commissioner to Execute Conveyance.