Code of Alabama
Article 1 - General Provisions.
Section 9-12-6 - Proceedings as to Violations of Chapter - Proceedings Conducted in Name of State; Appeals From Fines and Condemnations; Costs and Fees Where Judgment Affirmed.

The proceedings before the district court must be carried on in the name of the State of Alabama, and the parties convicted, or either of them, may appeal from the sentence of condemnation and fine following the procedure set forth in Chapter 12 of Title 12. If the judgment is affirmed, costs must be adjudged on behalf of the state, and the district attorney shall be allowed a tax fee of $50.00.